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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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grant funding Access to the DBN entrepreneur network

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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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Africa

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

NDE Renewed Hope

Call for Applications: NDE Renewed Hope Employment Initiative (RHEI) Phase 3 to Train Over 21,000 Nigerians

Applications are now open for the National Directorate of Employment (NDE) Renewed Hope Employment Initiative (RHEI) Phase 3, a nationwide programme designed to equip unemployed Nigerians with technical, vocational, entrepreneurial, agricultural, and digital skills for sustainable employment and economic empowerment. The fully funded initiative aims to train approximately 21,824 beneficiaries across Nigeria through practical skills acquisition programmes delivered at NDE training centres, accredited private vocational institutions, and state-owned training facilities across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Why It Matters The Renewed Hope Employment Initiative is one of Nigeria’s largest government-funded skills development programmes, designed to reduce unemployment by equipping young Nigerians with practical, market-relevant skills that support entrepreneurship, job creation, and economic growth. Training Areas Participants can receive training in: Advertisement • Vocational and Technical Skills • ICT and Digital Skills • Entrepreneurship Development • Agribusiness • Small Business Management Advertisement Under the Rural Employment Promotion (REP) programme,

Eligibility: Eligibility Criteria Applicants should: Advertisement • Be unemployed Nigerians interested in acquiring practical skills • Meet the age requirement for their selected programme (most agricultural programmes are open to applicants aged 18–50) • Possess

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Africa

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Mastercard x TAFTA Women Entrepreneurs Development

Call For Applications: Mastercard x TAFTA Women Entrepreneurs Development Program (WEDP)Cohort 3

Are you a young woman building a career or business in the creative industry and looking for the right skills, knowledge and support to take your work to the next level? Applications are now open for the Women Entrepreneurs Development Programme (WEDP) 3.0, a 3-day bootcamp designed to equip young women in the creative industry with practical tools to build, grow and sustain their businesses. The programme recognises that having a creative skill is only one part of building a successful business. Women entrepreneurs also need business knowledge, financial literacy, strategic thinking, market access, mentorship and the confidence to turn their ideas into sustainable ventures. Table of Contents Toggle Why This Program Matters What You Stand To Gain Who Should Apply? Why You Should Apply Why This Program Matters Many talented women have great creative ideas but struggle with turning those ideas into profitable and sustainable businesses. Advertisement WEDP 3.0 provides an opportunity to bridge that gap by helping participants develop the entrepreneurial and business skills needed to navigate the creative economy. Through practical learning and mentorship, participants will gain the kn

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Africa

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Cambridge Africa Mentorship

Call For Applications: Cambridge Africa Mentorship Programme (CAMP) 2026

Applications are open for the Cambridge Africa Mentorship Programme (CAMP) 2026 , a free mentorship initiative designed to support African students and members of the African diaspora who are preparing to apply for postgraduate study at the . CAMP is an initiative of the African Society of Cambridge University (ASCU) and aims to help African applicants navigate the competitive Cambridge postgraduate application process through structured online guidance and one-to-one mentorship. What the Programme Offers Successful mentees can receive: Free one-to-one mentorship from a Cambridge student, alumnus or staff member Guidance on the Cambridge postgraduate application process Support with CVs and personal statements Guidance on research proposals Advice on contacting potential supervisors Support with securing strong references Scholarship and funding guidance Mock interview preparation Progress tracking and feedback Insights into student life at Cambridge Access to a network of African scholars and applicants Limited need-based financial support for application fees . Who Can Apply? The mentee programme is designed for applicants who: Are from the African continent or African diaspora A

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NASA Open Science Essentials

Call For Applications: NASA Open Science Essentials Course 2026 | Free Online Course and Certificate

NASA is offering its Open Science Essentials (OSE) course, a free online learning opportunity designed to introduce participants to the principles, practices and tools of open science. The course is available to the general public, including students, researchers and professionals , and can be completed online at the learner’s own pace. What Is Open Science Essentials? Open Science Essentials is a concise, standalone course that provides a broad introduction to open science and how research can be made more transparent, accessible and reproducible . The course takes approximately two hours to complete. What Will You Learn? Participants will learn about: Advertisement The meaning and benefits of open science Open data and data-sharing practices Open peer review Collaborative research practices FAIR principles Open science and data management plans Open-source software Open research results Open licensing and research repositories Version control and persistent identifiers The role of AI in open science. Who Can Apply? The course is open to a broad audience, including: Students Researchers Scientists Educators Research managers Professionals Interested members of the general public.

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Africa

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Coca-Cola Foundation Grants 2026 for NGOs and Social Impact Organizations

Call for Applications: Coca-Cola Foundation Grants 2026 for NGOs and Social Impact Organizations

The Coca-Cola Foundation provides philanthropic funding to organisations working on initiatives that create measurable and lasting impact in communities around the world. However, organisations should note that the Foundation’s official website currently states that it does not accept unsolicited grant proposals. Funding is guided by the Foundation’s priority areas and is generally provided through its established philanthropic partnerships. About the Coca-Cola Foundation The Coca-Cola Foundation is the philanthropic arm of The Coca-Cola Company. Since its establishment in 1984, the Foundation has supported community initiatives addressing major social, environmental and economic challenges. According to the Foundation, it has awarded more than $1.8 billion in grants over more than 40 years, supporting initiatives around the world. Advertisement The Foundation invests in transformative ideas and institutions through grants and impact investments, while also working with partners to deliver projects at scale. Key Focus Areas The Foundation’s current priority areas include: Sustainable access to safe water Watershed conservation Disaster preparedness and response Recycling value chai

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