Flourish Africa, the initiative founded by Folorunso Alakija, has officially opened applications for Cohort 4 of its Business & Life Skills Programme. This cohort is part of a ₦1.3 billion grant scheme aimed at empowering female entrepreneurs across Nigeria with training, mentorship, and seed funding.
Key Details
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Application Deadline: 7 August 2025
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Programme Duration: Approximately 3–4 months, combining virtual sessions and a final in-person workshop in Lagos (for shortlisted participants)
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Target Group: Nigerian female entrepreneurs aged 18–50, operating registered MSMEs for at least one year with at least two staff members.
What the Programme Offers
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Business & Life Skills Training: Covering leadership, finance, marketing, legal compliance, HR, and more.
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Mentorship & Networking: Participants gain access to expert coaching and peer support within a dynamic community
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Seed Grants: Top-performing participants receive up to ₦3 million in grant funding to boost their business.
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Eligibility Criteria
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Female Nigerian citizen between the ages of 18–50
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Owner of a for-profit, CAC-registered business operating for ≥ 1 year
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Employs at least 2 people
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Able and committed to attend all virtual sessions and in-person training in Lagos (if shortlisted)
How to Apply
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Visit flourishafrica.com
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Complete the online application and upload the required documents
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Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email for the next stage
Why It Matters
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Supports 500+ women entrepreneurs annually, aiming for 2,500 businesses empowered between 2022–2026.
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Provides a unique blend of skills training and funding, helping participants scale sustainably
