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Ideation Hub Africa African Masterclass Series 6.0 Impact

Call For Applications: Ideation Hub Africa African Masterclass Series 6.0 Impact Accelerator For 2,500+ African Changemakers

The African Masterclass Series 6.0 — themed “The Impact Accelerator: Funding, Technology, Innovation, AI & Leadership for the Digital Age” — is a mini-MBA style Pan-African Program designed to help changemakers, social innovators, Policy makers, CSR Leaders, Tech-Driven NGO Leaders, Community Mobilizers, Nonprofit Professionals, Impact-Driven Startups and Founders, Youth-Led Organizations and Activists, Development Practitioners, Donor Agencies, Advocacy Specialists, Sustainability Champions, Data and Research Analysts in the Social Sector, Social Impact Investors, Civil Society Organization (CSO) Leaders, Faith-Based Development Leaders, Gender Advocates, Digital Transformation Specialists in Development and Impact-Driven Individuals to launch deep before the end of the year. Ideation Hub Africa is excited to announce that applications are officially open for the African Masterclass Series 6.0 (AMS 6.0) — a bold, FREE 12-week Impact Accelerator designed to equip 2,500 changemakers, social innovators, social impact leaders, and NGOs across the continent with future-ready skills in funding, technology, AI, innovation, and leadership. Themed “The Impact Accelerator: Funding, Technolo

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Funding, Technology, Innovation, AI & Leadership for the Digital Age” — is a mini-MBA style Pan-African Program designed to help changemakers, socia

Kuda SIWES

Call For Applications: Kuda SIWES Program for Nigerian Undergraduates 2026

Applications are now open for the Kuda SIWES Internship Program 2026 , offering eligible Nigerian undergraduates the opportunity to gain practical industry experience through the Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) . The programme is designed to help students apply classroom knowledge in a professional work environment while developing technical and workplace skills in one of Africa’s leading digital banking companies. Programme Benefits Selected interns will receive: Hands-on industry experience Practical exposure within assigned departments Opportunities to work on real projects Professional mentorship and learning Career development and workplace experience Exposure to a collaborative and innovative work environment. Who Can Apply? Applicants must: Be currently enrolled in a Nigerian tertiary institution Be eligible for the Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) Be studying a course relevant to the assigned department Possess basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and email Demonstrate willingness to learn and take initiative Have good communication and interpersonal skills Show professionalism, punctuality, and reliability. Preferred Sk

Eligibility: eligible Nigerian undergraduates the opportunity to gain practical industry experience through the Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES)

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Africa

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CAPSHA South-South Collaboration Innovation Pitch

Call For Applications: CAPSHA South-South Collaboration Innovation Pitch Challenge 2026 (Up to US$15,000 in Grants)

Applications are now open for the CAPSHA South-South Collaboration Innovation Pitch Challenge 2026 , an initiative designed to support innovative partnerships that strengthen agricultural capacity sharing and promote sustainable food systems across the Global South. The challenge seeks collaborative projects that address agricultural challenges through knowledge exchange, innovation, and South-South cooperation, with successful partnerships eligible for grants of up to US$15,000 . Grant Benefits Selected partnerships will receive: Up to US$15,000 in grant funding Support to implement innovative agricultural capacity-sharing projects Opportunities to strengthen South-South collaboration Increased visibility within the agricultural innovation ecosystem Networking opportunities with agricultural institutions and development partners. Who Can Apply? The challenge is open to: Agricultural organizations Research institutions Universities Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) Farmer organizations and cooperatives Agribusinesses Multi-stakeholder partnerships working on agricultural innovation and capacity sharing. Applicants should review the official guidelines for the full eligibility r

Eligibility: eligible for grants of up to US$15,000

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Africa

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grants of up to US$15,000

Africa Youths in Digital Health

Call For Applications: Africa Youths in Digital Health Network (YiDHN)

Applications are now open to join the Africa Youths in Digital Health Network (YiDHN) , a continental initiative under the Africa CDC Youth Programme that brings together young professionals, students, innovators, and researchers passionate about transforming healthcare through digital technologies. The network provides members with opportunities to build skills, collaborate with peers across Africa, and participate in training, mentorship, research, and innovation initiatives in digital health. Membership Benefits Members of the network can access: Digital health training and capacity-building programmes Mentorship from experts in public health and digital health Networking with young professionals across Africa Research and innovation opportunities Leadership and advocacy initiatives Exclusive access to workshops, webinars, and professional development programmes Opportunities to collaborate on projects that improve health outcomes across the continent. Who Can Apply? The network is open to young Africans who are interested in: Digital Health Public Health Health Innovation Health Technology Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Research Health Policy Digital Transformation It is

