Category: Accelerator Programs

Are You an early-stage startup in Lagos? Apply for the Startup Launchpad Accelerator by Optimus Digital Future and The Nest Innovation Park to scale your startup by leveraging the power of Artificial Intelligence. The goal of the Startup Launchpad is to accelerate the growth and innovation of startups as well as developing new AI-powered solutions.…

Applications are open for the Transforming Nigerian Youths Program 2025. SARA BY WEMA, in collaboration with Enterprise Development Centre (EDC), and MasterCard Foundation proudly presents a transformative initiative aimed at equipping Nigerian youths, especially female entrepreneurs, with essential entrepreneurial and managerial skills. The Transforming Nigerian Youths Program offers comprehensive training and support to young Nigerian entrepreneurs,…

Are you passionate about helping young women achieve their personal development goals? Do you have the experience and knowledge to guide others through their transformation journey? Treasures Refuge is thrilled to announce that applications are now open for mentors to join Cohort 2 of our Personal Transformation Mentorship Program with Tinu Smith! This is a…

As an enterprising, motivated recent graduate or Master’s graduate, our two-year general graduate development programme provides you with the opportunity to contribute to Wellcome’s mission of improving health. During the programme, you will have the opportunity to work in a variety of Wellcome activities to gain general experience, or you may specialize in funding and…

Applications are now open for the 2024 Smartphone Photography Competition. The fifth SPC Smartphone Photography Competition invites you to share your thoughts and perspectives on the world through the lens of your mobile phone. They believe you can capture the world’s ultimate beauty in every way. Your world recording can begin at any time and…

A free, 3-month Fashion Design & Garment Production Training program is now open in Abuja, brought to you by the OSC Research & Creative Foundation, ACT Foundation, and Ishk Tolaram Foundation. Are you a Nigerian youth aged 18–35 with a passion for fashion? This is your opportunity to learn the essentials of fashion design, pattern…

Do you have a promising short film project? A compelling series concept? A film idea that focuses on local stories?Sèmè City Film Lab, created in collaboration with EbonyLife Media, is for you! This one-of-a-kind incubation program, supported by the World Bank, will help you take your idea from conception to production. Over 14 months, the…

Are you a qualified artisan in search of the next best opportunity to boost your early-stage business or looking to start one? Then the Allan Gray Makers StartUp Academy 2025 is just for you! The StartUp Academy is dedicated to nurturing entrepreneurial talent, providing aspiring business owners with the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to succeed…

Applications for the Impact Academy Global AI Safety Fellowship 2025 are now open. Impact Academy’s Global AI Safety Fellowship is a 3-6 month fully-funded research program for exceptional STEM talent to work with the world’s leading AI safety organisations on advancing the safe and beneficial development of AI. They will select Fellows from around the world for…

Is your startup working on nutrition-based solutions to help women stay physically and mentally fit throughout their adult lives? Apply to the Nestle R+D Accelerator Women’s Health Challenge 2025. They are looking to identify and market innovative nutrition-based solutions that help women with their physical and mental health. This includes needs for reproductive health, fertility,…

Calling all women-led beauty product businesses in Nigeria! Here is an opportunity to showcase & learn how to unlock new opportunities for your Small Business under the SheTrades Commonwealth+ initiative. The ITC SheTrades Commonwealth+ Programme, funded by the United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), aims to foster an enabling business ecosystem and improve the…

Applications are open for the Boost My Business Workshop. The Boost Your Business Workshop is a virtual program designed to provide women and youth-led micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with the skills and tools they need to scale, thrive, and drive long-term business growth. The Boost Your Business Workshop, brought to you by the…

The Stanbic IBTC Digital Skills Empowerment Program aims to provide free digital training, upskilling, and paid certifications to a select group of qualified Nigerian candidates. The Stanbic IBTC DiSEP Program is an intensive program that provides a unique opportunity for young people who are resourceful and passionate about developing the skills necessary to build a…

Applications for the Google Student Researcher Program 2025 are now open. The Student Researcher Program’s primary objective is to foster academic collaborations with students through research at Google. Join them for a paid Student Researcher position that offers the opportunity to work directly with Google research scientists and engineers on research projects. The Student Researcher Program offers…

The Vodacom Digital Skills Hub is aimed at equipping individuals with core digital skills essential for success in the modern workforce. Developed in collaboration with accredited organisations and subject matter experts, our comprehensive courses are meticulously tailored to address the dynamic demands of today’s digital economy. Developed in conjunction with AWS, Microsoft, Skillsoft and other collaborating…

Applications are open for the Women@Dior & UNESCO Mentorship Program 2025-2026. The Women@Dior & @UNESCO program provides a unique opportunity for young women to receive mentorship from a #DiorTalent. This experience is enriched by a community of like-minded women connected through local events and online platforms. Mentees gain access to a cutting-edge online education platform with…

Applications are open for the Burning Heroes Africa Product Managers Contest 2024. Burning Heroes PM Contest is a worldwide case-solving contest for ambitious product managers of any domain. Building upon the remarkable success of previous competitions, this case-solving competition is strategically designed to identify and nurture the next generation of product leaders on the continent while…

Are you an innovative leader committed to leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) to solve Africa’s challenges? Do you want to lead the conversation on AI and innovation in your community, while gaining access to a global network of change agents? Apply for the Global AI Council Africa Ambassador Program 2024. The Global AI Council Africa Ambassador Program…

GIZ/DTC Nigeria through the project managers Eco-Consult is excited to announce the commencement of the application process for the Independent Digitalisation Consultants Capacity Building Program. This program is offered under the “Support for the Digital Transformation of MSMEs in Nigeria through an Ecosystem Development Approach” initiative. The primary goal is to support the digital transformation…

Are you a woman in agriculture looking to expand your business, improve your financial management, get financial support, and gain access to new markets? The AGRA Value4Her Nigeria project, partnered with the African Management Institute (AMI), aims to support your growth. The AGRA-AMI collaboration aims to empower 3,000 women-led agribusinesses in Nigeria by providing them…

The Agri Innovation Hackathon aims to address challenges in agriculture—like low productivity, supply chain inefficiencies, and climate impact—through tech-driven solutions. This hackathon will bring together developers, agricultural experts, and entrepreneurs from Kaduna, Jigawa, Katsina, Kano, Zamfara, and Sokoto between ages 18-35. Participants will undergo agribusiness training, refine their solutions, pitch innovative ideas, and compete for…

Applications are now open for the 2025 NaijaCoder Summer Coding Program. The NaijaCoder summer camp is a free summer coding program for high school students in Nigeria. NaijaCoder offers free tutorials on algorithms and computer programming. The majority of Nigerian high school students have had little or no exposure to the fundamentals of algorithms and…

The Boost Your Business Workshop, brought to you by NerdzFactory Foundation, through the support of Access, is designed to engage and empower women and youth-led micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to thrive in a competitive market According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS, 2023), small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) contribute 48% of Nigeria’s…