GITEX Africa 2025 – the largest tech and startup event on the continent – isn’t just about innovation and networking—it’s your gateway to the magic of Marrakech! Beyond the conference halls, this vibrant city invites you to explore a world of history, culture, and sensory delights. Marrakesh is certainly Morocco’s city with the strongest character. Its Medina is the beating heart of the city, a UNESCO-listed maze of narrow alleyways, bustling markets, and centuries-old architecture that transports you to another era. Enclosed within its ancient red walls, the Medina is a sensory spectacle where tradition and daily life collide in…
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[📸stanford.edu] Calling entrepreneurs in Africa, Indonesia, and South Asia: applications to the 2026 Seed Transformation Programme are now open!The programme seeks high-potential CEOs/ Founders of established companies, with annual revenues between USD $300k and $15M, who are motivated to grow their businesses.The Seed Transformation Program is a business leadership program unlike any other. It is for daring and determined CEOs and Founders who want to increase revenue and scale exponentially. This powerful 10-month program, led by Stanford University Graduate School of Business faculty and seasoned advisors, works with you and your management team in both in-person and online formats. You…
Halal Expo is the largest commercial and cultural gathering for the halal market in West Africa! For two days, entrepreneurs, brands, experts, and consumers will come together to explore the latest trends and innovations in gastronomy, fashion, Islamic finance, and education.🎯 Why Attend?✅ Discover and shop 100% halal products & services✅ Engage with leading brands and startups in the sector✅ Take advantage of exclusive offers and live demonstrations✅ Create networking and collaboration opportunities📌 EVENT PROGRAM🛍 RAMADAN MARKET (Saturday & Sunday, from 09:00 AM to 08:00 PM)🔹 Gastronomy & Gourmet 🍱 – Organic products, healthy food, and traditional dishes🔹 Fashion &…
AGRA are thrilled to announce that the nomination process for the 2025 Africa Food Prize is currently open!This prestigious award celebrates outstanding individuals and organisations transforming Africa’s agriculture and food systems – and presents an opportunity to recognise and support the innovators driving sustainable growth and food security across the continent. Nominees should exemplify excellence in areas such as food security, sustainability, and economic development within African farming communities. The deadline for nominations is June 30, 2025. The announcement of the laureate is scheduled to take place during the Africa Food Systems Forum, set for September 2025. This forum serves…
Executive Direcor (MIT Solve) – Hala Hanna [📸MIT 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…
The Tony Elumelu Foundation team (L-R): Somachi Chris Asoluka (CEO), Tony O. Elumelu (Founder & Chairman) [📸 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. [📸 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…
📢 Calling all African fintech innovators!🚀Applications 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 Foundation’s mission to elevate innovations and inspire action toward alleviating global hunger. Key Highlights Global Call for Startups: Open to startups worldwide, with a special emphasis on innovation and sustainability Live Pitch Event: Finalists will showcase their AgTech solutions during the 2025 Borlaug Dialogue Top Prize: 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 [📸Author] Tony O. Elumelu is renown for his significant contributions to Africa’s 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…