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The Canterbury Christ Church University England, UK offers up to £1500 scholarship for International students including Nigerians. We also provide maximum support for applicants across the globe, and the application is 100% FREE.

If you have interest, please email the in-country rep on; Taiwoayobami.savage@gus.global or call: 08023871463

TechEmerge Temperature-Controlled Logistics is calling for innovators all over the world.

This is a program organised by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Kobo 360 to accelerate sustainable cooling solutions for temperature-controlled logistics that can help emerging markets across Africa reduce food waste, support the health sector, and reduce energy consumption.

In the program, innovators around the world are matched with top companies in Nigeria to pilot and scale sustainable cooling tech for temperature-controlled logistics.

When you apply, and scale through, you can access $1 million in funding to support your pilot projects, as well as other benefits.

Can You Apply?
Yes. IFC is seeking innovations, including homegrown Nigerian solutions that are clean, sustainable, resource-efficient, and scalable. These innovations must be applicable to leading local companies. This includes;

Transport/Logistics companies
Truck Owners
Insulated Container/Refrigeration Unit providers
Innovations for TCL Buyers
If you fit in, you can apply. Thereafter, you will be invited for matchmaking with local adopters to pilot your technology, product, or service and commercialize it in Nigeria, and Africa more broadly.

You can the selection criteria and how to apply here; https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/techemerge-temperature-controlle-logistics/

Are you an Designer/fashion entrepreneur?

The African Development Bank is receiving application for the First Fashionomics Africa Contest. It is open to all Africans with innovations in the fashion industry.

If you participate and submit sustainable design, you stand a chance to win up to $2,000 and other mouth watering prizes.

Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you must meet these criteria;

Be an African designer over 18 years old living in Africa with proof of age available on request.
Must have launched a fashion business and operate in the textile (fabric making), apparel (clothing), or accessories industry.
Recently launched business (with a maximum of 50 employees) with proof of business registration available on request.

The submission closes on December 31, 2020. If you find interest, apply now using this link; https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/fashionomics-africa-contest/

The 2021 MIT Water Innovation Prize is a startup competition that is focused on water innovation. It award innovation grants annually to student-led teams from across the country and internationally.
MIT Water Innovation Prize is a multi-stage business plan competition for student-led entrepreneurial teams to compete for $35,000 in prize money.
It started in 2015, and since then, it awarded $100K to 12 winning teams.

For the Innovation Prize,
The entry must involve a technology, product, service, or process aimed at solving a problem related to the world’s water challenges. The water space has numerous opportunities and challenges to solve relating to policy, technology, data sensing, analytics, implementation, financing, end-to-end solutions, etc. MIT encourages diverse and creative submissions.
Do you have interest in this program? Read more on how to apply here[https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/2021-mit-water-innovation-prize/].

An application for the accelerator program for purpose-driven female startup founders in Nigeria is now open.

It is an initiative from the Nigeria Digital Economy Summit (NDES) and the Foresight Seeds Fund for Nigerian women with ideas that has the potential of scaling into a leading startup. The aim is to ensure the inclusion of more women in the Nigerian Tech Ecosystem where a more gender-balanced ecosystem is more likely to thrive.

If you participate, you will receive funding, coaching, and mentoring support to bring your innovative ideas to full implementation. Do you know women who fit in? Tell them to apply now.

You can read more on the process here; https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/accelerator-program/

Are you a woman with keen interest in Operations?

McKinsey and Company is receiving application for the 2021 Women’s Global Operations Summit. This is a program presenting women leaders with an opportunity to broaden their horizons and meet with like-minds around the world.

The program is for you if you
Have a passion for operations,
Actively seek ways to maximize your own potential
Enjoy problem solving and creative thinking
Thrive in a team environment
Want to use your talents to make positive changes

There are several benefits attached to attending the summit. So, if you find interest, read more on how to apply here; https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/womens-global-operations-summit/

Are you a young entrepreneur in the agri-food business?

The Nourishing Africa is receiving applications for the 2021 Entrepreneur Support Program. This is a program for young Nigerian entrepreneurs who are rebuilding and strengthening the agri-food business. If you fit in, apply to receive N3,5000,000 to build your business.

Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, you must fulfill this criteria;

Be a Nigerian citizen between the age of 20 -40
You own and run a food or agriculture business in Abia, Anambra, Delta, Edo, FCT, Kaduna, Kano, Lagos, Ogun, Osun, Or Oyo State
You are available and ready to participate in the full program.

Do you have interest? Apply here using this link; https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/2021-entrepreneur-support-program/

The Global Air Drone Academy in partnership with the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) with the support of the U.S Consulate General, Lagos, is calling for application for the 2021 Nigerian Drone Business Competition (NDBC).

This is a program open to Nigeria-based youths in the early stages of their technology development to nurture their entrepreneurial skills.

