Technovation 2025 AI Ventures Accelerator Program for Young Women $10,000 Seed Funding is ongoing. Applications are now open for the 2025 Technovation AI Ventures Accelerator, a free 12-week accelerator programme designed to fast-track young women from idea to investor-ready AI ventures. The initiative, organized by Technovation in partnership with Generation Unlimited, offers selected teams the opportunity to win up to $10,000 in equity-free seed funding. The accelerator provides hands-on training, mentorship, and investor exposure to help participants transform their AI ideas into viable, scalable tech startups that solve real-world problems. Host Organizations: Technovation and Generation UnlimitedProgram Duration: 12 weeksFunding: $10,000…
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Applicants can now send in their application for the ongoing Création Africa 2 — Cultural-Entrepreneurship Program. Are you a creative entrepreneur in South Africa, Lesotho, or Malawi looking to scale your business? The French Institute of South Africa (IFAS) and the Embassy of France have launched the second edition of Création Africa — a high-impact support programme offering mentorship, incubation, and funding for cultural and creative ventures. Création Africa, backed by the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs, is a regional programme targeting the cultural and creative industries (CCI) in Southern Africa.This initiative supports sectors such as music, film,…
Nigerian students currently enrolled in tertiary institutions have a timely opportunity to gain paid remote work experience through a Talent Scout Internship that combines flexibility, training, and performance-based earnings. Remote internships are increasingly accessible and provide students with global-facing work exposure. For many Nigerian students balancing academics and gaining work experience, a role like this offers a practical bridge between study and career. According to a listing of a similar role by Sourcing Sprints, the internship offers US $200 per month plus up to US $500 in performance bonus, and is fully remote in Nigeria. Apply Also: Future-X Unilever Campus…
Call for Applications: Future-X Unilever Campus Ambassador (FUCA) Program 2026 for Nigerian Undergraduates (₦90,000 Monthly Stipend). Please ensure you read the requirements before applying for this program. Unilever Nigeria has opened applications for the 2026 edition of the Future-X Unilever Campus Ambassador (FUCA) Program, a leadership and career development initiative designed to discover, engage, and empower young changemakers across Nigerian universities and polytechnics. The program offers participants the chance to represent Unilever Nigeria on their campuses while gaining hands-on experience in leadership, innovation, and community engagement. In collaboration with UNICEF, the initiative aims to build a network of young leaders…
Call For Applications: Global Entrepreneurship Festival Student Ambassador Program 2026 for African Students(Global Certificate, Monthly Allowance, International Travel and Scholarship) If you’re a university student in Africa with a strong interest in entrepreneurship, innovation, or social impact, the Global Entrepreneurship Festival (GEF) is opening applications for the 2026 Student Ambassador program. This is a chance to represent your institution, join a global community of changemakers and gain exposure ahead of the Festival hosted in Accra, Ghana. The Global Entrepreneurship Festival is a large-scale international event that brings together entrepreneurs, investors, educators and students to share ideas, network and showcase innovations.The…
WASCAL “WISE” Competition for Sustainable Energy 2025 For Africans (Grants of up to €20,000 per project). Please ensure you read the job requirements before applying for this grant. Entrepreneurs, innovators and start-ups across West Africa now have a chance to secure funding for research or project ideas in renewables and green hydrogen through WASCAL’s “WISE” call. This initiative aims to accelerate energy access, climate resilience and livelihood improvement in the region. WASCAL is a major regional organisation covering member states like Benin, Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal and Togo.The “WISE” (Innovative Ideas Competition for Sustainable Energy)…
African SMEs and startups working to embed circular-economy principles have a compelling opportunity to gain recognition and support through the 2026 Business Awards by the EU CERC. These awards are aimed at businesses whose products or services embrace reuse, resource efficiency, and innovation, helping you build visibility and credibility in sustainability circles. The EU CERC, co-funded by the European Commission and the Finnish Ministry for Foreign Affairs, and managed by Sitra (Finland) together with Enabel (Belgium) is designed to boost circular-economy policies and business models across the globe. Apply Also: NNPC Emoimee Scholarship Scheme Annual Award for Nigerian Undergraduates (…
The United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) Nigeria, in collaboration with The Sterling Team, is calling on all passionate senior secondary school students to apply for the 2025 National Essay Competition — a creative platform that empowers young Nigerians to become changemakers for the environment and climate action. This nationwide essay competition encourages students to think critically about the environmental challenges in their communities and propose innovative solutions that promote sustainability and growth. It’s more than just a writing contest — it’s an opportunity to inspire real change and shape the future of Nigeria’s green transition. Essay Topic“Turning Climate…
The Association of African Universities (AAU) has announced a new opportunity for research institutions, NGOs, and consortia working at the intersection of climate change and public health. The CHINNOVA Small Grants program supports innovative, evidence-driven research that strengthens the resilience of health systems in West and Central Africa.With up to $70,000 per project, this call could help African researchers and institutions turn bold climate-health ideas into real-world impact. Africa is facing a growing health crisis linked to rising temperatures, extreme weather, and food insecurity. Yet, few initiatives directly fund research that connects these climate and health challenges.CHINNOVA (Climate Change and…
Are you a woman with a business less than two years old or a business idea ready to launch? Here’s your chance to take that idea or venture to the next level! The Women in Business Network is calling for applications for the SHE Blooms Grant 2025, an initiative under the SHE Blooms Summit 1.0 designed to empower women entrepreneurs with funding support to grow or kick-start their businesses. This initiative aims to nurture innovation, boost women-led enterprises, and promote financial independence among Nigerian women. Why It MattersWomen entrepreneurs play a vital role in driving inclusive economic growth. The SHE…