[January 2024]
Are you an African company or startup looking to gain exposure and discover new opportunities? This is your chance to take your venture to the next level and showcase your potential to the world. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!
BCA African Business Book of the Year Award 2024
Deadline: 21 February 2024
The Business Council for Africa, in collaboration with Brand Communications and African Business magazine, proudly presents the second edition of the BCA African Business Book of the Year award…[more]
Call for Applications: TecHub Catalyst Program
Deadline: 15 January 2024
Hubiquitous invites all Tech Hubs to apply for the TecHub Catalyst Program which will run from February 2024 to June 2024 to empower the hubs for technological innovation, skill development, and entrepreneurial growth within their local ecosystems…[more]
Bridging Research and Innovation (BRAIN) Program
Deadline: 26 January 2024
If you’re running an African Deeptech startup with an MVP developed in the process, early traction, and a vision for impact, this is your call! Apply now for the BRAIN program…[more]
Call for Proposals: Advancing Civic Technology and Digital Engagement
Deadline: 31 January 2024
The Charter Project Africa, in collaboration with the African Union’s Economic, Social and Cultural Council (AU-ECOSOCC), is launching a call for proposals to advance civic technology and digital engagement across Africa, aiming to strengthen democratic governance and citizen participation in continental institutions…[more]
African Women Entrepreneurs Program-Reimagined Grant
Deadline: 21 January 2024
The United States African Development Foundation (USADF), in partnership with the United States Department of State Africa Bureau, invite applications for the 2024 African Women Entrepreneurs Program-Reimagined grant…[more]
Open call for “Création Africa” Initiative for Cultural Entrepreneurs
Deadline: 26 January 2024
Apply for Création Africa, a groundbreaking initiative by the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs, coordinated by the Embassy of France and the French Institute of South Africa (IFAS)…[more]
Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge – Africa
Deadline: 1 March 2024
Submissions are now open for the Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge…[more]
Africa: Nomfro Technologies’ Entrepreneurship Empowerment Project (4th Edition)
Deadline: 31 March 2024
The eagerly awaited fourth edition of NTEEP is set to provide another 500 startups with a golden opportunity to join a community of like-minded entrepreneurs…[more]
Open call for Powering Renewable Energy Opportunities (PREO) Programme
Deadline: 31 January 2024
Applications are now open for Powering Renewable Energy Opportunities (PREO) to support innovative Productive Uses of Renewable Energy (PURE) in sub-Saharan Africa…[more]
Energie AG Innovation Challenge – Apply Now!
Deadline: 16 January 2024
Are you running a startup and looking for a real challenge? The Energie AG Innovation Challenge is offering you the opportunity to tackle genuine problems in the industry that will help to operate more efficiently and shape a sustainable future…[more]
IgniteHER 1.0: Empowering Women for Success
Deadline: Ongoing
Are you ready to seize your moment and catapult your business to soaring heights? IgniteHER is your invitation to be part of something exceptional—a movement committed to empowering women entrepreneurs all across Africa…[more]
4th Global Gastronomy Tourism Startup Competition
Deadline: 6 June 2024
UNWTO in collaboration with Basque Culinary Center has launched the 4th Global Competition for Gastronomy Tourism Startups to identify challenges and projects, and catalyzing innovations that can transform the Gastronomy Tourism sector in the near future…[more]
FORBES AFRICA’s 30 Under 30 List (10th Edition)
Deadline: Ongoing
It’s that time of the year when anticipation gives way to excitement as FORBES AFRICA prepares to welcome and honor, yet again, the next cohort of young innovators, influencers and intellectuals taking the continent by storm…[more]
HummelNest Accelerator for Startups
Deadline: 31 January 2024
Applications are now open for the HummelNest Accelerator where everyone with the passion and drive will be supported individually to thrive and end up on the next level…[more]
Open Innovation Program – Apply Now!
Deadline: 29 January 2024
Join Open Innovation Program and embark on a journey where innovation takes flight, and your ideas find a thriving ecosystem for growth and success…[more]
Be a part of the Clean Energy Transition with Free Electrons Program (8th Edition)
Deadline: 31 January 2024
Submissions are now open for the Free Electrons, the world’s largest open innovation program focused on bringing disruptive energy innovations to life…[more]
Applications open for Archipelagos Program – Africa
Deadline: 30 June 2024
Apply for the Archipelagos Program, a multi-year international cooperation program developed by Cassa Depositi e Prestiti, the Italian Financial Institution for International Development Cooperation, with the support of the European Commission…[more]
Africa Blockchain Incubation Program
Deadline: 31 January 2024
Do you have a ground-breaking idea for using blockchain technology to solve a real-world problem? Are you passionate about driving positive change in your community through the power of decentralization? If so, Africa Blockchain Institute encourages you to apply to be a part of the program…[more]
CFPs: ATI Partnerships in Africa Trade and Investment in the Market Systems Activity
Deadline: 31 July 2024
Proposals are encouraged for the Africa Trade and Investment (ATI) Partnerships in Africa Trade and Investment in the Market Systems Activity…[more]
Apply now to be part of Digify Pro Online 2024 Cohort 4.0. in Kenya and Nigeria
Deadline: 21 January 2024
Applications are now open for the Digify Pro Online 2024 Cohort 4.0. in Kenya and Nigeria…[more]
Allan Gray Makers StartUp Academy Incubation Programme – South Africa
Deadline: 31 January 2024
Ready to level up your legacy? Break free from working for someone else and join the StartUp Academy to get the tools, training, and support to turn your skills into a thriving business…[more]
EdTech Fellowship Programme – Nigeria
Deadline: 17 February 2024
Join Co-Creation Hub as they are partnering with the Mastercard Foundation to shape the future of education through cutting-edge technology solutions…[more]
Notice of Funding Opportunity: DRL Promoting Free Expression in Angola
Deadline: 23 February 2024
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects that support free expression in Angola…[more]
Levy on Technical Devices Fund – Botswana
Deadline: 16 February 2024
Botswana citizens (natural and legal persons) are invited to apply for grants to fund projects that meet objectives of the LTDF…[more]
Call for Concept Notes: Inclusive Development of Sustainable Farming Systems – Uganda
Deadline: 28 January 2024
The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Kampala (EKN) intends to develop and finance a program for the Food Security portfolio of EKN, aiming at inclusive development of farming systems in several districts in Busoga and Lango regions. EKN therefore invites organizations interested to implement such a program, to submit a concept note…[more]