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The SheAscends Program 2026 is now open to women entrepreneurs based in Lagos, Nigeria, who are ready to scale revenue-generating businesses. The programme is a women-focused accelerator designed to support growth-stage founders by improving access to finance, strengthening investment readiness, and expanding the impact of women-led enterprises. SheAscends combines practical mentorship, targeted business training, and ecosystem access to help female founders overcome growth barriers. Through a mix of virtual and in-person sessions, participants gain hands-on knowledge from industry experts while building long-term connections with other women entrepreneurs and key stakeholders in the Nigerian startup ecosystem. The 2026 edition continues its…
The Milken-Penn GSE Education Business Plan Competition 2026 is now open to education entrepreneurs from Nigeria, Africa, and around the world. Recognized as one of the leading global competitions in education innovation, the programme supports ventures that are transforming teaching and learning through scalable and impactful solutions. Organised by the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education in partnership with the Milken Family Foundation, the competition provides funding, mentorship, and access to a global network of education leaders and investors. Since its launch, the initiative has awarded over $2 million to education-focused ventures addressing real-world challenges across different learning environments.…
The Hutchins Center for African & African American Research at Harvard University is now accepting applications for the Black Film Project Fellowship for the 2026–2027 academic year. This prestigious fellowship supports established and emerging Black filmmakers whose work explores the Black experience in Africa, the United States, and across the global diaspora. The fellowship is designed to give filmmakers the time, resources, and intellectual environment needed to develop ambitious fiction or documentary film projects. Fellows The fellowship is designed to give filmmakers the time, resources, and intellectual environment needed to develop ambitious fiction or documentary film projects. Fellows become part…
The Prosperis Graduate Trainee Programme 2026 is an early-career opportunity designed for talented Nigerian graduates seeking practical workplace exposure and long-term career development. The programme allows selected candidates to gain hands-on experience within a professional and innovative work environment while building skills that are relevant to today’s job market. The graduate trainee scheme is open to applicants across Nigeria and will be implemented in major business locations including Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt. Successful candidates will work closely with experienced professionals, learn industry-specific processes, and develop competencies that enhance employability and career growth. Eligibility CriteriaTo qualify for the Prosperis Graduate…
The DAWN Rising Fellowship 2026 is a competitive opportunity for young women feminists from the Global South whose work advances feminist insight, visibility, and action in settings affected by conflict and crisis. Organized by Development Alternatives with Women for a New Era (DAWN), this fellowship focuses on the political economy of gender-based violence and conflict to support innovative research, advocacy, mobilisation, resistance initiatives, or creative expression that deepens understanding of how violence and conflict shape women’s lives and power relations. This programme builds on the success of its inaugural cycle and is aimed at emerging feminist leaders who want to contribute…
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), through its UN SDG Action Campaign, is seeking a Communications Specialist (IPSA-11) to lead strategic communications and digital advocacy efforts. Based in Bonn, Germany, this full-time position plays a central role in shaping how the Campaign engages global audiences to accelerate action on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The UN SDG Action Campaign mobilizes people worldwide to participate in achieving the 17 SDGs through storytelling, digital engagement, and large-scale advocacy initiatives. The Communications Specialist will help transform complex policy frameworks into human-centred narratives, ensuring the Campaign’s messages inspire action and inclusivity across diverse communities.…
IMPACT Kenya is inviting applications for the position of Project Accountant for the Women’s Economic Empowerment and Resilience in Pastoralist Communities (WEE-RESP+) project. Based in Nanyuki, Kenya, with extensive travel across Laikipia, Samburu, Isiolo, and Marsabit counties, this role ensures strong financial governance, compliance, and transparency in a complex, multi-county development program. The WEE-RESP+ project focuses on revitalizing the goat milk value chain and empowering pastoralist women through cooperative-led economic initiatives. By integrating economic, social, environmental, and institutional solutions, the project enhances women’s leadership, entrepreneurship, and resilience while promoting sustainable livelihoods and climate-adaptive practices. Eligibility Benefits Key Responsibilities Application Steps…
The MCI-Herman Mashaba Scholarship 2026 offers an exciting opportunity for African students passionate about entrepreneurship, society, and good governance. Initiated by South African entrepreneur and statesman Herman Mashaba in partnership with MCI | The Entrepreneurial School® in Innsbruck, Austria, the scholarship supports students in their first year of a master’s program. The program aims to foster personal and professional growth while equipping students with the knowledge and skills to make a meaningful impact in business, governance, and society. Scholarships may be extended beyond the first year based on academic performance and engagement. Eligible Programs Master’s Programs Executive Programs Eligibility Criteria…
The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) is inviting applications for its 2026/2027 Overseas Postgraduate Scholarship for Masters and PhD programs. This prestigious scholarship aims to build local expertise and advance Nigeria’s oil and gas sector by providing scholars with world-class education and research opportunities at selected international partner universities. For 2026/2027, the scholarship covers postgraduate studies at approved institutions in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Malaysia. The program provides access to advanced academic resources, research facilities, and global exposure to prepare scholars for impactful careers in the energy and petroleum industry. PhD applicants for the UK are expected to…
The DOT Rwanda Youth Leadership Program 2026-2027 is an exciting initiative for young leaders passionate about digital inclusion, entrepreneurship, and community development. Implemented by DOT Rwanda under the Digital Skills for Employability (DSE) program and supported by the Mastercard Foundation, this program empowers youth to become changemakers in Rwanda’s digital economy. Participants will gain leadership, digital, and entrepreneurial skills while supporting local businesses and communities. The program prioritizes young women, rural youth, persons with disabilities, and refugees, helping them access training, mentorship, and networks needed to thrive in Rwanda’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must meet the following…