The program will be a virtual business competition and will hold between 25th – 29th January 2021. If you are know any young person who needs training on drone engineering, entrepreneurship, and support to launch their business, tell them to apply.

The criteria include;
You are between 16 and 30 years old.
You are a citizen and a resident of Nigeria.
If selected as a finalist; you must be able to participate in a 5-Day virtual Training (2hrs per day)
If selected as a winner; you must be willing to participate in GADA’s business accelerator program.

The deadline for application is December 31, 2021, at 11:59 pm. Read more to find out how to apply here: https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/2021-nigerian-drone-business-competition/

The Motorola Solution Foundation 2021 Grant Program is open to people across the globe, and for organisations who are creating safer cities and thriving communities. The program seeks to benefit the communities where Motorola Solution operates by making strategic grants available, forging strong community partnerships, and fostering innovation.

The grant program has three primary areas of focus;

Technology and engineering education: It will engage students in innovative, hands-on activities, such as coding, programming, computer science, and robotics to prepare the next generation of innovators.

Public safety education: Providing resources to first responders and the communities they serve and supporting fallen first responders’ families; Investing in key policing initiatives – specifically preparing youth for public safety careers, conducting school safety training, supporting mental wellness, and providing leadership training for women and people of color.

Blended programs: There will be programs that combine both technology and engineering education and public safety education.

Deadline is February 1, 2021. Read more to on how to apply; https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/motorola-solution-foundation-2021/

Horizon Legacy is calling for Everyone including entrepreneurs to apply for the Marco Polo 100 Digital Build Challenge. An open innovation challenge created with the aim of achieving the mission to build affordable housing using new construction technologies and processes.

Horizon is looking for passionate individuals around the world who have innovative solutions that can help them bring their vision to life. Horizon wants your ideas and will partner with you to realize them. Also, they will provide land, technical expertise, and funding to actualize and build the chosen concepts. At the end of the journey, the goal is to have several completed buildings that are operational and places where people can call their homes.

Do you have ideas on how to revolutionise the construction industry? Apply

There are mouth watering prizes and benefits for winning teams in the different stages of the challenge. Apply now.
Read more here; https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/marco-polo-100/

Are you an aspiring young leader seeking an opportunity to solve problems, think differently and hone your career skills?

The Bridge Program 2021 cohort is now open to the brightest young minds across Nigeria to join a network of leaders and entrepreneurs.

There will be 50 finalists who will go through the phases of development into becoming Bridge Fellows at an organized induction and career fair.
Also, you will have access to Bridge’s network of young innovative minds spread across the world from Lagos to San Francisco. Receive professional mentorship that will support career decisions and growth trajectory. Also, as a Fellow, you will have access to a network of professionals across diverse fields who provide internship opportunities, seed funding, and employment opportunities.

Eligibility Criteria
Be a current university student (exceptions are made for outstanding post-secondary school students)
Have, at least, 2 years left in your tertiary education studies
Be available to attend a residential Bootcamp in Lagos next summer
Have demonstrated a keen interest in their personal growth and that of your community
Show a tendency of leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurial thinking.

The deadline for application is December 15, 2020. To apply click here[https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/the-bridge-program-2021/][/url] to read more

Yes. you are right. Age shouldn't be a barrier to benefit from some of these business opportunities when at the long turn, the whole purpose is geared towards the economic good of the whole country.

LikeAking:
The time when most men start there ministry (Find their path and talents), its when they are above 30.
Jesus started his ministry (His life purpose on earth) at 31, yet some daft CEO's/business men in Nigeria choose to sideline men who are ready to change the world because of their age bias.

No wonder Nigerian business keep dying. The main problem is the age recruitment thing.

They should Keep dulling.

Do you wish to commit your talent to build a better world and be a future leader? Rise Global Talent Program is open to application from young people between the age of 15 to 17.

Rise Global finds young people who need opportunity and supports them for life as long as they use their talents to serve others.

If you become one of the Rise Global Winners, you will receive access to need-based financial support for university and internships; a technology package and free online courses. You will attend a fully-funded residential summit to explore leadership, service, and your future career path. As you enter the workforce, you’ll receive mentorship and career services to further your service to others.

And, if your work benefits your community, you’ll be able to apply for funding to scale up your impact.

There are many more life-time benefits attached to this program.
So, do you know any young person between the age of 15 to 17, tell them to apply. [https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/rise-global-talent-program/]Read more[https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/rise-global-talent-program/]

The Deji Alli ARM Young Talent Award – DAAYTA 2021 is recieving applications from Nigerian Youths. It is looking for youths with ideas related to Agriculture, Education, Healthcare, Housing, and Transportation.
The winner of shall receive funding of N12,000,000 (twelve million Naira) over a period of one (1) year.

