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The THRIVE Global Impact Challenge is a worldwide search for trailblazing startups with solutions that will revolutionize agriculture. THRIVE Global Impact Challenge Awards Three finalists from each of the six themes will be selected to pitch at the THRIVE Global Impact Summit in Silicon Valley. Each finalist will receive: The winning company will receive the […]
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The Seed Lab is a key initiative to support agri-SMEs under the African Development Bank’s Agri-Food SME Catalytic Financing Mechanism’s (ACFM) Technical Assistance Window, delivered through Open Capital’s Agri-SME Support Program The Seed Lab is a comprehensive, cohort-based capacity building initiative crafted by the African Development Bank (AfDB) and Open Capital. Leveraging decades of experience supporting Agri-SMEs
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Hackaholics is Wema Bank’s open innovation challenge, designed to empower problem-solvers, startups, and tech enthusiasts. This year, we’re introducing two exciting tracks: The Startup Pitch Competition – A platform for entrepreneurs to showcase their groundbreaking ideas to investors and industry experts Benefits of WEMA Bank Hackaholics Cash Prizes & Funding: Win exciting cash rewards of up
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Meta, in collaboration with Data Science Africa, has launched the Llama Impact Grantto support startups and researchers in Sub-Saharan Africa. If you a startup founder or researcher based in Sub-Saharan Africa with a vision to use AI for social good? Meta, in collaboration with Data Science Africa, is thrilled to introduce the Llama Impact
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The Federal Government has introduced a N2.5 billion credit scheme to support the conversion of vehicles to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and promote local manufacturing of conversion kits. The initiative, known as Credit Access for Light and Mobility (CALM), is designed to ease transportation and energy costs for Nigerians amid rising fuel prices. Announced by the Presidential
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Cascador empowers mid-stage African entrepreneurs to scale their mission-driven companies, equipping them with proven business strategies, leadership skills, and exclusive access to our new $2M Catalytic Fund. We focus on building strong leadership skills, clear value propositions, appropriate funding plans (equity, debt and/or grants), a strong network of local resources and a community of peers.
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The Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority (ZICTA) ICT Innovation Program is a flagship initiative of the Authority, designed to offer both business and technical development support to ICT innovators, startups, and entrepreneurs. This program is specifically targeted at local youths who have innovative, viable, and scalable ICT ideas or ventures that address current challenges
The OG Startup Grant is designed to support and empower young entrepreneurs in Eastern Nigeria who are building innovative startups and need funding to grow. Through this initiative, three recent graduates (2019-2024) will receive $1,500 (NGN equivalent) each to help scale their businesses Eligibility Criteria for OG Startup Grant -Must have graduated within the last
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Are you a Start-up looking to scale up your digital innovation project in the energy sector in Africa? The 2025 Digital Energy Challenge for Start-ups will reward 3 to 4 Start-ups that are developing digital innovative projects aimed at accelerating access to energy, boosting the energy transition and improving the operational efficieny of players in the energy
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Does your startup have the potential to drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions in healthcare, education, or agriculture? If so, apply for the NPI 3.0 for a chance to win a share of the US$220,000, the Cascador Prize for impact valued at US$45,000, and a five-week all-expenses-paid training programme in Silicon Valley, USA. The NSIA Prize for
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