Applications are now open for the Agribusiness Facility for Africa (ABF) e-Academy 2026, a fully funded programme designed to support young African agripreneurs in transforming innovative ideas into profitable and investment-ready businesses.
About the Programme
The ABF e-Academy offers a structured, free learning pathway aimed at equipping participants with the skills and tools needed to build climate-smart and sustainable agribusiness ventures.
Participants will go through a step-by-step training process covering:
- Business model development
- Climate adaptation strategies
- Investment readiness training
- Development of a comprehensive AgriCanvas (business plan)
The programme is implemented by the Agribusiness Facility for Africa (ABF) in collaboration with international development partners.
What You Stand to Gain
Top-performing participants with outstanding agribusiness ideas will receive:
- €2,000 grant funding
- Laptop or tablet support
- Expert mentorship and business advisory support
Winners are typically announced later in the year after a thorough evaluation process.
Programme Benefits
Participants will enjoy:
- Free access to high-quality agribusiness training
- Practical skills in business planning, pricing, and profitability
- Knowledge of climate-smart agriculture practices
- Certificates upon successful completion
- Opportunity to develop an investment-ready agribusiness idea
This programme is designed to significantly improve your chances of securing funding and scaling your agribusiness.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Reside in an OACPS member country (including most African countries)
- Have an agribusiness idea in one of the following areas:
- Cocoa
- Maize
- Cashew
- Livestock (cattle, sheep, goats)
Programme Structure
To qualify, applicants are required to:
- Register on the atingi learning platform
- Complete three mandatory courses:
- Business Model Canvas
- Climate-Smart Agribusiness
- Investment-Ready Agribusiness
- Develop an AgriCanvas (business plan)
- Submit their agribusiness idea through the official application form
Note: Only applicants who complete all required courses and provide a valid certificate ID will be considered.
How to Apply
To apply:
- Visit the official ABF funding page
- Register and complete the required courses
- Develop your AgriCanvas
- Submit your business idea
Apply here: https://www.agribusiness-facility.org/funding.html
