Applications are now open for the Petty Traders Grant Support Programme (January – March 2026), a community-driven initiative aimed at empowering small-scale business owners across Nigeria. The programme provides financial support to both aspiring and existing petty traders who require small capital to start, stabilize, or expand their businesses. RECOMMENDED FOR YOU: Petty Traders Grant…
The Hallelujah Challenge Grant Initiative, in partnership with Premium Trust Bank, has announced the launch of its ₦50 Million Grant 2026 to support small businesses and students across Nigeria. The initiative is designed to provide financial assistance that promotes business sustainability and eases educational burdens. SEE ALSO: Growing Roots Grant Applications for Business Owners and…
Applications are now open for the UNESCO-UNEVOC TVET Leadership Programme (TLP) 2026, a global leadership initiative designed for mid- to senior-level professionals in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). The programme is part of the initiative “Towards a Global TVET Agenda”, supported by the German Federal Ministry for Education, Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women…
The Bank of Industry (BOI), in partnership with the MTN Foundation, has introduced the N1 Billion Y’ellopreneur 3.0 Matching Fund, a major financing initiative aimed at strengthening women-owned businesses across Nigeria. The programme is designed to provide not only capital but also structured business development support to help female entrepreneurs scale sustainably. The new funding…
The Federal Government, in collaboration with Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC), has opened applications for the Connect NextGen Innovation Hackathon, a national initiative aimed at equipping Nigerian youths and startups with modern digital skills. Participation in the programme is completely free for selected startups, making it a major opportunity for innovators seeking mentorship, exposure, and growth support….
Applications are now open for the 2026 edition of the Kestin Pondi Business Grant 2.0, creating fresh opportunities for entrepreneurs across Nigeria. The grant programme offers direct financial support and structured business development guidance to entrepreneurs with viable ideas and early-stage ventures that demonstrate strong potential for growth and job creation. Following the success of…
Applications are now open for the Growing Roots Grant for Nigeria, inviting early-stage ventures, social enterprises, and impact-focused founders working to solve pressing social, environmental, and community development challenges across the country. The grant offers non-equity funding of up to $10,000 (USD) to support innovative solutions that strengthen local communities, improve livelihoods, and drive sustainable…
Applications are now open for African startups to participate in the Startup World Cup Competition, scheduled to take place during the RegTech Africa 2026 Conference and Exhibition in Abuja. The event will bring together innovators, investors, regulators, and global partners, providing African startups with a rare opportunity to showcase their solutions on an international stage….
Google has officially opened applications for the 2026 Google for Startups Accelerator (10th Edition), a 12-week AI-first hybrid accelerator programme targeted at Series A startups based in Africa or building Africa-focused solutions using artificial intelligence and machine learning. The accelerator is designed to support AI-driven scientific, technological, and business breakthroughs across the continent, reinforcing Google’s…
The Bank of Agriculture (BOA) has announced the opening of applications for the Renewed Hope Smallholder Support and Value-Chain Fund (RH-SHF), inviting qualified Farmer Aggregator Companies and offtakers across Nigeria to submit expressions of interest. The initiative is a key component of the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda, designed to strengthen agricultural productivity by supporting…
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has opened applications for the 2026 Rent Relief Scheme following a recent tax reform that allows rent relief for staff under the PAYE (Pay As You Earn) system. This initiative is aimed at easing housing-related financial pressure for eligible members of staff. RECOMMENDED FOR YOU: Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Corps…
The Her Africa Early Stage Incubator (HAESI), a flagship initiative of the Alliance for Women and Girls (AFWAG), has officially opened applications for its 2026 cohort. The programme is a fully supported, Pan-African incubator designed to nurture young social entrepreneurs who are building solutions that promote gender justice and improve the lives of women and…
