Executive Direcor (MIT Solve) – Hala Hanna [đžMIT Solve] CAMBRIDGE, MA / ACCESS Newswire /…. MIT Solve, an initiative of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, has launched its 2025 Global Challenges and Indigenous Communities Fellowship, calling on innovators worldwide to submit transformative, tech-driven solutions to some of the planet’s most pressing and persistent problems. With over $1.5M in funding available, selected innovators have a unique opportunity to scale their solutions and gain an influential network. Says Hala Hanna (Executive Director, MIT Solve): In an era where technology is transforming our world at breakneck speed, we’re seeing a profound shift in how innovators approach global…
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The Tony Elumelu Foundation team (L-R): Somachi Chris Asoluka (CEO), Tony O. Elumelu (Founder & Chairman) [đž TEF] On February 12, 2025, the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) signed a USD $6 million strategic partnership agreement with the UAE Office of Development Affairs and the Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation. This collaboration aims to empower an additional 1,000 young African entrepreneurs by providing business training, mentorship, access to networks, and non-refundable $5,000 seed capital. [đž Somachi Chris-Asoluka] The agreement was formalized at the World Government Summit by TEF Founder, Tony O. Elumelu, and the Director General of the Khalifa Bin…
Kenya’s annual tech gathering, Africa Tech Summit (Nairobi) is off to a great start, packed with insightful talks, panels and mixers.One of the interesting companies meet would be HoaQ – they focus on identifying and partnering with exceptional founders who are developing innovative solutions to address unique challenges and opportunities within Africa and its global communities. HoaQ provides strategic guidance, industry connections, and ongoing support to fuel the growth and success of these ventures. Represented by Folakemi Osho (General Manager) and Yewande Odumosu, HoaQ will be hosting a roundtable on Thursday, February 13, 2025 [Register to join: https://lu.ma/ulybbqho] – For…
đą Calling all African fintech innovators!đApplications are open for Cohort 4 of the Visa Accelerator Program!This is your chance to:- Gain unparalleled mentorship from industry leaders.- Unlock exclusive resources to fuel your growth.- Connect with a vibrant community of fellow founders.Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity! Apply now: https://lnkd.in/dwF4t96y
Unveiled at the 2024 Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue, the Innovate for Impact Challenge invites forward-thinking entrepreneurs from around the globe to present breakthrough technologies aimed at revolutionizing agriculture. This initiative aligns with the World Food Prize Foundationâs mission to elevate innovations and inspire action toward alleviating global hunger. Key Highlights Global Call for Startups:Â Open to startups worldwide, with a special emphasis on innovation and sustainability Live Pitch Event:Â Finalists will showcase their AgTech solutions during the 2025 Borlaug Dialogue Top Prize:Â The winning startup will receive $50,000 to further their impact on global food security Eligibility Criteria The Challenge is open…
Tony O. Elumelu – Founder & Chairman, The Tony Elumelu Foundation – TEF [đžAuthor] Tony O. Elumelu is renown for his significant contributions to Africaâs economic growth and entrepreneurship. He is the Founder & Chairman of Heirs Holdings (a pan-African investment company with interests in financial services, energy, real estate, and healthcare); Chairman of United Bank for Africa – UBA (a leading financial institution operating in over 20 African countries); and Chairman of Transcorp (a diversified conglomerate with investments in power, hospitality, and Oil & Gas). Beyond business, Elumelu is Founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), which drives entrepreneurship…
UfarmX Founder & CEO, Alexander Zanders [đž Author] Alexander Zanders is Founder & CEO at UfarmX Âź (Techstars ’24)Â – an AgTech company dedicated to transforming agriculture in Africa by empowering smallholder farmers through advanced technology and innovative solutions. In his piece (original article here), he shares about the immense opportunities and challenges in Africaâs agricultural sector, emphasising that with nearly 70% of the worldâs remaining arable land and over 500 million smallholder farmers, Africa holds the key to meeting global food demand.He discusses:1. How technology can bridge gaps in financial inclusion and market access.2. The critical role of data-driven…
Chris Maclay has announced that Jobtech Alliance (where he is a Program Director) is looking for a ‘born entrepreneur’, with experience working as an operator in the jobtech space. The Jobtech Alliance is an ecosystem-building initiative focused on fostering inclusive jobtech in Africa. Launched in late 2021 by Mercy Corps and BFA Global, it aims to support digital platforms that connect individuals to work opportunities, thereby enhancing livelihoods across the continent. His LinkedIn post reads: Who knows of an amazing Nigerian who wants to join our team at the Jobtech Alliance? đ We’re looking for someone to lead our work…
For anyone headed to the Africa Tech Summit in Nairobi this week, make the most of your time at ATS 2025 to connect, learn, and explore new opportunities with Ventures Platform portfolio companies. Here’s a guide: Richard Oyome, Victor Alade, and Sodruldeen M. of Raenest – a modern, multi-currency platform for Africans that makes managing money across borders easy. Raenest is a headline sponsor of ATS 2025! Their team will be on-site, ready to connect, answer your questions, and share insights into their innovative financial products. Rotimi Thomas, Co-founder & CEO of SunFi â an energy fintech platform that connects…
CafĂ© One Enugu launches (L, R]: Arinze Chilo-Offiah (Director General of the Enugu SME Centre and Special Adviser to the Governor on Digital Economy and MSMEs); Prof. Chidi Onyia (Secretary to the State Government) … [đžArinze Chilo-Offiah] ENUGU, NIGERIA â Enugu State has launched “CafĂ© One Enugu,” a modern coworking and coffee space, designed to provide a collaborative and inspiring environment for entrepreneurs, remote workers, creatives, and tech professionals to innovate. Arinze Chilo-Offiah, Prof. Chidi Onyia CafĂ© One Enugu is a partnership between the Enugu State Government, the Enugu SME Centre, and CafĂ© One whose General Manager, Kelechi Nwaozuzu and…