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Funding

YESS Fund…
YESS Fund | Status: Up-coming
Amount: N/A | Deadline: December 31, 2034
Are you looking for funding to take your business to the next level? Look no further! Join the YESS Fund, a unique initiative created by entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs, to provide the financial support and resources you need to succeed. As a proud member of the YESS Fund, I’m excited to invite you to be part of this dynamic community. Whether you’re just starting or looking to scale, the YESS Fund offers tailored support to help you achieve your business goals. Why join the YESS Fund? 1. Access to funding opportunities tailored for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). 2. Networking with like-minded entrepreneurs who share your passion for growth. 3. Mentorship and resources to guide you through every stage of your business journey.…
Startup Africa Network and Blaq Ventures Partner to Transform Ghana’s Startup Ecosystem…
StartUp Africa Network (SAN) X BLAQ Ventures | Status: Up-coming
Amount: $100k | Deadline: June 30, 2025
Startup Africa Network (SAN) and Blaq Ventures are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership aimed at revolutionizing Ghana’s startup ecosystem. This collaboration is set to empower Ghanaian entrepreneurs with the tools, resources, and funding needed to drive transformative growth and innovation. Why This Partnership Matters Ghana’s entrepreneurial landscape is burgeoning with potential, but like many African markets, it faces significant challenges limited access to funding, fragmented ecosystems, and a lack of structured support for early-stage ventures. By combining SAN’s proven ecosystem-building strategies with Blaq Ventures’ robust funding and mentorship capabilities, this partnership addresses these gaps, offering Ghanaian startups an unprecedented opportunity to thrive. What This Means for the Ecosystem – Access to Pre-Seed Capital: Selected startups will receive up to $100,000 each in pre-seed funding. – Structured Support via Startup Studios: Entrepreneurs will benefit from hands-on guidance in refining their business models, developing scalable strategies, and navigating market challenges. – Follow-On Funding Opportunities: High-potential startups might have access to subsequent funding rounds ranging from $300,000 to $1 million, ensuring sustained growth. – Mentorship & Strategic Connections: A nine-month intensive mentorship program will provide access to industry leaders, operational insights, and investor networks. Goals of the Partnership Startup Africa Network’s Objective * Build an integrated startup ecosystem in Ghana that empowers entrepreneurs with education, collaboration, and market access. *Enable Ghanaian startups to generate $50 million in cumulative revenue by 2030. *Position Ghana as a model for sustainable entrepreneurship in West Africa. Blaq Ventures’ Objective *Accelerate the growth of Africa’s next generation of unicorns by offering critical funding and strategic guidance. *Invest in startups that demonstrate innovative solutions to pressing challenges in tech, FinTech, and other high-impact sectors. *Ensure startups are prepared to scale regionally and globally through structured follow-on capital and mentorship programs…
The 2025 Boma Prize for Africa Awards…
Boma Consult LLC | Status: Up-coming
Amount: N/A | Deadline: May 16, 2025
The Boma Prize for Africa is an initiative by Boma Consult LLC designed to promote business education, youth empowerment, and SME growth across the African continent. This competition provides a platform for aspiring entrepreneurs, startups, and business owners to showcase their ideas and bring their dreams to life through an in-person pitch contest. In this 2025 edition, we are focusing on addressing the challenges of growing Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Africa. If you are passionate about innovation, economic growth, and sustainable development, this is your chance to shine! Who Can Apply? ✅ Aspiring Entrepreneurs ✅ Students & Fresh Graduates ✅ Startups & Existing Businesses ✅ Unemployed Individuals ✅ Businesses Across All Sectors ✅ Africans Living in the Diaspora Business or idea must align with at least one UN SDG. Applicants from the diaspora must have their businesses operation in Africa.…
10000 Women…
Goldman Sachs | Status: Up-coming
Amount: N/A | Deadline: April 30, 2025
There are 10 modules which all form part of a personalised Business Growth Plan (BGP) that you will complete over the course of the program. These are: – Grow your business – Fundamentals of Business Finance – Fundamentals of Leadership – Fundamentals of Customers and Competition – Fundamentals of Financial Planning – Fundamentals of Sales and Marketing – Fundamentals of Operations – Fundamentals of Management – Fundamentals of Funding – Fundamentals of Negotiation…
Applications for GCIC Cohort 11 are OFFICALLY OPEN!…
Ghana Climate Innovation Centre (GCIC) | Status: Up-coming
Amount: N/A | Deadline: April 30, 2025
Are you a small business in renewable energy, water solutions, sustainable agriculture, waste management, or green tech? Funded by Canada’s International Development – Global Affairs Canada, the GCIC Cohort 11 nine month incubator is your gateway to: • Expert training to refine your business model • Mentorship from industry leaders • Powerful networking with investors & peers • Up to CAD $21,000 in grant funding Why apply? Grow your revenue while solving pressing climate challenges Stand out in Ghana’s green economy Join a winning network of 100+ GCIC alumni businesses…
