The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) is now accepting applications for its 2025 Entrepreneurship Programme, dedicated to empowering African entrepreneurs across all 54 countries on the continent.
Programme Benefits:
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Seed Capital: Successful applicants will receive a non-refundable grant of $5,000 to support their business ventures.
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Training: Participants will undergo 12 weeks of intensive online business management training, equipping them with the necessary skills to run successful enterprises.
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Mentorship: Access to world-class mentors who will provide guidance and support throughout the entrepreneurial journey.
Eligibility Criteria:
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Open to entrepreneurs from all African countries with innovative business ideas or existing businesses not older than five years.
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Applicants must be at least 18 years old and legal residents or citizens of African countries.
Application Process:
- Applications are to be submitted online through the TEFConnect platform.
- The application process is free; no fees are required at any stage.
Application Deadline:
- The deadline for submissions is March 1, 2025.
Since its inception in 2015, TEF has funded 20,000 young African entrepreneurs, providing non-returnable seed capital of $5,000 each, totalling $102 million in direct support to grow African start-ups.
For more information and to apply, visit the official TEF website:
