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The 100+ Accelerator has officially opened applications for its 2025 cohort, calling on bold, sustainability-focused startups around the world to apply before the July 11 deadline. Now in its latest cycle, the 100+ Accelerator is on the hunt for groundbreaking solutions in climate action, circular economy, water stewardship, and sustainable packaging. This year’s program will once again connect selected startups with a powerhouse coalition of global partners, including AB InBev, The Coca-Cola Company, Colgate-Palmolive, Danone, Unilever, and new partner Mondelēz International. Since its launch, the 100+ Accelerator has helped scale transformative innovations by providing funding, mentorship, and the opportunity to…

The Lagos State Government has officially launched Lagos Agrithon 2025, a transformative initiative aimed at fostering innovation and sustainability within the state’s agriculture and food systems. Announced by Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems, Ms. Abisola Olusanya, the program offers a ₦150 million grant pool to support at least 35 promising agrifood startups and youth-led ventures across Lagos State. Ms. Olusanya stated during the press briefing: Lagos Agrithon is more than a contest. It is a movement—a platform for bold ideas, youth-led innovation, and scalable solutions that tackle the food challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow Application details…

COREangels MEA, in partnership with PTS Holdings and the Arab Academy, has launched a $10 million investment fund targeting early-stage startups across the Middle East and Africa. During its 5th Investment Committee in Cairo, the fund selected five standout fintech startups from over 1,000 applicants to receive up to $150,000 in funding each under theme “Fintech as the Foundation for Inclusive Growth”. From over 1,000 applications, five standout fintech startups were selected: eMaisha Pay, based in Uganda, empowers farmers with access to savings tools, crop insurance, and microloans. RentBeta, active across East Africa, enables flexible rent payments and automates landlord collection…

The Honeycomb Celebration Grant is offering $2,500 in funding to entrepreneurs ready to take a meaningful next step in their business. This is your opportunity to access real capital to support real growth. Whether you’re launching something new, investing in marketing, or simply making your operations more sustainable, this grant is designed to help you move forward. Who It’s For This grant is open to all small business owners and entrepreneurs, regardless of industry, location, or stage of business. If you’re building a business with intention and vision—and $2,500 would help you reach your next milestone—you should apply. We welcome: Brick-and-mortar or…

Co-creation Hub (CcHUB), in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, has announced the third cohort of the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship, marking a significant step towards addressing critical education gaps across Africa. The 2025 cohort, comprising 12 innovative EdTech startups, reflects a growing commitment to gender diversity and inclusion within Africa’s innovation ecosystem, with 50% of the startups led by women. The selected startups are: Aiteacha (Teachers are Heroes) – enhances learning by equipping teachers with AI-powered tools to deliver personalised lessons, saving time, increasing engagement, and improving student outcomes. Blue and Sand ’s STEM Lab – provides virtual science labs…

Raj Kumar (founding President & Editor-in-Chief at Devex, the media platform for the global development community [📸Author] In a global aid sector often defined by sprawling operations and bloated overhead, Raj Kumar spotlights a radical outlier: the Novo Nordisk Foundation. With just 25 employees managing $1.3 billion in annual giving, this Danish powerhouse is redefining what effective philanthropy looks like. Powered by profits from the blockbuster drug Ozempic, the foundation is quietly transforming global health and development—not by doing more, but by doing less. In this compelling piece, Kumar explores the elegant efficiency of a model built on trust, partnerships,…

The Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) Prize Competition 2025 is now accepting applications from African entrepreneurs eager to scale their ventures and amplify their impact. This flagship initiative by the Jack Ma Foundation offers a transformative platform combining funding, mentorship, and global exposure. Why Apply? Grant Funding: A total of $1.5 million in grant funds is distributed among the top 10 finalists. The grand prize winner receives $300,000, the first and second runners-up receive $250,000 and $150,000 respectively, while the remaining seven finalists each receive $100,000. An additional $100,000 is allocated for global immersion training. Mentorship & Training: Finalists gain access…

Chioma Nnanna – Founder & CEO at MendPro [📸Author] In a world where speed, creativity, and productivity are non-negotiable, investing in the right tools isn’t a luxury — it’s a strategy. Founder & CEO at MendPro, Chioma Nnanna, shares powerful reasons she swears by her ChatGPT Plus subscription and why more of us need to rethink our reluctance to pay for digital tools: I pay ₦9,900/month for ChatGPT — and I think you should too.Here are two undeniable reasons why:1. You need to get in the habit of paying for software. Seriously.My fellow Nigerians, come closer.I know it’s not cultural…

Meekam K. Mgbenwelu Numeris Media are delighted to announce the appointment of Meekam K. Mgbenwelu as Editor-at-Large. Anne Agbakoba (Founder & CEO, Numeris Media) gives an insight into Meekam’s pedigree: With a distinguished background spanning technology, innovation, policy, and development, Meekam brings 20+ years of deep expertise and a unique lens to the entrepreneurial stories shaping Africa’s future. His career has bridged the worlds of inclusion, public policy, digital transformation, and knowledge economies—making him an ideal voice in our mission to spotlight African founders and the ecosystems that support them. In his new role, Meekam will contribute thought-provoking and solution-driven…

Backed by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, GITEX is making history by expanding its global footprint to Nigeria — spotlighting the country’s dynamic innovation scene and rapidly growing digital economy. For the first time ever, GITEX Nigeria 2025 will take place across two powerhouse cities — Abuja and Lagos — from 1 to 4 September.This landmark dual-city edition marks a major leap for West Africa’s tech ecosystem, connecting Nigeria’s policy capital, Abuja, with its commercial and startup heart, Lagos. What to expect: 1–2 September: Government Leadership & AI…