The 2026 DBN Entrepreneurship Training Programme (ETP) is now live, and applications are officially open to interested participants across Nigeria. This flagship programme of the Development Bank of Nigeria is currently in its 8th edition and continues to support entrepreneurs with skills, funding opportunities, and access to a strong business network. Participants in the programme…
OFFICIAL CALL FOR APPLICATIONS GLOBAL FOREST WATCH SMALL GRANTS FUND 2026 The Global Forest Watch GFW Small Grants Fund is pleased to announce its latest funding cycle aimed at bolstering the capacity of civil society organizations across Africa. This initiative is specifically designed to support efforts in reducing illegal or unplanned deforestation and promoting sustainable…
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCES COMPREHENSIVE SUPPORT FOR TVET GRADUATES TO FOSTER ENTREPRENEURSHIP The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowering Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) graduates. Following the successful completion of their practical training, these skilled individuals will now be eligible to receive entrepreneurial grants and access to concessionary…
OFFICIAL CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: HEIRS INSURANCE HACKATHON 2026 Heirs Insurance Group, comprising Heirs General Insurance, Heirs Life Assurance, and Heirs Insurance Brokers, in collaboration with our technical partner, Redtech, is pleased to announce the commencement of the Heirs Insurance Hackathon 2026. This initiative is a strategic platform designed to identify and empower the brightest minds…
GLOBAL INNOVATION CHALLENGE FOR ZERO HUNGER 2026: DISRUPTING HUNGER THROUGH SCALABLE INNOVATION The global fight against food insecurity and malnutrition requires more than traditional aid; it demands disruptive technology, resilient business models, and visionary leadership. The Global Innovation Challenge for Zero Hunger is officially calling for high-impact startups and social enterprises that are ready to…
Call for Proposals: Theirworld Small Grants Programme 2026 Theirworld is a global children’s charity committed to ending the global education crisis and unleashing the potential of the next generation. To support this mission, we are pleased to announce the opening of the Small Grants Programme for 2026. This initiative is specifically designed to provide essential…
Call for Applications: Healthcare Innovation for Enhanced Quality of Life – PDP Program 2026 Initiative: Product Development Partnership (PDP) Program Host Organization: Ifakara Innovation Hub Focus: Transforming Healthcare through Innovative Solutions Application Deadline: February 1, 2026 The Vision: Innovation for a Healthier World Every day, millions of people globally face significant health challenges that hinder…
Expression of Interest (EOI): Community-Based Organizations for Third-Party Monitoring Services – North-East Nigeria Project Title: Third-Party Monitoring of Educational and School Infrastructure Interventions Implementing Organization: Giant Consulting & Advisory Services Limited Project Locations: Adamawa, Borno, Bauchi, Gombe, Yobe, and Taraba States, Nigeria Application Deadline: January 15, 2026 About the Project Giant Consulting & Advisory Services…
CIVIC SPACE RESOURCE HUB: 2026 CALL FOR APPLICATIONS Applications to participate in the 2026 Clinics are now open. The clinics are convened under the Civic Space Resource Hub (CSR‑Hub) Project, with support from the Ford Foundation. The CSR‑Hub strengthens the capacity of civic space actors and civil society organizations (CSOs) in West Africa to respond…