Funding

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…
Opportunity to Strengthen Entrepreneurship and Gender Networks…
GIZ | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: January 31, 2025
Are you passionate about gender equality, digital transformation and supporting women-led businesses? Join us in supporting women-led businesses across Ashanti, Eastern, Northern, Upper East, Upper West, and North-East regions. This is an opportunity to host new or expand existing multi-stakeholder networks.…
SME PRODUCT CERTIFICATION PROJECT…
GIZ | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: January 14, 2025
The German Cooperation, as part of the Special Initiative “Decent Work for a Just Transition” (Invest for Jobs), is offering technical and financial assistance to Ghanaian SMEs to help them achieve FDA and GSA certifications. For inquiries, contact Forster Gomashie at fgomashie@tradelineconsult.org or 0208994375.…
BRIDGE-in Agriculture…
Mastercard Foundation | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: December 31, 2024
In celebration of International Youth Day 2024, CrossBoundary Advisory and Mastercard Foundation are highlighting the critical role of youth in agriculture through the BRIDGE-in Agriculture program. This initiative enables Ghanaian entrepreneurs in agriculture to access affordable capital for expansion and innovation and the youth to access technical support to secure dignified and fulfilling work.…
CALL FOR CONSULTANTS: TRAINING OF MANAGERS UNIVERSITY MANAGEMENT CAPACITY BUILDING IN GREEN & DIGITAL ENTREPRENUERSHIP IN GHANA…
E4Impact | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: December 27, 2024
E4IMPACT FOUNDATION GHANA: E4Impact Ghana is a branch of the E4Impact Foundation Italy. It supports the start-up and growth of businesses in Africa through MBAs, entrepreneurship programs, and business accelerators, combining economic success with social and environmental impact in 30 African Countries. ABOUT THE ASSIGNMENT: E4Impact invites qualified consultants with demonstrated experience in entrepreneurial program management and training to lead the capacity building component of university managers in Ghana. The goal is to build upon the capacities of the managers to successfully implement and manage the entrepreneurial programs offered by E4Impact. The consultant will work closely with the project team and the university partners to fulfil this assignment. SCOPE OF WORK AND DELIVERABLES – Needs Assessment: Conduct a comprehensive needs assessment to identify the current capabilities and gaps in university management related to managing green and digital entrepreneurship programs. – Design Training Path: Develop program manuals including marketing, recruitment and program management and monitoring tools to be transferred to university managers with the ultimate goal of facilitating management of green and digital entrepreneurial programs. – Execution of Training Path: select and supporting the training of university managers both online and in presence as well as assess competences accrued by university managers, design and execute remediation plans, deliver evaluation reports. – Program Execution: support partner universities in the execution of green and digital entrepreneurship program, assess quality of delivery by partner universities, support impact measurement of programs on participants. The consultant will be responsible for coordinating all the university managers across all the universities. REMUNERATION – The maximum gross salary for this position is €1,000 per month. – 3 months’ probation period and thereafter 1 to 3 years renewable upon review. – The salary will be paid in Euros. REQUIREMENTS – A minimum of 3 years’ experience with similar assignments, including managing academic programs or business formation programs. – A strong marketing background. – A strong network of entrepreneurial players (e.g. investors, consulting firms, incubators, accelerators, …). – Experience in working with tertiary education institutions in Ghana will be an added advantage. – Having experience in managing entrepreneurship programs is a plus. – Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work with diverse stakeholders. APPLICATION PROCESS Interested consultants are requested to submit application to email: info.ghana@e4impact.org no later than Friday 27th of December 2024, attaching the following documents: – Cover Letter: Explaining your interest in the position and relevant experience. – Curriculum Vitae (CV): Detailing your educational background, work experience, and skills. – A list of similar works done from inception to end. SELECTION CRITERIA 1. Education Background (10 points) · Relevant certifications: 5 points · Relevant bachelor’s degree: 5 points · Master’s degree in business administration: +5 points 2. Experience Managing Academic/Business Formation Programs (30 points) · No relevant experience: 0 points · Over 5 years relevant experience: 20 points · Developed Entrepreneurial Program Management Handbooks, Training Manuals, Marketing plans: +10 points 3. Consultancy Assignment Management (30 points) · No background: 0 points · 5 years managing similar consultancy assignment: 20 points · Licensed/Certified Consultant in Business Formation: +10 points 4. Business Linkages (20 points) · No Network of Entrepreneurial Players: 0 points · Strong Network of Entrepreneurial Players: 10 points · Evidence of work with Investors, Consulting Firms, Incubators & Accelerators: +10 points 5. Interpersonal Skills (10 points) · Good Knowledge/Certification in Microsoft Excel: 5 points max · Good Command of English Language: 5 points max · Familiarity of Challenges Faced by Universities Embedding Entrepreneurial programs: 5 points max SELECTION PROCESS – Application Document Review: Each candidate’s resume, cover letter, and list of similar consultancy projects from start to finish will be reviewed. If one document is missing, your application will not be considered. – Scoring Threshold: Candidates can score up to 100 points based on the selection criteria. Applicants scoring less than 60 will not be considered eligible. – Interview: The top 10 candidates will be shortlisted. From these, the top 5 will be selected for interviews. During the interviews, E4Impact will verify the submitted documents and relevant experience, assess the candidates’ understanding of the job, and conduct a Q&A. DISCLAIMERS – E4Impact reserves the right to offer a lower salary based on the consultant’s experience. – The stated remuneration includes all allowances. – We believe the salary range we offer is competitive. – Candidates who cannot accept the offered salary are advised not to apply. – E4Impact reserves the right to contact the referees provided by the candidates.…
