Funding Opportunities

Explore our Funding Opportunities section for valuable resources and avenues to secure financial support. Discover a diverse range of funding options, grants, and investment opportunities available for individuals and organizations. Stay informed about the latest funding trends, eligibility criteria, and application processes. Unlock the potential of funding and take your projects and initiatives to new heights. Browse our Funding Opportunities category and seize the chance to fuel your success.

AU‑EU Youth Action Lab Entrepreneurship Grant 2026 (Up to €50,000)

The AU-EU Youth Action Lab is offering a fresh round of support for social enterprises and youth-led ventures across Africa. Through its 2026 Entrepreneurship Grant, the initiative aims to empower young change-makers, enabling them to grow sustainable enterprises that combine social or environmental impact with income-generating activity. This grant offers promising startup teams a chance […]

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Orange Corners Nigeria Incubation

Orange Corners Nigeria Incubation Program Cohort 14 (€30k Grants)

Aspiring entrepreneurs in Nigeria now have a fresh chance to strengthen their businesses through the Orange Corners Nigeria Incubation Programme Cohort 14. The programme supports innovative young founders building solutions that contribute to economic growth and sustainable job creation. Orange Corners Nigeria, powered by the Kingdom of the Netherlands and delivered by FATE Foundation, has

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Business Freedom Grant 2026 for Global Entrepreneurs (Up to $1000)

The Business Freedom Grant opens a window for everyday entrepreneurs and small business owners worldwide to get a financial boost. If you have a business idea, a side hustle, or a small business that could use cash for growth — this grant offers up to US $1,000. Whether you are only getting started or want

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HBS Africa Business Club New Venture Competition 2026 ($55,000 Grants for Startups)

The HBS Africa Business Club New Venture Competition 2026 brings a big opportunity for African startups. It offers early-stage ventures a chance to access seed funding, global exposure, and investor connections — all through a respected platform linked to Harvard Business School. Whether you’re building in fintech, agritech, health, climate, logistics, AI, or creative industries,

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Technovation AI Ventures Accelerator 2026 for Women Entrepreneurs ($100,000 Funding)

Do you have an idea for an AI-powered solution and want to scale it with support, training, and funding? The Technovation / Generation Unlimited AI Ventures Accelerator 2026 is now open for young women entrepreneurs who want to build investor-ready ventures. This 12-week, zero-cost programme aims to take your idea from concept to launch and

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Innovate For Tomorrow Impact Accelerator 2025 | AED 850,000 for Sustainable Scale-ups

The second edition of the Innovate For Tomorrow Impact Accelerator 2025 runs under Dubai Holding, in partnership with in5 (TECOM Group’s incubator). It supports scale-ups worldwide that are developing bold solutions for a sustainable future. Focus Areas The accelerator focuses on three key themes: What’s In It for You Eligibility Criteria To apply you should

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Pitch2Scale Africa Competition 2025 ($10,000 Investment)

The Pitch2Scale Africa Competition 2025 is now open for African entrepreneurs ready to scale their ventures. Organised by 234Finance and held alongside the Mentor Matchup Challenge (MMC) 7.0 in Lagos, this event offers one standout founder a US $10,000 investment plus strategic support, mentorship and market connections. Focus Areas This competition targets startups operating in

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Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship on Entrepreneurship

The Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship on Entrepreneurship empowers African students and recent graduates to build scalable ventures that generate social and financial impact. Over eight months, participants receive world-class training, mentorship, networking opportunities, and funding support—all delivered virtually. Benefits of the Program Eligibility Criteria How to Apply

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Anzisha Prize for Young African Entrepreneurs 2025 ($140k in support and Funding)

The Anzisha Prize is of Africa’s most prestigious awards to encourage youth entrepreneurship. Every year, Anzisha offers more than USD 140,000 in combined prize funding and business support to exceptional young African startup founders. About the Anzisha Prize Anzisha is a multi-year venture-building fellowship targeting entrepreneurs between 15 and 22 years old. Rather than rewarding

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MEST Africa Challenge 2025

Pitch Your Startup and Win $50,000 in Equity – MEST Africa Challenge 2025

MEST Africa, in partnership with Absa, is inviting early-stage African tech and fintech startups to take part in the 2025 MEST Africa Challenge — a continent-wide pitch competition offering not just funding, but visibility, mentorship, and commercial traction. Benefits – $50,000 equity investment for one outstanding startup.– Entry into the MEST Portfolio, unlocking ongoing support

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