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Applications Open for the 2nd Edition of the AfCFTA Digital Innovation Challenge 2026
Applications are open for the second edition of the AfCFTA Digital Innovation Challenge 2026.The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat launched the challenge to identify, nurture, and scale practical digital tools that advance the AfCFTA Protocol on Digital Trade and the Protocol on Women and Youth in Trade.
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ECOWAS to offer $65,000 in Cash Prizes to African Startups — How to apply
The Economic Community of West African States has opened applications for the second edition of its Startup Awards, offering cash prizes totaling $65,000 to startups from across the region, including Nigeria. Photo Credit: ECOWAS
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Applications Open for Pave HER Way Women’s Grant Programs 2026 (Up to $90,000 in Funding)
Pave HER Way exists to empower courageous women to make the world more equitable for all women and girls. Founded by CEO Irene Shih along with co-founders Jamie Mohn and Joe Blackstone, the organization goes beyond one-time grants. It aims to remove systemic barriers by combining financial support with sustained mentorship, network access, and community.
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Call for Applications: ACE Startup Academy 2026 For Entrepreneurs Up to $20,000 Grant
The programme is organized in partnership with KOICA, SMEDAN, ACE Center, and the Soongsil University Consortium, offering participants hands-on training, mentorship, incubation, and funding opportunities.
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Applications Open for Africa Deep Tech Challenge 2026: Win Up to $8,000 Building On-Device AI for Africa’s Real Hardware
The Africa Deep Tech Challenge (ADTC) 2026 is live, and early-stage builders across the continent have a clear opportunity to turn constrained hardware into a competitive advantage. Themed “The Laptop LLM Challenge,”
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Call for Applications: Smart Africa & FAO Innovate Africa Challenge 2026 (3rd Edition) – Up to US$50,000
Under the theme “From Ideation to Deployment”, this edition focuses on moving proven AI solutions beyond prototypes and pilots into real-world use with farmers. The selected solution will receive US$50,000 to support deployment, validation, and scaling in collaboration with governments, FAO country offices, and the Smart Africa Secretariat.
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Applications Open for the Bosun Tijani Foundation Gen AI Fellowship Cohort 2 (Fully Funded)
Sponsored by the Bosun Tijani Foundation, this 6-month intensive program is designed to equip participants with cutting-edge AI skills through hands-on training.
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Applications open for MasterCard 2027 Internship Program (Fully Funded)
Mastercard 2027 Internship Program is designed for individuals currently enrolled in and pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or equivalent), and set to complete their academics the following year. Mastercard 2027 Internship Program is where you will acquire real-world skills, contribute to impactful projects, engage in volunteering, and be immersed in a culture that celebrates…
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WomenPower 2030 Seed Grant 2026: $5000 Empowering Women in Nigeria & Sierra Leone to Lead Sustainable Change
WomenPower2030 Seed Grant is part of the WomenPower2030: Feminist Accelerate Actions for Sustainable Development initiative. The program is designed to strengthen the leadership and influence of feminist organizations by supporting projects that promote gender-just climate action, inclusive governance, and sustainable development.
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ECOWAS Youth Entrepreneurship Programme (EYEP) 2026 With up to $15,000 in Grants for Young Entrepreneurs across Africa
The ECOWAS Youth Entrepreneurship Programme (EYEP) 2026, part of the broader ECOWAS Youth and Women’s Entrepreneurship Programme (EYWEP) offering grants of up to USD 15,000 in Funding
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Applications Open for UN Africa–Japan Innovation Programme for Youth and Women in Africa (Fully Funded)
UNITAR Innovation Programme is Supported by the Government and People of Japan, the initiative seeks to foster stronger Africa–Japan partnerships while equipping participants to develop scalable, investment-ready solutions that address pressing social and economic challenges.
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African Union CIEFFA 2026 Online Capacity Building Training in Digital Skills, STEAM, Financial Literacy, and Entrepreneurship
Organized by the African Union International Centre for Girls’ and Women’s Education in Africa (AU CIEFFA) in partnership with ImpactHER, this fully funded 2016 online program empowers participants with gender-responsive, cutting-edge training.
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IFC SME Growth Accelerator Grant 2026 – Up to $1.5 Million for Emerging Market SMEs
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the engines of economic growth, job creation, and innovation in emerging markets. Yet, many high-potential businesses struggle with access to the capital and expertise needed to scale. Enter the International Finance Corporation (IFC) SME Growth Accelerator 2026 — a powerful grant program designed to bridge that gap. What is…
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Wetech Opens Applications for Cohort 2 of Fully Funded Google Career Certificate Scholarships for African Women: Apply Now
This initiative, in partnership with Grow with Google and Coursera, offers young African women a life-changing opportunity to gain practical, job-ready skills in high demand tech fields completely free of charge.
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Call for Applications: START by Triift Africa 2026 Accelerator for Student Entrepreneurs and Recent Graduates
This 6-week program equips participants with the tools, skills, and connections to transform early-stage ideas into viable, scalable businesses. PHOTO CREDIT: Triift Flyer Photo
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Application Open for UN Youth Leadership Program (Fully Funded)
Program Flyer for the Second cohort of the UN Food Systems Youth Leadership Programme (YLP), a global initiative led by the UN Food Systems Coordination Hub and supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ)
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ProSME Project SME Fund Grants for Namibian MSMEs (N$50,000 – N$100,000)
ProSME Project SME Fund, a grant funding initiative designed to support the growth, competitiveness, and sustainability of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Namibia.
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Call for Applications: SheConnects Digital Accelerator Africa Round 2( Up To $500,000 Grants)
SheConnects Digital Accelerator Africa has officially launched its second funding round, titled “Partnerships for Women’s Digital Empowerment at Scale.”
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Apply for OCHF Business Growth Grant for Entrepreneurs and Technology Innovators (Up to ₦1 Million)
OCHF 2026 Business and Technology Innovation Grant Flyer – Photo Credit: OCHF
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Mastercard Foundation Associates Program 2026 Paid Internship For Africans (Up to $300 monthly stipends)
MasterCard Foundation Associates Program 2026 Flyer – Photo by MasterCard Foundation
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