Applications are open for Financial Times Africa Sustainable Futures Awards 2025. The Financial Times and the World Bank Group have launched the second edition of the Africa Sustainable Futures Awards, a major annual programme that promotes innovative, long-term solutions to development challenges in Africa. (more…)
Applications are open for GIZ-MOVE New Product Development Program. GIZ-MOVE in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment (Nigeria) is accepting applications from interested and qualified Agri-SMEs/Food processors with experience in the fields of Rice and Cashew processing, Rice & Cashew pastry, Gastronomy, Agri-food, Cosmetics, Health, etc. (more…)
Applications are open for Global Youth Climate Action Fund (GYCAF) Microgrants 2025. The Global Youth Climate Action Fund (GYCAF) is the first of its kind climate fund dedicated to financing youth-led climate action in communities hardest hit by the impacts of climate change. GYCAF envisions a world where young people are given the resources to pursue green entrepreneurship and create a green economy with the goal of lowering carbon emissions and conserving the environment. Their mission is to finance youth-led climate action in communities vulnerable to the effects of climate change. (more…)
Applications are open for Milken-Motsepe Prize in AI and Manufacturing 2025. This prize calls on established companies in Africa revolutionizing manufacturing value chains in emerging markets by leveraging AI and other emerging technologies. This prize offers $2 million in total prizes, including a $1 million Grand Prize. Participating companies will also gain access to exclusive networking and the opportunity to pitch to industry leaders and key decision-makers. (more…)
Applications are open for GLF/ YIL Restoration Steward Program 2026. The Restoration Stewards program is a youth program rooted in care, landscape leadership, diversity, intersectionality and intergenerational equity. Launched in 2020 by the Global Landscapes Forum and the Youth in Landscapes Initiative, it aims to support the efforts of youth-led teams in holistically restoring their landscapes and seascapes while nurturing biocultural diversity. (more…)
Applications are open to interested Rice Processors in Nigeria with experience in the field of the 5-course Rice Miller Business Training (RMBT) Program and Business Development Support (BDS). GIZ-MOVE, Bühler Group, and Partners in Food Solutions are offering a unique, in-depth training and coaching program designed for rice processors located within a 350 km radius of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. This includes parts of Niger, Nasarawa, Kwara, Kogi, and Kaduna States. Over a span of 10-months, rice processors will be trained on key elements of mill management, coached and supported to put theory into practice. If you are interested to know more about it, continue reading below. (more…)
Applications are open for Fashionomics Africa Incubator and Accelerator Program 2025. The Fashionomics Africa Incubator & Accelerator Program, powered by the Africa Development Bank Group, is back for its 4th edition. This is your chance to scale your brand with expert, mentorship, access to funding, and a global network of changemakers. Whether you’re in Kinshasa, Nairobi, or Tripoli, this is your chance to experience the growth of Africa’s $31 billion fashion market. (more…)
The SEEDINVEST Acceleration Program empowers nano, micro, and small businesses with asset grants, entrepreneurial training, and advisory services to help them thrive. The SEEDINVEST Acceleration Programme is a flagship program of Biodun and Ibikunle Foundation, which supports nano, micro and small businesses with entrepreneurial training, asset grants and advisory services to grow thriving enterprises. (more…)