WIDU GHANA #GREEN CALL…
GIZ | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: December 20, 2024
Are you an entrepreneur running a small enterprise in Ghana and looking to upgrade your business? We are launching the second phase of our Thematic Call #GreenGhana. Seize your new opportunity and apply now! Entrepreneurs with sustainable & innovative business models as well as entrepreneurs who would like to green their conventional business can receive a Grant and free Business Coaching to develop their businesses further. Applications are now open! Let’s break down the criteria! From eco-packaging to green energy, find out if your business is eligible. To be eligible for the #GreenCall, you must: ✅ Be a green entrepreneur located in Ghana ✅ Have an existing small green business for over a year ✅ Focus on sustainability and innovation The Thematic Call #GreenGhana is a cooperation of Support to the Private and Financial Sector (PFS) Program and WIDU.africa…
Mentorship and Acceleration Program…
hapaSpace | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: December 17, 2024
HapaSpace, in partnership with MentorDay from Europe, is thrilled to bring you an exclusive Mentorship and Acceleration Program designed to support and empower entrepreneurs in Ghana and across Africa. This program offers: – World-Class Mentorship: Gain invaluable guidance from experienced mentors. – Growth Opportunities: Access resources to accelerate your business. – Global Networking: Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs and experts from Europe and beyond. Applications close on December 17, 2024, and the program kicks off in January 2025. Don’t miss this chance to take your entrepreneurial journey to the next level. Apply now and transform your vision into reality! For more details, reach out to HapaSpace Team today.…
Call for Applications MSR Venture Building…
MBC Africa | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: November 30, 2024
The USAID-funded Market Systems and Resilience Activity (MSR) (2022-2027) is designed to strengthen commercial relationships between market actors, improve rural entrepreneurship ecosystem to enable greater market participation, particularly for women and youth, expand the availability of agri Services, and link targeted policy initiatives to improved local economic governance in 17 districts across the USAID-specified Zone of Interest (ZOI) in Northern Ghana. The MSR Activity focuses particularly on micro, small and medium sized enterprises (MSME’s) in a number of agricultural value chains: cereals (maize); legumes (soybeans, cowpea, peanut, Bambara beans); tree crops (shea, mango); horticulture (vegetables). MBC Africa is a key partner of ACDI VOCA Ghana in the implementation of the Feed the Future Ghana Market Systems and Resilience (MSR) Activity in four regions of Northern Ghana. The project has four main objectives. Increase commercialization and profitability of agriculture producers. Increase the institutional capacity of market actors. Improve market access and quality of business services. Improve the enabling environment for local actors and investors. MBC Africa works under objective 2 of MSR Project with role to identify, build capacities and sustainable business development models for SMEs on targeted agriculture value chains.…
The Mastercard Foundation Fund for Resilience and Prosperity Agribusiness Challenge Fund…
Mastercard Foundation | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: November 22, 2024
The Mastercard Foundation Fund for Resilience and Prosperity’s newly established Agribusiness Challenge Fund calls for proposals from African SMEs and entrepreneurs in the agricultural sector. The fund seeks to support SMEs that can create dignified and fulfilling work for young people, starting with a focus on the agriculture sector. SMEs are to be selected based on their innovative, practical, and scalable businesses. The Mastercard Foundation Fund for Resilience and Prosperity has launched an Agribusiness Challenge Fund, calling for proposals from SMEs in the agriculture sector that can create work opportunities at scale for young women and men, young persons with disabilities, and refugee youth. The Mastercard Foundation Fund for Resilience and Prosperity is a new fund established following the successful conclusion of the Mastercard Foundation Fund for Rural Prosperity, which was in operation for eight years from 2014 to 2023 and supported 38 participant businesses from 15 countries in Africa. These businesses were able to innovate and scale financial products and services targeting the rural population and further enable financial inclusion for over 5.3 million people. The Agribusiness Challenge Fund will provide SMEs with innovative and commercially viable agribusinesses across 20 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa the opportunity to receive support to upscale their businesses in a bid to create sustainable employment opportunities for young people, with particular focus on young women. Selected SMEs will receive support from the Fund, including grants ranging from US$ 500,000 to US$ 2,500,000, disbursed over a 3-year period, based on the applicants’ development stage, scalability and business model, in accordance with agreed periodic milestone targets. The funding structure will be determined on a case-by-case basis after evaluating proposals and organizations. Additional support to successful