The aim is to build the next generation of innovators. So, if you want to build an innovative start-up venture that brings economic value, apply to participate in the DAAYTA 2021.

The Criteria include

Be a citizen of Nigeria
Be between 18 and 30 years of age.
Submit your application which must be your original work
Have an MVP (minimum viable product) i.e. you have customers.
Be able to fund your team travel expenses and other associated costs if required.
Be available (with co-founders/team where they exist) for the 2-day Pitch Workshop and Final Pitch Event scheduled for March & April 2021
You should understand the business of ARM, what they stand for; and
Be ready to represent ARM as an Ambassador

Deadline is December 7, and if you find interest, apply using this link; https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/daayta-2021/

Are you in need of a one-time grant to scale up your business?

TiimAfrica and the Federal Ministry of Youths and Sports Development under Project Grow 100 is giving $5,000 grant to eligible applicants.

Criteria include;
You must be between the age of 25 – 35 years old
Be a Nigerian
Have been running business within Nigeria
Your business must have at least six (6) months financial record.

The application process is online and you can find out more here; https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/project-grow-100/

The Lagos State Government has started recruiting eligible and interested candidates for Batches 4, 5, and 6 of the Lagos Agripreneurship Programme (LAP). A program inline with the Agriculture-based Youth Empowerment Scheme (Agric-YES).

The program is in furtherance of the State Government’s objective of training no fewer than 15,000 youths and women in various agricultural value chains by the year 2023. It is going to be a one-month training exercise; aimed at improving capacity, creating wealth, and employment in the agricultural value chains – poultry, piggery, aquaculture, and vegetables.

Eligibility;

Men between the ages of 18 and 35 years and women between the ages of 18 and 55 years
You must have a passion for agriculture.
Have a minimum of Senior Secondary School Certificate
Have good physical and health condition

Pick a form at any of the following location;
The Agricultural Training Institute, Araga, Epe;
Lagos State Agricultural Development Authority, Oko Oba, Agege;
Lagos Agricultural Inputs Supply Authority, Odogunyan, Ikorodu;
Coconut House, Mowo, Badagry and
Ministry of Agriculture Area Office, Ajah, Eti-Osa

Deadline to pick form is; December 8, 2020.

To read more on how to apply; click here; https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/lagos-agripreneurship-programme/

Women’s Economic Empowerment Accelerator 2021, a GSBI Online Accelerator of the Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship is open to application.

This is a program for social enterprises, taking a 360-degree approach to supporting women. The initiative is majorly supporting social enterprises with women as leaders, employees, customers/users/beneficiaries, and value chain contributors.

The program has a proven curriculum that has helped over 1,000 social enterprises attain operational excellence and prepare for investment.

Also, Mentors who can act as your trusted advisors in innovation and entreprenueurship.

And it is entirely FREE

Deadline is December 1, 2020

Learn More on how to apply here; https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/womens-economic-empowerment-accelerator-2021/

https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/womens-economic-empowerment-accelerator-2021/

The Innovation for Sustainable Development Awards is open to nomination and application from people with innovations that support the advancement of the SDGs.

The award recognizes and celebrates the contributions that innovators in the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors are making in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals in Commonwealth countries.

If you fit into this category or know someone who does, apply or nominate.

Prize - Trophy, certificate, prize of £3,000

Learn more here: https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/sustainable-development-awards-2021/

2021 Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship On Entrepreneurship is now open to Students and recent Graduates in Africa who wants to bring their entrepreneurial ideas to life.

This initiative will you the confidence, resources, knowledge, network, and financial support to build a startup with an impact.

Among others, you will also have
Best-in-class training
Global Visibility And Network
Mentorship
Financial stipend of £500 CAD

If you are an African student or recent graduate interested in business, don't sleep on this, read more here:

https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/fellowship-on-entrepreneurship-2021/

The annual Forbes 30 Under 30 nomination is now open to young leaders and innovators changing the world.

And Guess what? You can Nominate yourself or someone else to be on the list.

In this tenth edition, Forbes is looking for the best and boldest young leaders, creators, and thinkers to join in the Forbes 30 Under 30 list.

Nominations are open to Founders, Funders, Philanthropists, Foodies, Filmmakers, Fashionistas and other young innovators changing the world.
Criteria: Nominees must be 29 or younger on December 31, 2020.

Do you dream of being on Forbes 30 Under 30 list, and you fit in, now is the time.

Read more here; https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/forbes-30-under-30-nomination/

The Forbes Ignite Impact Fellowship 2020 is calling for changemakers in the healthcare and AI fields across the globe.

Altogther, thirty changemakers will be chosen, fifteen will be from The Middle East and the other fifteen for other women across the globe.

