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THRIVE Global Impact Challenge 2026 For Agrifood Startups (Up to $1 Million in Funding)

by Johnpaul Mbanefo on March 19, 2026

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Applications are open for THRIVE Global Impact Challenge 2026. The THRIVE Global Impact Challenge 2026 is a global search for cutting-edge startups developing transformative solutions for a more sustainable, resilient, and secure agri-food system. Led by SVG Ventures THRIVE, the challenge invites entrepreneurs to address urgent global issues aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). (more…)

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Funding Opportunities

FINCA Ventures Prize Competition 2026 for Africa‑based Entrepreneur (Up To $100,000 Grant Funding)

by Johnpaul Mbanefo on March 19, 2026

Applications are open for FINCA Ventures Prize Competition 2026. If you or someone you know is an Africa‑based entrepreneur building the next big thing in

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African Plant Nutrition Scholar Award Program 2026 for African Graduate Students (Up to USD $2,000 )

by Johnpaul Mbanefo on March 18, 2026

Applications are open for African Plant Nutrition Scholar Award Program 2026. The African Plant Nutrition Scholar Award was implemented in 2020 to develop and encourage

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WFF Startup Innovation Awards (SIA) 2026 for Agrifood Startups (Up To USD10,000)

by Johnpaul Mbanefo on March 18, 2026

Applications are open for WFF Startup Innovation Awards (SIA) 2026. The WFF Startup Innovation Awards (SIA), powered by MassChallenge Switzerland, is a global platform to spotlight and

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WTO Young Trade Leaders Programme 2026 for Young People Worldwide

by Johnpaul Mbanefo on March 17, 2026

Applications are open for WTO Young Trade Leaders Programme 2026. The World Trade Organization (WTO) is inviting applications for the 2026 Young Trade Leaders Programme,

iDICE Founders Lab Programme 2026 for Early-stage Nigerian Tech-businesses (Up To 7 Million Naira in Non-equity Funding)

by Johnpaul Mbanefo on March 17, 2026

Applications are open for iDICE Founders Lab Programme 2026. The Founders Lab programme, under the Startup Bridge initiative, is the capacity-building component of the Investment

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For Creative Girls Mentorship Program 2026 For Women Entrepreneurs

by Johnpaul Mbanefo on March 16, 2026

Applications are open for For Creative Girls Mentorship Program 2026. For Creative Girls Mentorship Program 2026 is an initiative designed to support emerging women entrepreneurs and

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AFRISE Challenge 2026 For Startup Accelerator (Up To $600,000 in Technology Credits)

by Johnpaul Mbanefo on March 16, 2026

Applications are open for AFRISE Challenge 2026. The AFRISE Challenge provides an opportunity for high potential African youth and student entrepreneurs to rise up in their

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Nestlé Cultivate: Youth Mentorship Program 2026 for Young Professionals

by Johnpaul Mbanefo on March 14, 2026

Applications are open for Nestlé Cultivate: Youth Mentorship Program 2026. Join the 6-month Mentorship Program across Asia, Oceania, and Africa for the opportunity to learn

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African Center for Energy Policy (ACEP) Africa Climate Academy 2026 for Young Professionals (Fully Funded to Accra, Ghana)

by Johnpaul Mbanefo on March 14, 2026

Applications are open for African Center for Energy Policy (ACEP) Africa Climate Academy 2026. The Africa Climate Academy is an educational platform designed to foster

Pulitzer Center AI Accountability Fellowships 2026-2027 (Up to $25,0000)

Earthna Prize 2026 for Non-Profits (US $1 million Prize Pool)

Zendesk Foundation Tech for Good Impact Awards 2026 for Non-Profits (Up to $50,000 in Free Software and Grants)

EDGE Fellowships 2027-2029 for Early-career Conservation Leaders (Up To GBP 15,000 grant)

Social Shifters Global Innovation Challenge 2026 for Young Entrepreneurs (Up To $15,000 USD Grant Funding)