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…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially opened applications for the Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme (FG GEEP Loan). This is a nationwide loan scheme created to support small businesses, traders, artisans, and farmers across the country. The FG GEEP Loan programme is implemented under the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA) and provides zero-interest…
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 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…
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…
Application for Niger Delta Digital Summit Startup Seed Funding worth of ₦1,800,000 is now opening to all digital or tech-led startup based in the Niger Delta. If you reside in 9 Niger Delta states (Abia, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo, Imo, Ondo, Rivers). This is is your chance to scale your business and…
The Atunlo Green Earth Business Grant, also known as the Ayo Ogunlowo Business Grant, has opened applications for climate-tech and circular economy entrepreneurs seeking funding to expand their impact-driven solutions. The initiative will award N3,000,000 each to two outstanding founders who are ready to scale their environmentally sustainable businesses. What you should know about Atunlo…
The AOA Constituency Office has opened applications for the Livelihood Support and Empowerment Program for residents of Ikole/Oye Federal Constituency. This programme aims to support small business owners, artisans, youths, and women with items and tools that can help them improve their work, increase income, and become more financially stable. RECOMMENDED FOR YOU: Petty Traders…
