Deadline: 17 July 2025 The AWIEF Awards recognise and celebrate the remarkable achievements of women in entrepreneurship, leadership, and innovation. Since 2016, the AWIEF Awards have honoured and promoted excellence in women’s entrepreneurship and leadership across Africa. These prestigious … [Read more...] about Nominations open for AWIEF Awards 2025 (Africa)
Submissions open for Foundry Fellowship (Africa)
Deadline: 6 July 2025 Entries are now open for the Foundry Fellowship, an eight-month, transformative experience for accomplished entrepreneurs committed to leading the acceleration and interconnection of Africa’s innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystems. The fellowship is designed for … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Foundry Fellowship (Africa)
NSRCEL announces Women Startup Program (India)
Deadline: 9 July 2025 NSRCEL is seeking applications for its Women Startup Program at IIM Bangalore to support ambitious and innovative women entrepreneurs by enabling them to transform their ideas into business ventures. The program is designed to focus on the enhancement of the … [Read more...] about NSRCEL announces Women Startup Program (India)
Apply for Bindzu Youth Fund (South Africa)
Deadline: 30 June 2025 Got a business with big dreams and bold hustle? Apply for the Bindzu Youth Fund and supercharge your journey as an entrepreneur. What is the Bindzu Youth Fund? Bindzu is a multi-stage business development initiative designed to equip young entrepreneurs, across … [Read more...] about Apply for Bindzu Youth Fund (South Africa)
Submit Applications for Irish Tech Challenge 2025 (South Africa)
Deadline: 4 July 2025 Join the Irish Tech Challenge South Africa 2025 and seize the opportunity to change the tech landscape while making a global impact. Aims To provide seven high-potential entrepreneurs who are ready to expand their company and operations globally, with access to … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Irish Tech Challenge 2025 (South Africa)
Silulo Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme (South Africa)
Deadline: 30 June 2025 Are you an entrepreneur based in the Western Cape, ready to grow your business and make a real impact in your community? Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your hustle, the Silulo Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme is here to support your … [Read more...] about Silulo Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme (South Africa)
10th UCLG ASPAC Congress – Startup Pitching Competition (Asia Pacific)
Deadline: 8 August 2025 The United Cities and Local Governments Asia Pacific (UCLG ASPAC) is proud to launch the Startup Pitching Competition — a dynamic platform to spotlight startups that are transforming urban futures through innovation. The competition invites early-stage and … [Read more...] about 10th UCLG ASPAC Congress – Startup Pitching Competition (Asia Pacific)
Submit Applications for WeXchange 2025 Women STEMpreneurs Competition
Deadline: 9 July 2025 WeXchange 2025 Women STEMpreneurs Competition seeks to identify the most innovative and dynamic STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) women entrepreneurs in Latin America and the Caribbean to connect them with potential funding … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for WeXchange 2025 Women STEMpreneurs Competition
Request for Applications: Timbuktoo Creative Ideation Programme
Deadline: 27 June 2025 The Timbuktoo Creatives Ideation Programme is designed to transform promising creative ideas into investable, sustainable ventures. Targeting early-stage founders from across Africa's creative industries, the programme provides structure to validate concepts, build … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Timbuktoo Creative Ideation Programme
Call for Applications: Kickstart Entrepreneurship Programme (Nigeria)
Deadline: 20 June 2025 Applications are now open for the Kickstart Entrepreneurship Programme, which supports youth-owned businesses by providing training, access to capital (grants), and mentorship. Kickstart is an initiative of the International Breweries Foundation with a focus on … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Kickstart Entrepreneurship Programme (Nigeria)
