About this opportunity
Applications are now open for the African Fashion FundLab Fellowship 2026, a fully funded business development programme designed to help fashion entrepreneurs in Nigeria build sustainable, investment-ready businesses. The fellowship is specifically designed for established fashion business owners seeking to strengthen their operations, improve financial management, attract investment, and scale their brands through practical, hands-on learning and expert mentorship.
Eligibility
Applicants must: Own a registered fashion business Have operated their business for at least three (3) years Be available to participate in the fellowship in person
Why You Should Apply
The African Fashion FundLab Fellowship offers fashion entrepreneurs the opportunity to strengthen their businesses through practical learning, expert guidance, and investment readiness support. Participants will leave the programme with the knowledge, tools, and network needed to build profitable and sustainable fashion brands.
What You’ll Learn Participants will gain practical skills to: Build and scale a sustainable fashion business Develop profitable business models and increase revenue Position their fashion brands to attract investors and secure funding Strengthen bookkeeping and financial management systems Understand legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements Improve operational efficiency for long-term business growth
Benefits and support
Successful applicants will receive: Fully funded participation at no cost Expert-led business development training One-on-one mentorship from experienced industry professionals Investment readiness support Networking opportunities with fellow fashion entrepreneurs Certificate of participation upon successful completion of the fellowship
Application steps
Interested applicants should complete the online application form: https://docs. google.
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Application timeline
Not specified.
Who can apply
- Eligibility Criteria Applicants must: Own a registered fashion business Have operated their business for at least three (3) years Be available to participate in the fellowship in person Why You Should Apply The African Fashion FundLab Fellowship offer
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