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Africa

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Tracka-Budgit Governance For Women

Call for Applications: Tracka-Budgit Governance For Women Fellowship 2026

Applications are now open for the Governance for Women By Women Fellowship , an initiative by Tracka and BudgIT aimed at equipping women with practical skills in governance, accountability, and civic engagement. The 2–3 month virtual fellowship is designed to empower women to actively participate in public accountability by building their capacity in budget tracking, project monitoring, and civic education. Participants will gain the knowledge and tools needed to promote transparency and improve public service delivery within their communities. Eligibility Applicants must: Be women working with or affiliated with a Civil Society Organization (CSO), media organization, or advocacy group Have an interest in budget tracking, project monitoring, and civic education Be available to participate in a 2–3 month virtual fellowship Focus States The fellowship is open to applicants from: Lagos Kwara Delta Gombe Katsina Enugu Fellowship Benefits Participants will: Strengthen their understanding of governance and public accountability Develop practical skills in budget tracking, project monitoring, and civic engagement Join a network of women championing transparency and inclusive governance Co

Eligibility: Eligibility Applicants must: Be women working with or affiliated with a Civil Society Organization (CSO), media organization, or advocacy group Have an interest in budget tracking, project monitoring, and civic education Be available to participate in

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Africa

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NYSC to Tech Job ₦250 Million

Call For Applications: NYSC to Tech Job ₦250 Million Scholarship Fund for Nigerian Graduates and Corps Members

Applications are open for the NYSC to Tech Job Scholarship Fund , a ₦250 million initiative designed to help eligible Nigerian graduates and NYSC participants gain practical technology skills and improve their chances of accessing jobs and internships in the digital economy. The fund is being shared among 1,562 eligible learners , with each successful applicant receiving approximately ₦160,000 in part-scholarship support towards an eligible AltSchool Africa technology diploma. Scholarship Benefits Successful applicants can receive: ₦160,000 in scholarship support ₦10,000 towards the application fee ₦150,000 towards tuition fees Access to an eligible technology diploma programme Practical, industry-aligned technical training Career support and mentorship Opportunities for internships and job placement after completing the programme Potential laptop support for selected learners who do not have a device for learning. Important: This is a partial scholarship , not a fully funded scholarship. Beneficiaries will still be required to pay the remaining school fees after the ₦160,000 support is applied. Who Can Apply? The scholarship is open to: Current NYSC corps members Recent NYSC alumn

Eligibility: eligible Nigerian graduates and NYSC participants gain practical technology skills and improve their chances of accessing jobs and internships in the digital economy

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Africa

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TechUp Africa TAMP Free DataCamp Tech Skills

Call for Applications: TechUp Africa TAMP Free DataCamp Tech Skills Scholarship 2026

Applications are now open for the TechUp Africa TAMP Free DataCamp Tech Skills Scholarship 2026 , an initiative designed to equip young Africans with in-demand digital skills through free access to DataCamp’s premium learning platform. In partnership with DataCamp, TechUp Africa is providing fully funded DataCamp Donates licenses to individuals who are passionate about building careers in technology but may not have the financial resources to access premium learning tools. The scholarship gives participants unrestricted access to over 450 expert-led courses covering Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Python, SQL, Power BI, Machine Learning, Data Analytics, and other high-demand technology fields. Eligibility Applicants should: Be young Africans interested in building digital and data skills Demonstrate a genuine commitment to completing courses on the platform Provide accurate personal information and details about their current situation during the application process Note: Scholarship recipients are expected to actively use their licenses. TechUp Africa may withdraw access if a license remains unused for two consecutive months. Why Apply? Whether you’re a student, graduate, c

Eligibility: Eligibility Applicants should: Be young Africans interested in building digital and data skills Demonstrate a genuine commitment to completing courses on the platform Provide accurate personal information and details about their current situation duri

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Africa

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Federal Government SMEDAN Cluster Development Support (CDS)

Call for Applications: Federal Government SMEDAN Cluster Development Support (CDS) Programme for MSMEs

The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), has opened applications for the Cluster Development Support (CDS) Programme, an initiative aimed at strengthening Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) operating within business clusters across the country. The programme is designed to improve the productivity, competitiveness, and sustainability of businesses by providing access to shared infrastructure, business development services, financing opportunities, technology, and market support. Who Can Apply? Applications are open to: Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Businesses operating within clusters, associations, or cooperatives Entrepreneurs seeking structured business support to expand production Both formal and informal businesses across Nigeria Examples of eligible clusters include: Tailoring and fashion hubs Agro-processing clusters Leatherworks Metal fabrication Other industry-based business clusters Programme Benefits Successful applicants will receive: Business advisory services and mentorship Capacity-building and entrepreneurship training Access to funding and financing opportunities Sha

