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Join a global network of 350M+ SMEs
actively scaling and driving growth across every continent leveraging digital tools The IhifixAfriscale Business Fund Program invest $3,000 worth of value to support small businesses in Nigeria tostart and scale their operations The Ihifix Innovation Foundation – Upskill MSME Virtual Training Program is a comprehensive capacity-building initiative delivered…

The Skills for Business programme directly addresses these challenges by offering tailored training in areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), digital marketing, and e-commerce. The initiative builds on the success of Google’s Hustle Academy Business Bootcamp, which has supported over 15,000 SMEs across Africa since 2022, and integrates HP LIFE’s extensive library of over 30 training…

Are you a Nigerian entrepreneur with a bold idea? Ready to take your venture from concept to reality? The StartCraft Incubator Program (SCIP), brought to you by MSME Africa in collaboration with Bridge for Billions, is now open for applications Why You Shoul Apply Access a tailored incubation program that guides you from idea validation to business execution. Learn through hands-on mentorship,…

The Creative Economy Challenge & Award is a new initiative launched as part of Moonshot by TechCabal 2025, in collaboration with the Digital for Development (D4D) Hub. It is designed to spotlight bold and innovative startups and organisations operating at the intersection of creativity, technology, and entrepreneurship in West Africa and beyond. What’s in it for you?  – Invitation by D4D Hub to…

Are you reimagining the future of food and agriculture?We’re calling on bold agripreneurs and innovators with fresh ideas to transform Nigeria’s agriculture sector. Apply for a chance to access funding from a ₦150 million pool to scale your solution and drive real impact. Priority Areas:* Cold chain and storage solutions* Climate-smart and sustainable farming practices* Smart farming…

Application Deadline: October 31, 2025 Applications are now open for INNOVATE 360: Global Summit on Technology & Sustainable Futures ;a premier international gathering of the world’s brightest minds in innovation, technology, and sustainable development. This transformative summit brings together innovators, researchers, academics, policymakers, industry professionals, and changemakers to…

The 10th Africa Energy Innovation Challenge AEIC organized by NEF mobilizes early-stage young energy entrepreneurs across Africa to develop a prototype/upscale a key device/equipment for social enterprise, agri-business, fintech solutions or energy management system using local resources. The 10th AEIC links young persons to quality employment or  entrepreneurship opportunities, and is focused on…

The Regis Ohia Foundation Entrepreneurship grant is more than just money — it’s a platform to grow SMEs in Nigeria. Selected business owners will join the 4-week virtual Accelerator Program in September 2025, gain mentorship from seasoned business leaders, network with fellow entrepreneurs, and present their ideas at a live pitch event in Lekki, Lagos. It is designed to support bold…

MTN ICT and Business Skills Training is a Youth Development initiative aimed at equipping young entrepreneurs between 18 and 35 years with tech enabled skills to keep their small businesses relevant and competitive. The training will be delivered through a 5-week online programme which includes Masterclasses from key industry experts. Participants will be given data for the duration of the…

The AccounTech SME Growth Lab is a strategic pillar of the AccounTech Summit International 2025. It is a dedicated platform for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to access business development support, grants, and growth opportunities. The AccounTech SME Growth Lab includes workshops and/or panel sessions, live pitching sessions and networking with sponsors, investors, and corporate…

if you are an ambitious startup founder offering innovative and transformative solutions, Join SheScales Africa a 6-week investment readiness program by Opolo Global Innovation for female founders building the future of Africa. Eligibility Criteria Founded by woman: Female founder, co-founder, or C-level executive leading the startup Tech-enabled Solutions: Technology-driven business model…

The Ilorin Innovation Challenge and Hackathon 2025 is calling on innovators, entrepreneurs, developers, and problem-solvers to build creative solutions that can transform industries and improve lives. This is more than a challenge, it’s a launchpad for Startups with innovative ideas or solution to develop, refine, and scale to the next level and also stand a chance to win up to ₦7 million in…

 Application is now officially open for the NBA Africa Triple-Double Accelerator Program which aims to support the next wave of early-stage African startup businesses transforming the sports and creative sectors. The accelerator scouts bold founders across the continent, equipping them with AI-first capacity building, global mentorship, world-class coaching, and direct access to investors,…

Google’s Startups for Sustainable Development program supports a global ecosystem of impact-focused startups. The program builds community and supports startups with advisors, funding, and platform technology. The 17 SDGs are used as the framework for measuring impact. The program is not time-bound, so as to support startups in their mission for long-term impact at scale. Requirements…

Applications are now open for the 2025 Ye! Youth Ecopreneurs Program. The YECO Program is built for youth entrepreneurs under the age of 35 who are founders, co-founders, or CEOs. The program is looking for passionate innovators with a clear understanding of the environmental challenges they tackle and scalable solutions ready for acceleration Requirements Criteria Applicant must be: Must be…

The In-country YouthADAPT Challenge is calling on younth-led MSMEs and innovators to drive climate adaptation and resilience across Africa. Africa is on the frontlines of climate change. From erratic weather disrupting agriculture to floods damaging critical infrastructure, the impacts are being felt across sectors—threatening livelihoods, mobility, and food security. We are calling on…