3-weeks Practical Training in Baking…
Social Enterprise Ghana | Status: Up-coming
Amount: N/A | Deadline: April 30, 2025
Are you passionate about baking or eager to learn a skill that can become a business? Social Enterprise Ghana is excited to invite young individuals below the age of 35 to a 3-week intensive training in baking! This hands-on training will cover a wide range of baking techniques designed to empower participants with practical skills they can use to earn income or start their own baking ventures. Limited slots available, so don’t miss out!…
Tullow Agriventure Programme…
Innohub | Status: Up-coming
Amount: N/A | Deadline: April 23, 2025
Ready to scale your agribusiness with expert support, funding, market access, and top-tier business management training? This is your chance! ✅ Are you: Running an agribusiness for 2+ years? Earning at least GHS 150,000 in annual revenues? Registered and Ghanaian-owned? Positioned to grow your agribusiness? We’re looking for you! 📈💪…
Jump Shot: The NBPA x UM6P Innovation Challenge…
UMP6 | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: April 10, 2025
Jump Shot is an entrepreneurship program designed to accelerate the growth and development of the next generation of diaspora-led startups across Africa. This immersive experience provides finalists with their shot to jumpstart their work through exposure to industry leaders, accessing vital resources to strengthen their business models and fostering a stronger connection between the African diaspora and the continent. We are looking for innovative startups and entrepreneurs who have built or are developing a solution in the following categories: – Social Entrepreneurship – Impact Investing – Inclusive Growth in Africa Eligibility Criteria The Impact Investment Accelerator is designed for growth-stage startups that demonstrate high potential for scalability, financial sustainability, and measurable social and environmental impact. Here are the key eligibility and selection criteria for applicants. – Driven by Africa – Business Stage and Maturity – Impact and Scalability – Market and Customer Validation – Team and Leadership – Innovation and Technology Use – Legal and Ethical Compliance – Team Commitment What can we unlock for your company? – Expert mentoring – Pitch Day and Cash Prizes – Visibility and Networking – Tailored Program…
Pre-Incubation Program…
Africa ICT Right | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: April 7, 2025
We’re excited to support and nurture the next generation of entrepreneurs. The Pre-Incubation Program is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, startup founders, students, and innovators eager to develop and refine their business ideas. Through mentorship, training, and networking opportunities, participants will gain the skills and resources necessary to take their ideas to the next level. Join our 12-week pathway program and turn your ideas into real solutions with guidance from experts.…
FREE Masterclass on ESG Risk Analysis by CRISIL…
Greenmentor & CRISIL | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: March 31, 2025
🚀 Get a FREE Masterclass on ESG Risk Analysis by CRISIL 🌍 Want to become a CRISIL Certified ESG Risk Analyst? Now’s your chance! Greenmentor & CRISIL is offering a FREE masterclass to help you master ESG risk assessment and secure an industry-recognized certification. 🔹 100% FREE Masterclass 🔹 Learn from a seasoned industry leader 🔹 Earn the CRISIL Certified ESG Risk Analyst badge post enrolling for CRISIL Bootcamp…
Venture Capital Analyst Programme…
Ghana Venture Capital Trust Fund | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: March 31, 2025
Exciting opportunity alert! The Ghana’s Venture Capital Trust Fund is offering a chance for young graduates or soon-to-be graduates to kickstart their careers as Trainee Analysts. If you: – Are a recent graduate or about to graduate – Are interested in venture capital and investment analysis – Want to launch your career in a dynamic and growing industry…
Call for proposals: Small Business Champions 2025…
International Trade Centre | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: March 28, 2025
Are you an organization that supports the circular business model? Are you a non-governmental organization that empowers small businesses and entrepreneurs become sustainable? Are you owning a small business implementing or wanting to scale sustainable innovations? Become a Small Business Champion! Launched for the first time in 2021, the World Trade Organization’s Informal Working Group of Micro, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises, together with the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and the International Trade Centre (ITC), and this year in partnership with UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), are calling for innovative ideas that help small businesses participate and contribute to the circular economy. With this competition, your ideas will not only raise awareness among businesses and policymakers of the diversity and opportunities for a circular economy but will also promote best practices in supporting the sustainability and resilience of small businesses, and their participation in international trade through efficient, innovative and zero-waste business models. CALL FOR PROPOSAL What should the proposal entail? Initiatives that can include awareness-raising campaigns, competitions, capacity building, training, mentoring and networking programmes related to the circular economy. Small businesses active in the circular economy with an innovative business concept