The Federal Government has announced that beneficiaries of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme will receive startup grants and gain access to soft loans from the Bank of Industry (BOI) to help them establish their own businesses after completing their training. This is for TVET trainees graduates. The Minister of Education, Dr…
Premier Cool, one of Nigeria’s leading antibacterial cooling bar soap brands, has launched a massive nationwide consumer reward campaign in partnership with digital banking platform PalmPay. The campaign, tagged “10K for 10K”, will reward 10,000 Nigerians with ₦10,000 each, amounting to a total cash giveaway of ₦100 million. The promotion officially runs from January 12…
The World Food Programme (WFP) Innovation Accelerator has officially opened a global call for applications from innovators, startups, NGOs, social enterprises, and mission-driven companies working to solve some of the world’s most urgent humanitarian and development challenges. This opportunity is targeted at organisations and teams developing innovative solutions to improve food security, strengthen climate resilience,…
The Adewuyi Research Animal Foundation (ARA Foundation) has announced the opening of its January–February 2026 Research Grant Phase, making a total of ₦1,000,000 available to Nigerian biomedical researchers conducting animal-based scientific studies. This funding initiative is created to strengthen ethical, high-quality biomedical research in Nigeria by supporting students and early-career researchers who rely on animal…
Applications are now open for the AU EU Youth Action Lab Entrepreneurship Grant, a major funding opportunity supporting youth-led organisations and social enterprises working to expand economic opportunities for young people across Africa and Europe. The grant provides up to €30,000 to eligible organisations building responsible, sustainable, and income-generating solutions that tackle youth unemployment, economic…
The Ogoni Entrepreneurship Summit (OES) has officially opened applications for its ₦200 million Recoverable Grant Revolving Fund, a flagship funding initiative created to support and grow indigenous businesses across Ogoniland, Rivers State. This funding programme is designed to improve access to finance for Ogoni entrepreneurs, strengthen local enterprises, and promote sustainable economic activities within host…
Applications are now open for the SFDP Health Innovation Challenge 2026, an opportunity created to support young Nigerians developing practical and affordable solutions to public health problems. The challenge awards $300 mini-grants to each of the top three selected teams to help turn innovative ideas into real-life community health projects. This initiative is organised by…
Applications are now open for the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) Entrepreneurship Programme 2026, one of Africa’s most impactful initiatives supporting young and emerging business owners. The programme is designed to equip African entrepreneurs with the tools, funding, and guidance needed to build viable and scalable businesses. Through a combination of business education, mentorship, and non-repayable…
The Federal Government has opened opportunities for women across Nigeria to benefit from the Nigeria for Women Project (NFWP Grant). It is a women-focused empowerment initiative aimed at improving livelihoods through skills development, cooperative support, and livelihood grants. The programme is implemented with support from the World Bank and targets women engaged in small businesses…
The Green Entrepreneurship Challenge is now open for applications, inviting innovators, founders, and change-makers with green and climate-positive business ideas to compete for support that can help turn environmental solutions into viable enterprises. The challenge targets individuals and teams developing sustainable innovations or business models that address environmental challenges while also creating economic opportunities and…
The Deji Alli Young Talent Award (DAAYTA) 2026 is a prestigious entrepreneurship grant created to support young Nigerian innovators with bold, scalable startup ideas. If you are a Nigerian student or recent graduate aged 18 to 35 with a solution-driven business, this award offers a rare opportunity to turn your idea into a viable company…
OpenAI has launched its AI and Mental Health Grant Program to fund research projects exploring how artificial intelligence intersects with mental health and emotional well-being. As AI systems become more advanced and widely used, OpenAI recognises that people are increasingly relying on these tools in deeply personal and sensitive contexts. The organisation noted that it…
The West African Support for Small and Mid-Scale Agro Startups (also known as WASSMAS agricultural grant program) program is designed to support small and mid-scale agricultural startups across West Africa. Selected applicants can receive grants of up to $5,000 USD, alongside access to resources and technical guidance aimed at improving productivity, sustainability, and business growth…
