Unlocking Africa’s Agribusiness Potential: The Power of Youth & Mentorship.A significant portion of Africa’s youth remains excluded from economic opportunities, even as agribusiness offers a pathway to job creation, food security, and economic growth.To bridge this gap, FANRPAN and AGRA are championing a new initiative: structured mentorship sessions tailored for young entrepreneurs in agriculture.Through this program, seasoned mentors will share their journeys and practical strategies, providing youth with essential guidance and access to valuable networks. By supporting youth-led production, processing, and trade ventures, this initiative aims to foster inclusive and sustainable food systems across Africa.Empowering youth through mentorship isn’t just…
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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 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…
The African continent is experiencing robust economic momentum, as evidenced by the recent economic growth projections released by the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), which indicate highly favorable outcomes. 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝟭𝟬 𝗙𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮 🇿🇦🌍: 🥇 South Sudan 🇸🇸 a staggering +34.4% (this might refer to a specific, perhaps historical, rebound in oil production that may not be sustainable due to severe economic and humanitarian challenges)🥈 Senegal 🇸🇳 +8.6% fueled by the start of Oil & Gas production, significant infrastructure development, and continued strength in sectors like agriculture 🥉 Uganda 🇺🇬 +7.2% thanks to anticipated…
This is a call for young African entrepreneurs and innovators (age 18-35) who have launched businesses in Africa’s agrifood sector, to remember that the 7th Annual GoGettaz Africa Agripreneur Prize competition is ongoing, but with an application deadline on 10 June, 2025. Apply here! This year’s LIVE pitch competition for the Top-12 finalists will be held at the Africa Food Systems Forum (AFS Forum) to be hosted in Senegal August 31 – September 05 (details here). Most of you know I am one of the co-founders of the GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize and I understand from our prize management team that many…
Are you ready to scale up? Rwanda’s next big entrepreneurs start here. In Tourism, Hospitality, Agriculture, or Agribusiness? The Grow 2 Scale program by ESP and the Mastercard Foundation offers you more than growth — it’s your gateway to: • Tailored technical assistance• One-on-one coaching from industry experts• Access to market and investment opportunities• And a vibrant community of growth-focused entrepreneurs across Africa. Apply before May 31st, 2025 by clicking here: https://lnkd.in/erTY9GNB. Numeris Media is an official Media Partner to Connected Banking Summit & Innovation Excellence Awards 2025 – Southern Africa (May 21, 2025 | Johannesburg, South Africa)
Raising Star Africa are committed to building an inclusive future by empowering young entrepreneurs with disabilities — because when they thrive, they inspire a generation of children with disabilities to dream bigger and become changemakers in their own communities.Apply now for the This Ability Grant if you are a young entrepreneur with a disability, looking to grow your business and impact. Applicants must reside in Lagos – Nigeria. Raising Star Africa is dedicated to supporting your journey to success. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/dx2mS8GEDeadline: May 18, 2025 Numeris Media is an official Media Partner to Connected Banking Summit & Innovation Excellence Awards 2025 –…
Surayyah Ahmad – Founder, Sabou Capital Launched by Surayyah Ahmad, a seasoned entrepreneur and co-founder of two previous ventures, Sabou Capital is designed to support businesses in both English- and French-speaking countries, with a focus on Nigeria 🇳🇬 , Senegal 🇸🇳 , and Ivory Coast 🇨🇮 Sabou Capital positions itself as a “𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼-𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆” firm, supporting businesses that may not be tech companies in the traditional sense, but instead use technology to improve their operations and service delivery.Their objective is to close funding gaps for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in West and Central Africa, planning to invest between $𝟯𝟱𝟬,𝟬𝟬𝟬…
📢 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…