that, through its operations, reduces, prevents or repurposes waste in equivalent conventional business models. Applications should have a clear link to international trade and include an action plan. To see examples from past competition winners, visit the MSME Group Small Business Champions website. Award details The winner(s) will be invited to travel to Geneva for the award ceremony on 26 June 2025, sponsored by ICC and ITC. The International Trade Centre will additionally award each winner $4,000 prize money to support the development or further scaling of their winning project and issue an award certificate. Moreover, training and mentoring opportunities will be discussed with each winner according to their needs, while winning submissions will be promoted by ICC, ITC, UN Trade and Development and the WTO MSME Group through their communication channels. Proposals are open to small businesses, enterprises, industry associations, chambers of commerce and non-governmental organizations…
Warehousing Capital for Aspiring Fund Managers…
Mastercard Foundation | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: March 28, 2025
Emerging fund managers in Africa often lack the track record to attract institutional investors. Our warehousing capital solutions enable these managers to demonstrate their potential and attract further funding.…
RAISEAfrica Launches Open Call for 2025 Edition: Empowering Africa’s Renewable Energy Innovators…
RES4Africa Foundation | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: March 14, 2025
Following the successful conclusion of the first edition, RES4Africa Foundation announces the launch of the Open Call for the 2025 Batch of RAISEAfrica – Renewables Accelerators for Innovative Startups and Entrepreneurs in Africa. This unique initiative aims to foster innovation in the renewable energy sector, offering young African entrepreneurs a platform to scale up their businesses and bring forward groundbreaking solutions for the continent’s energy transition. With the support of renowned partners such as Enel Green Power, European Investment Bank, EDP, EY Foundation, CSIR, and SAICA ED, RAISEAfrica is set to continue its mission to drive impactful change by providing entrepreneurs with the resources they need to succeed. The program offers both pre-acceleration and acceleration tracks designed to cater to entrepreneurs at different stages of their journey. Key Features of RAISEAfrica 2025 Edition: Eligibility Criteria: Entrepreneurs aged 18-35 from across Africa with innovative solutions addressing the renewable energy sector are invited to apply. Solutions can range from early-stage concepts to established projects looking to scale. Thematic Focus: Applications are encouraged from young entrepreneurs working on solutions that focus on technology, manufacturing, digitalization, the water-energy-food nexus, circular economy, and new business models within the renewable energy space. Monetary Prizes: Participants will receive an entry token of €3,000, with the chance to compete for the “Young Talent of the Year” award, offering a cash prize between €5,000 and €10,000. This is designed to support the most promising and high-potential startups. Pre-Accelerator and Accelerator Tracks: The pre-accelerator supports early-stage entrepreneurs in developing their business ideas, while the accelerator focuses on scaling established ventures, refining business models, and expanding market reach. Support Services: Participants will gain access to mentoring, coaching, networking, visibility, and fundraising opportunities. They will also be able to showcase their ideas at key events, engage with investors, and connect with other industry leaders. The application process is now open, and interested entrepreneurs can apply directly through the link in the application form below. For more information, please refer to the full Call for Application.…
HOPin Business Incubation Program…
HopIn Academy | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: March 14, 2025
If you’re considering applying to the HOPin Business Incubation Program but are unsure about your eligibility, here’s what you need to know. For detailed eligibility criteria and application procedures, please refer to the flyer. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/dahUHXxX 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: 𝟏𝟒𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 Seize the opportunity to accelerate your startup’s growth with the HOPin Business Incubation Program Cohort 2025 if you align with these criteria.…
Empowered Leader Program…
Women’s Impact Alliance | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: March 7, 2025
About the Empowered Leader Program Women who are selected to join the Empowered Leader Program will become part of the Women’s Impact Alliance . This special group of women impact leaders are selected based on the scope and scale of their impact, their potential to accelerate change, and their commitment to self-development. Program Highlights In the 9-Month Empowered Leader Program , participants: Are matched with a certified coach experienced in working with executive leaders in both profit and not-for-profit organizations Focus on both personal and leadership development through one-on-one coaching Engage in leadership lab workshops Become members of trusted peer-to-peer forums that allow them to expand their network, build leadership skills, and provide peer support Program Benefits and Outcomes Increase self-confidence and courage to show up as a leader Learn how to use core strengths that amplify impact Identify and shift crucial