When you participate, you’ll enhance your;

Skills: Changemakers in AI & Healthcare learning from each other
Strategic Thinking: Making and communicating business cases.
Mastery of Complexity: Navigating complex adaptive systems.
Innovative Vision: Systemically uncovering possibilities
Creative Leadership: Turning uncertainty into opportunities.

The deadline for application is November 16.

So, click now to read more on how to apply immediatly: https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/forbes-ignite-impact-fellowship-2020/

Connect Lab is now receiving applications for the Women In Business Growth Lab.

It is a 3-month program for women-led startups with the aim to stimulate businesses into profitable enterprises and to accelerate gender equality in the Africa tech-ecosystem.

By applying, some of the benefits you'll get include;
Access to connect Lab network of partners and community
Access to investors and funding via Deal Days
Hands-on business and administrative support
Office space
And, access to industry via mentorship

So, if you are a female entrepeneur or know any one that can benefit from it, tell them to apply.
You can also read more here; https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/women-in-business-growth-lab/

ZeroToOne is calling for application for the High Impact Leaders Fellowship 2020 program

This opportunity is open to young Africans who wants to hone their skills to become business leaders or if you want to learn the prerequisite skills and knowledge to reach the peak of your career.

It is a 6-week online experiential learning program with access to opportunities for professional development through personal mentoring, clarity and resume development sessions, direct access to global network, and sparkling professional recommendations (the kind that gets people opportunities).
To apply, you must be a youth within the age of 16 to 30
Must be an undergraduate or a recent graduate, understand and speak English
Be smart, self-motivated, and innovative

Read more here: https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/zerotoone-high-impact-leaders-fellowship-2020/

Do you have ideas for creating technology solutions for enhanced climate action, this is the time to make a difference in your society.

The Climate Innovation Labs is offering a two three-day online events, one in Africa and another one in the Asia Pacific. In the program, you will have a chance to work side-by-side with climate technology experts from small and medium-sized enterprises. Also, you will explore innovative design thinking tools, flexing your entrepreneurial muscle, and creating solutions for enhanced climate action.

Climate Innovation Labs 2020 is offering you this opportunity.

Click now to read more on how to apply; https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/climate-innovation-labs-2020/

Are you a social entrepreneur passionate about developing skills, social justice and progess of the African continent?
Are you between the age of 18-45

You can apply to the Social Innovators Bootcamp 2020 where you will enjoy;
In-depth training on the challenges and strategies required to run a thriving organisation.
Capacity building
Networking
Professional support
Join an exclusive network and receive post-fellowship support
Funding opportunity

and many more.

The deadline for application is November 1, 2020.
Read more here; https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/social-innovators-bootcamp-2020/

Because International is receiving application for Pursuit Incubator Spring 2020 Cohort.

This is an opportunity for entrepreneurs with socially innovative products.

If you have an idea for a product that can make a difference in the lives of those around you, you can apply to the pursuit incubator spring 2020 to get the idea offground and other necessary support.

Here is a link to read more; https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/pursuit-incubator-spring-2020/

Apply for the World Bank Blog4Dev 2021 for Young Africans.

Do you have solution to common challenges in this post pandemic on how young people can work with the government for more development? World bank is organising an essay competition for youths age 18-28.

Topic: How can young people work with their governments and civil society organizations to respond to the impact of COVID-19 and build a stronger post-pandemic economic and social system?

Juicy prizes for winners!

Deadline for submission is Nov. 30, 2020.

Learn more about selection criteria; https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/blog4dev-2021/

Just click on the link and read. You can get the link to aggregrators page in your state.

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good how and where can we register

The Federal Government of Nigeria and the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) is organizing a free business name Registration for 250,000 Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Nigeria, as a form of business formalization support of the MSME Survival Fund.

There are aggregators to call and the requirements for registration include;
Three (3) Proposed Names
Two (2) Passport sized photographs
Valid Means of Identification
Phone Number/Email address.

Read more here; https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/fg-cac-free-business-names-registration/

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Apply for the ongoing UNDP Ocean Innovation Challenge 2020 if you haven’t. This is a call for innovation by the United Nations Development in fulfilling SDG 14; conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development.

The Ocean Challenge is in series, and it’s available for participation by different bodies. It is coming at a time when the world’s oceans and seas face unprecedented pressures. Therefore, the UN is using this as a way to shine a light on innovative, entrepreneurial and creative approaches that can advance ocean, and coastal restoration and protection.

The window for the first call is open till March 5, 2020. It is open to entrepreneurs with creative ideas to help solve ocean challenges. It’s also open to scalable solutions that help maintain marine ecosystems, and support marine life.
Read more here; https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/undp-ocean-innovation-challenge-2020-is-ongoing-apply-now/

I wonder how the law came about to.

But you can also state your thought on the ban here.

https://www.entrepreneurs.ng/lagos-state-government-ban-on-motorcycles/

I just did too.