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Africa

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Geneith Health

Call For Applications: Geneith Health Competition Offers Over ₦1 Billion in Cash Prizes and Educational Support to Nigerian Students

Students across Nigeria have an opportunity to compete for a share of more than ₦1 billion in cash prizes and educational support through the Geneith Health Competition, an initiative designed to combine health education with a nationwide student competition. The competition focuses on one of Nigeria’s most persistent public health challenges: malaria . Beyond the financial rewards, it gives young Nigerians an opportunity to build health awareness, share knowledge within their communities and become ambassadors for malaria prevention. Organised as an initiative of CEOAfrica, sponsored by Geneith Pharmaceuticals Limited and powered by Coatal Forte Softgel, the competition is open across three educational categories: Junior Secondary School (JSS), Senior Secondary School (SSS) and tertiary students . ( geneithhealthcompetition.com ) What the Geneith Health Competition Offers The competition is structured across state, regional and national levels , allowing participants to progress through different stages of the challenge. Advertisement At the state level, participants can compete for prizes of up to ₦2.5 million , while the regional stage offers rewards of up to ₦5 million . At the

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prizes of up to ₦2.5 million , while the regional stage offers rewards of up to ₦5 million

DBN

Call For Applications: DBN Academy Entrepreneurship Training Programme – Cohort 2

fApplications are now open for Cohort 2 of the DBN Academy Entrepreneurship Training Programme 2026 , a flagship capacity-building initiative by the Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) designed to equip Nigerian MSMEs with practical business skills, financial management knowledge, and access-to-finance readiness. Delivered through the DBN Academy (BizAid) learning platform, the programme combines free self-paced online courses with in-person workshops and a business pitch competition , giving top-performing entrepreneurs the opportunity to access grant funding and expert business support. Programme Benefits Successful participants will receive: Free access to self-paced entrepreneurship courses Practical business management and financial literacy training Digital certificates upon successful course completion Opportunity to attend exclusive in-person workshops Mentorship from experienced business experts Business plan refinement and investor-readiness support Opportunity to pitch for grant funding Access to the DBN entrepreneur network. Who Can Apply? The programme is open to: Nigerian entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across all se

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Africa

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grant funding Access to the DBN entrepreneur network

iF Social Impact

Call for Applications: iF Social Impact Prize 2026 (Up To €100,000 in Funding)

Applications are now open for the iF Social Impact Prize 2026 , an international initiative by iF Design that supports projects creating measurable social and environmental impact in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The prize recognizes innovative initiatives tackling global and community challenges through social innovation, sustainability, community development, and corporate responsibility. Each year, selected projects share a €100,000 funding pool while gaining international recognition and exposure through the iF Design platform. Focus Areas Projects should contribute to one or more of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, including: No Poverty Zero Hunger Good Health and Well-being Quality Education Gender Equality Clean Water and Sanitation Affordable and Clean Energy Decent Work and Economic Growth Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure Reduced Inequalities Sustainable Cities and Communities Responsible Consumption and Production Climate Action Life Below Water Life on Land Who Can Apply? Applications are open to: Companies NGOs Foundations Social enterprises Design studios Public sector organisations Entrepreneurs Please note: Student con

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Prize 2026 , an international initiative by iF Design that supports projects creating meas

UNDP Timbuktoo Launchpad

Call For Applications: UNDP Timbuktoo Launchpad Programme 2026 for African CreativeTech Entrepreneurs

Applications are now open for the UNDP Timbuktoo Launchpad Programme 2026 , a pan-African incubation programme designed to support CreativeTech startups building innovative, technology-enabled solutions for Africa’s creative economy. Delivered through the timbuktoo Creatives Hub hosted in South Africa , the programme is an initiative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) . It aims to help promising CreativeTech entrepreneurs scale their businesses through structured incubation, mentorship, investment readiness support, and access to a continent-wide innovation ecosystem. Programme Benefits Selected startups will receive: Structured incubation delivered by leading African incubators One-on-one mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs and industry experts Access to the Seedstars SIGMA platform for startup development and AI-powered guidance Investment readiness training and pitch development support Opportunities to engage with investors and strategic partners Participation in demo days and ecosystem events across Africa Access to the pan-African timbuktoo Launchpad network of founders, incubators, and innovation partners Potential pathways to acceleration programmes an

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