applicants will include tailored technical assistance in alignment with FRP objectives over the 3-year period. The Agribusiness Challenge Fund is the first of several sector-focused calls for proposals that the Fund will launch focused on the potential of the SMEs to create work opportunities at scale. The Agribusiness Challenge Fund targets SMEs in the following 20 Sub-Saharan Africa countries: Kenya, Benin, Burundi, Botswana, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, DRC, Ethiopia, Ghana, Malawi, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, South Africa, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia. “The Mastercard Foundation is collaborating with a network of partners to create job opportunities for young people across Sub-Saharan Africa, in line with our Young Africa Works strategy. The Mastercard Foundation Fund for Resilience and Prosperity offers a fantastic opportunity for SMEs looking for support to expand and simultaneously generate employment for the youth,” said Mr. Daniel Hailu, Executive Director of Pan-African Programs at the Mastercard Foundation. The Agribusiness Challenge Fund call for proposals is currently open and will close on November 22, 2024, with periodic collections of applications to be assessed every 12 weeks. The Challenge will be open to SME applications as long as they meet the eligibility criteria and their projects are being implemented in at least one of the 20 focus countries the Fund is targeting. Unsuccessful applicants will have the opportunity to refine and resubmit their applications for subsequent collections. Potential applicants for the Agribusiness Challenge Fund can register and access the application platform through the Fund website.…
Womenpreneur PITCH-A-THON Season 6…
Access Bank Ghana | Status: Ended
Amount: GHS 100,000 | Deadline: October 31, 2024
Womenpreneur Season 6 is finally here and it’s all about providing Ghanaian women-led businesses with an opportunity to access funding and world-class business trainings to grow their businesses. Ready to take the leap towards winning a Business Masterclass and GHS 100,000 grand prize and other exciting prizes? PS. It’s open to all business sectors!…
MEST Africa Challenge 2024…
MEST | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: October 4, 2024
As MEST continues to deepen her influence on Africa’s tech landscape, the MEST Africa Challenge (MAC) remains Africa’s premier pitch competition for Africa’s emerging tech entrepreneurs, bringing together relevant stakeholders all across the continent and globe to learn more about the happenings on the tech scene. This year will mark the 6th edition of MAC. MEST will provide the winning startup with investment capital, coaching and access to a global network of resources and partners as they build and scale successful businesses that add value to African economies and livelihoods. This year, contestants for MAC will be based in West Africa with a focus on the following key markets: Benin, Cape Verde, Côte D’Ivoire, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Mali and Togo. For the first time, MAC will also place a sectoral emphasis on agri-tech, recognizing its immense potential to drive sustainable development and economic growth in Africa. Eligibility criteria – Early-stage Agritech startup – Monthly Recurring Revenue: A minimum of $5k – Funding raised: $0 to $1M cumulative – Years in existence: 3 years and below – Traction: At least 6 months of recurring revenue – Must be operating in one of the 14 MAC countries (Benin, Cape Verde, Côte D’Ivoire, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Mali and Togo) – Founding team: At least 2 founding team members – Registered in Delaware (This is preferred) – Any business model (B2B, B2C, B2B2C, B2G etc…) – All participants must pitch in English Timeline -Applications open on 26th August 2024 – Applications close on 4th October 2024 – Top 20 Participants chosen on 14th October 2024 – Virtual semi finals on 29th October 2024 and 30th October 2024 – In-person finals date TBA…
AGI 2024 Pitch Competition…
Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) | Status: Ended
Amount: N/A | Deadline: September 4, 2024
Findings from a recent report from the World Food Programme (WFP) estimate that 1.05 million people in Ghana stood to be hit by food insecurity between June and August 2024. With the issue of food insecurity being most prevalent in Northern Ghana and rural communities. Boasting a rich agricultural heritage and diverse natural resources, Ghana should ideally be a bastion of agricultural productivity. However, persistent issues such as climate variability, inefficient supply chains, and limited access to modern agricultural practices have posed significant obstacles to attaining food security for its population in recent years. Recognizing the urgent need for innovative digital solutions in neutralizing the threats to Ghana’s food security, the 5th edition of the Entrepreneurship Pitch Contest (EPC) aims to harness the entrepreneurial spirit of the Ghanaian youth in tackling these pressing food security issues in a manner that is innovative, embraces inclusion and drives green development. EPC 2024 is slated for 19 September 2024 at the Accra International Conference Centre as part of activities for the 7th. Ghana Industrial Summit and Exhibition (GISE). All five selected finalists will win a trip (round trip and accommodation) to Accra to participate in the GISE. This year’s contest aligns with broader national and global goals of achieving food security, reducing poverty, and fostering resilience to climate change impacts. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR Ideal finalists should be: – A growth-stage business (Minimum staff size of 10) – An Inclusive business – Practising an organisational culture that empowers youth (Age 18 – 35). At least 40% of available leadership positions should be occupied by youth. Applications received shall be rated based on resource efficiency, scalability and inclusivity of business model.…

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