limiting beliefs Discover values and align with purpose to accelerate impact and potential Experience the transformational impact of receiving empowering support from coach and peers Create new connections and develop life-long allies and friends “My coaching experience has been very inspiring, helping me uncover the infinite potential within. It’s amazing, how I was able to identify my next steps for my work and personal growth just after 5 sessions. This is a very safe space, every woman needs this.” — Christine Nabugonyi, Executive Director at Edu Child Foundation Uganda Join a Global Community of Women Changemakers Since 2014, nearly 2,000 women impact leaders from more than 90 countries have graduated from The Women’s Impact Alliance. Graduation from the Empowered Leader Program is only the beginning of your leadership journey. We are committed to continuing to grow the leadership capacity of our community of women leaders and support them as they expand their impact. As a graduate of the Empowered Leader Program, you become part of our global alumnae community and are invited to participate in ways that are meaningful to you. You’ll have the opportunity to take advantage of offerings specifically tailored to our graduates, including: Access to a network of women leaders all over the world in a variety of impact sectors Interactive workshops, community-led sessions, and meet-ups (both virtual and in-person) Opportunities to continue one-on-one coaching Private Alumnae Slack community and alumnae address book access Access our extensive online Leadership Resource Library…
Ghana Tech Hubs Training on Fundraising…
Ghana Hubs Network | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: March 2, 2025
Dear Tech Hubs in Ghana, We are excited to invite you to a special training program to help you understand, secure, and manage grants and partnerships more effectively. This initiative, brought to you by the United Nations International Trade Centre (ITC), *Netherlands Trust Fund V Ghana Tech project in partnership with Ghana Hubs Network , aims to equip you with essential skills to attract funding and build strategic partnerships. What You’ll Learn: ✅ How to identify partnership opportunities ✅ How to prepare and position yourself for grants ✅ How to attract and engage funders effectively Training Format & Dates: This program consists of four interactive online sessions on: 📅 13th March 📅 20th March 📅 27th March 🔹 Interested? Fill out the sign-up form by 2 March (end of Day). https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdGx5079P9kZBcHmWh8nS-3arvHCYVaVp-Jv8B-XM6UMiYfjg/viewform 📩 For any inquiries, feel free to reach out to Isaac Newton Acquah at iacquah@intracen.org or Ghana Hubs Network communications@ghanahubsnetwork.com…
Tony Elumelu Foundation opens applications for 2025 Entrepreneurship programmes…
The Tony Elumelu Foundation | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: March 1, 2025
The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), Africa’s leading champion of entrepreneurship, is pleased to announce that applications for its 2025 Entrepreneurship Programmes are now open. Aspiring and existing entrepreneurs from across Africa are invited to apply for a chance to receive world-class training, expert mentoring, and non-refundable seed capital funding to scale their businesses. Programmes Open for Application: Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) Entrepreneurship Programme: the flagship TEF Entrepreneurship Programme is open to all entrepreneurs across Africa with innovative business ideas or existing businesses not older than five years. This year, there is a special emphasis on businesses leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) and green initiatives. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. IYBA-WE4A Entrepreneurship Programme: Launched by the Tony Elumelu Foundation in partnership with the European Union (EU) and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), IYBA-WE4A stands for Investing in Young Businesses in Africa – Women Entrepreneurship for Africa and is exclusively for women entrepreneurs with green business ideas or existing green businesses in Senegal, Tanzania, Uganda, Cameroon, Kenya, Mozambique, Malawi, and Togo. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, with businesses not exceeding five years in operation. Aguka Ideation Programme: The Aguka Ideation Entrepreneurship Programme is a partnership with the Tony Elumelu Foundation, UNDP Rwanda and the Rwandan Ministry of Youths and Arts to support young Rwandan entrepreneurs between 18 and 30 with business ideas with a seed capital of $3000, to nurture and develop innovative concepts into viable enterprises. Application Details: Platform: Applications are to be submitted through TEF’s proprietary digital hub, TEFConnect. Application Period: January 1, 2025 – March 1, 2025. Applicants are encouraged to complete and submit their applications well ahead of the deadline. Eligibility: Open to African entrepreneurs with scalable business ideas or existing businesses not older than five years. