ECOWAS COYWA Program for African Entrepreneurs The Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, has opened applications for the COYWA Program, a regional initiative designed to support entrepreneurs, innovators, and emerging business leaders across Africa. The programme reflects ECOWAS’ continued commitment to strengthening entrepreneurship, fostering innovation, and promoting inclusive economic growth across West Africa and…
Opportunity for Agripreneurs: RISE Smart Incentives Programme (Bauchi, Kaduna & Kano) Women and youth agripreneurs in Northern Nigeria now have an opportunity to access business support and funding through the RISE (Resilient and Inclusive Agrifood Systems Empowering Women and Youth in Nigeria) programme. This initiative, implemented by organizations such as MEDA and Sahel Consulting, is…
Call for Proposals – GCIP Nigeria 2026 by Rural Electrification Agency Application Period: May 11 – June 1, 2026 (3 weeks) Grant Value: Up to $20,000 (paid in Naira equivalent) About the Programme The Global Cleantech Innovation Programme (GCIP) Nigeria is inviting applications from innovative clean-tech SMEs and startups across Nigeria. The initiative aims to…
Call for Applications: Micro-Influencers Cohort 2026 by Amnesty International Nigeria Funded by German Embassy in Nigeria Application Deadline: 12 May 2026 Amnesty International Nigeria, with support from the German Embassy in Nigeria, is inviting applications for the Micro-Influencer Cohort 2026 under the Strengthening Human Rights Defenders to Protect Civic Space Project. This initiative is targeted…
Grant Opportunity: Youth Leadership Development Programme (YLDP) The Nigeria Youth Futures Fund (NYFF) is inviting applications for the Youth Leadership Development Fund, a grant initiative designed to empower young Nigerians to drive meaningful change in their communities. This programme aims to strengthen and support the youth ecosystem in Nigeria by funding innovative ideas, advocacy efforts,…
The AfCFTA Secretariat has officially opened applications for the AfCFTA Startup Acceleration Programme 2026, a strategic initiative implemented in partnership with the Korea-Africa Foundation. This programme is designed to support 30 high-potential African startups with the tools, networks, and resources needed to scale their operations into Korea and other global markets. The initiative aligns with…
Climate Democracy Accelerator Climate change is a global issue affecting every aspect of our modern society, from declining agricultural productivity to rising sea levels, drought, forest fires, and catastrophic flooding. To tackle the climate crisis, governments have a mandate to enable and encourage citizens, civil society, activists, and more to participate in shaping and implementing…
Applications Now Open – Women-Led Businesses Funding Opportunity Mastercard Foundation, in partnership with World University Service of Canada (WUSC), is inviting applications from eligible women-led businesses across Nigeria for a high-impact financing and business support programme. This initiative is designed to empower women entrepreneurs by providing access to affordable financing and structured capacity-building support to…
SEPTP Training Opportunity – Sustainable Agribusiness Programme Christian Aid, in collaboration with the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), is inviting young Nigerians to participate in the Sustainable Entrepreneurship-led Poultry Transformation Program (SEPTP). The initiative is designed to strengthen livelihoods through practical agribusiness training, with a strong focus on poultry production, Black Soldier Fly (BSF) farming,…