The Africa NextGen Economist Prize seeks to identify economists developing innovative concepts tailored to African realities and capable of influencing public policy and sustainable development. (more…)
Applications are open for Climate and Finance Innovations (ClimaFii) Alliance 2026. The ClimaFii Alliance is a five-year initiative accelerating climate innovation and inclusive finance for microenterprises across Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. We support early-stage startups delivering clean energy and electric mobility solutions that raise productivity, increase incomes, and build resilience for small business owners—while reducing emissions and local pollution. (more…)
Applications are open for She Leads African Food Futures (SHEAF) Fellowship 2026. The Fellowship targets applicants from Kenya, Malawi, and Senegal for an immersive career development program that will integrate leadership development, mentoring, network development, and technical excellence. (more…)
Applications are open for Women@Dior & UNESCO Mentorship & Education Programme 2026–2027. The Women@Dior & UNESCO 2026–2027 program invites women under 30 enrolled full-time in higher education to participate in a year-long mentorship and leadership initiative. Participants gain access to Dior professionals, online courses on leadership, creativity, and sustainable development, and work on social impact projects supporting girls and young women.
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Applications are open for Monthly Micro-Grants for Podcasters 2025-’26. The Monthly Micro-Grants Program offers rolling monthly funding of up to £1,000 to support podcast creators worldwide in developing trailers, pilots, or stand-alone episodes. Open to individual creators aged 18+, the program prioritizes underrepresented voices and provides tailored production support alongside funding. Applications open monthly, with limited pitches accepted per theme. (more…)
YuWaah’s Green Entrepreneurship Challenge, in partnership with the Ministry of MSME, Skill Council for Green Jobs, and CapGemini, is looking for low-cost, end-to-end models creating green livelihoods that train, enable access to finance & connect 500+ youth (18-29 years, focusing on women) entrepreneurs to real markets, ensuring sustained income. (more…)
Applications are open for DBN Innovation Hub Support Program for MSMEs in North West & North East Nigeria. The DBN Innovation Hub is now accepting applications from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises operating across Nigeria’s North West and North East regions. This initiative is designed to support MSMEs with tailored capacity-building, innovation support, and strategic linkages that enable sustainable growth and long-term competitiveness. (more…)
Applications are open for Awaji Youth Federation Fellowship for Emerging Leaders 2026, a prestigious nine-month live-in leadership program based on Awaji Island, Japan. The fellowship is designed for emerging young leaders from around the world who are passionate about addressing regional revitalization in Japan while tackling broader global challenges. (more…)
The UNICEF Startup Lab Cohort 6 pre-application is now open, offering early-stage startups an exciting opportunity to collaborate with one of the world’s most influential development organizations. Designed to support innovative, impact-driven solutions for children and young people, this initiative is calling on entrepreneurs, innovators, and social enterprises to take the first step toward scaling solutions that address real-world challenges. (more…)