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. To learn more about the Tony Elumelu Foundation’s transformative work and the success of our African entrepreneurs. Explore our: Impact Report, which highlights the Tony Elumelu Foundation’s achievements and contributions to Africa’s economic growth. African Entrepreneurs’ Success Stories, showcasing the inspiring journeys of Tony Elumelu Entrepreneurs. Annual Reports, offering insights into the Tony Elumelu Foundation’s strategies and outcomes. About the Tony Elumelu Foundation: The Tony Elumelu Foundation is the leading philanthropy empowering a new generation of African entrepreneurs, driving poverty eradication, catalysing job creation across all 54 African countries, and increasing women’s economic empowerment. Founded in 2010, the Tony Elumelu Foundation is committed to empowering African entrepreneurs as a catalyst for the continent’s economic transformation. Since the launch of the TEF Entrepreneurship Programme in 2015, the Foundation has provided up to 2.5 million young Africans with access to training on its digital hub, TEFConnect, and disbursed over $100 million in direct funding to over 21,000 African women and men, who have collectively created over 800,000 direct and indirect jobs, and generated over USD$4.2 billion in revenue. The Foundation’s mission is rooted in Africapitalism, which positions the private sector, and most importantly entrepreneurs, as the catalyst for the social and economic development of the African continent.…
Entrepreneurship Jobs for All…
Community and Entrepreneurial Development Initiatives (CEDI Ghana) | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: February 23, 2025
Are you an aspiring or existing entrepreneur (MSME) in Ghana looking for an opportunity to build and scale your business? 🔹 Are you a National Service Personnel, an unemployed individual, a fresh graduate, or a tertiary student seeking to start your own business? 🔹 Are you a corporate worker looking for leadership or entrepreneurship training to establish your own venture? 🔹 Are you searching for world-class training in Ghana to enhance your entrepreneurial skills? 🔹 Do you need funding and investment opportunities to grow your business? 🔹 Are you looking for top global industry experts, coaches, and mentors to guide you on your journey? 🔹 Are you looking for a purely practical, convenient, and flexible online entrepreneurship and innovation program to grow your business? 🔹 Are you looking for a certificate from a prestigious university to build your CV? 🔹 Do you want to turn your business dreams into reality? 🚀 Look no further—Entrepreneurship Jobs for All (E-Jobs4All) is the answer! 🌟✨ ✅ Apply now to join Ghana’s Best entrepreneurship and innovation program! 💡🔥 Why Apply? This is a fully funded opportunity with no application or program fees, offered by: ✅ Queen’s University, Canada – A top-10 globally ranked university in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings for four consecutive years ✅ Community and Entrepreneurial Development Initiatives (CEDI Ghana) ✅ Leadogo Incorporated, Canada What You’ll Gain: ✔ Practical entrepreneurship and innovation training from the prestigious Dunin-Deshpande Innovation Centre at Queen’s University, Canada ✔ Expert advisory services from top industry leaders at Leadogo Incorporated and PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Network ✔ Access to funding and investment opportunities Application Deadline: 🗓 Apply now through February 23, 2025 to be part of this life-changing program. At the end of the program, participants will receive a Certificate of Specialization in Entrepreneurship from Queen’s University. How to Apply: 🔗 Apply here: https://ejobs4all.org/e-jobs4all-application-form/ 📌 For more information: https://ejobs4all.org/ 📍 Location: E-Jobs4All Secretariat, City Galleria Mall, Airport, opposite Accra Mall, P.O. Box KIA 16097 📧 Email: info@ejobs4all.org 📞 Call: +233 20 520 2000 Important Note: 📢 All lectures and masterclasses are virtual. Participants are only required to attend a 3-day in-person annual summit and graduation event in Accra. This exclusive event will bring together: ✅ Successful entrepreneurs ✅ Top government officials, including ministers, members of the Council of State, and parliamentarians ✅ Industry experts, investors, foreign diplomats, and international delegates Apply now for this life-changing opportunity and take the next step toward entrepreneurial success! 🚀…
AWEC Cohort 8 Application…
African Women Entrepreneurship Cooperative | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: February 3, 2025
The African Women Entrepreneurship Cooperative is an innovative, 12-month leadership and business management capacity building program that accepts 200 female entrepreneurs annually. The deadline to apply is Sunday, 2 February 2025 at 11:59pm UTC. Please visit www.weareawec.org for more information. To help you with your application, check out AWEC’s Entrepreneur Essentials. This short course is designed to help you improve your chances of filling out the application correctly and challenge you to evaluate and improve your business. Remember… Be yourself: The application is designed to get to know you and your business. There are no right answers. We want to know the real, authentic you. Be clear and concise: Read the question carefully. Answer THAT question and only that question. No need to use fancy buzzwords. Know your numbers: Revenue, employees, customers, capital – what data is the application asking for? This is not a place to make up numbers. If you need to approximate, do so via informed guesses. Don’t copy and paste from ChatGPT or the website: Please know that we are very familiar with the program you are applying for and scan the applications for plagiarism of ChatGPT. We want your responses in your own words! Proofread: There’s always room to improve a first draft! Did you fully answer each question? Did you answer the question being asked? Are there any glaring typos to correct? For more details, please read our Application Tips…

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