Loans/Grants

Applications are now open for the AYuTe Africa Challenge Nigeria 2026, a programme designed to support youth-led agritech startups developing innovative solutions to transform agriculture in Nigeria. … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: AYuTe Africa Challenge Nigeria 2026 for Youth-Led Agritech Startups ($40,000 Prize)

Applications are currently open for the Graduate Agripreneur Programme (GAP), an initiative by the British American Tobacco Nigeria Foundation. The programme is designed to support young Nigerian graduates with innovative agribusiness ideas by providing funding, training, and mentorship. … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: BATN Foundation Graduate Agripreneur Programme (GAP) – Funding Up to ₦22 Million

Applications are now open for the 2026 Internship Programme by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), offering young professionals a chance to gain practical experience in global development and agriculture. … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: IFAD Internship Programme 2026

The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially opened applications for a nationwide upskilling programme aimed at empowering 10 million Nigerians with financial literacy and income-generating skills. … [Read more...] about Apply for FG Free Upskilling Programme for 10 Million Nigerian Youths

The National Council on Climate Change has officially opened applications for the Climate Youth Negotiators Programme (CYNP) 2026 Cohort, a strategic initiative designed to strengthen Nigeria’s presence in global climate negotiations. … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: NCCC Youth Climate Negotiators Programme 2026

StartHub Africa is now accepting applications for its Market Access Program 2026, a 12-month initiative supporting youth agro-processors in Uganda. … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: StartHub Africa Market Access Program 2026 (12-Month Support for Youth Agro-Processors)

The Mastercard Foundation Associates Program 2026 is now accepting applications! This flagship initiative offers young African graduates a 12-month paid internship across the continent, combining real-world work experience with professional development. … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Mastercard Foundation Associates Program 2026 (12-Month Paid Internship for Young Africans)

Applications are now open for the MSMEs Growth Pitch Challenge 2026, an exciting opportunity aimed at supporting Nigeria’s most promising local producers with funding, visibility, and business growth resources. … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Sundry Markets MSMEs Growth Pitch Challenge 2026 (₦10 Million in Grants)

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. … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Agribusiness Facility for Africa (ABF) e-Academy 2026 (Win €2,000, Mentorship & Laptop)

The One Acre Fund Future Leaders Program 2026 is now open for applications! This 12-month, full-time leadership development initiative is designed for high-potential professionals passionate about creating measurable social impact in agriculture and rural development across Africa. … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: One Acre Fund Future Leaders Program 2026 (12-Month Leadership Training)