Deadline: 31 May 2025 Submissions are now open for the Startups-in-Residence Program (STIR8) to support early-stage, high-potential startups with hands-on mentorship, structured learning, workspace access, and a vibrant community of fellow founders. Over an exciting 6-month journey, STIR8 … [Read more...] about Applications open for Startups-in-Residence Program (Palestine)
National PayExpo Innovation Challenge (Nigeria)
Deadline: 23 May 2025 Join the National PayExpo Start-up Innovation Challenge and stand a chance to win cash prizes. Funding Information 1st Prize – ₦1,000,000 2nd Prize – ₦750,000 3rd Prize – ₦500,000 Top 3 winners will receive cash awards and Accelerator Program … [Read more...] about National PayExpo Innovation Challenge (Nigeria)
Apply for Microsoft SMME Capacity Building Programme (South Africa)
Deadline: 28 May 2025 Is your business ready to scale through technology? If yes, then apply for the Microsoft SMME Capacity Building Programme. The SMME Capacity Building Programme (SCBP) is a twelve (12) month programme that supports businesses with relevant skills and knowledge to grow … [Read more...] about Apply for Microsoft SMME Capacity Building Programme (South Africa)
CFAs: Women Entrepreneurship Development Programme (South Africa)
Deadline: 23 May 2025 The African Bank Women Entrepreneurship Development Programme is now open for applications to empower female-owned SMMES by equipping them with the skills and tools needed to participate in Africa's mainstream economy, contribute to job creation, and integrate into various … [Read more...] about CFAs: Women Entrepreneurship Development Programme (South Africa)
Submissions open for IEA Hydrogen TCP Awards of Excellence
Deadline: 26 May 2025 The IEA Hydrogen TCP launched the Awards of Excellence competition to recognize excellence in international collaboration in research, development, and application of hydrogen technologies. The IEA Hydrogen TCP Awards of Excellence seeks to promote innovation in … [Read more...] about Submissions open for IEA Hydrogen TCP Awards of Excellence
Open Call for Applications: TikTok Small Biz Fest (US)
Deadline: 31 May 2025 Ready to take your business to the next level? Apply for your chance to be one of the 500 small businesses selected to receive $2,000 in TikTok Ad Credits and one-on-one onboarding support to supercharge your business during Small Biz Fest. Benefits Each winning … [Read more...] about Open Call for Applications: TikTok Small Biz Fest (US)
Open Call: UII Incubation Program 2025 (Vietnam)
Deadline: 9 June 2025 Do you have an ambitious idea, a product in the making, but are still struggling to find the right path? If yes, then apply for the UII Incubation Program 2025. The program is designed to help startups research and develop innovative products or services, validate them … [Read more...] about Open Call: UII Incubation Program 2025 (Vietnam)
Applications open for Rising Star Grants Program 2025 (Canada)
Deadline: 4 June 2025 The Canadian Black Standard, in partnership with RBC, is awarding grants to three black women-owned businesses or entrepreneurs in Canada. Goal Their goal is to grow The Standard community of Black women marketers across Canada, establishing deeper connections and … [Read more...] about Applications open for Rising Star Grants Program 2025 (Canada)
Join the SHEshisa Women in Business Accelerator Program (South Africa)
Deadline: 13 June 2025 SHEshisa Is Calling! Empowering Female Founders in eThekwini to Scale with Innovate Durban, SHEshisa is a 6-month, hybrid accelerator designed to support and scale women-owned businesses through the power of technology and innovation. SHEshisa (loosely translated as … [Read more...] about Join the SHEshisa Women in Business Accelerator Program (South Africa)
KE Launchpad Program to empowering Cambodian Startups
Deadline: 30 May 2025 Applications are now open for Startup Launchpad Season 2, a 12-week program designed to help early-stage Cambodian startups rapidly validate their Minimum Viable Products (MVPs), secure paying customers, and prepare for fundraising. The program is strategically designed … [Read more...] about KE Launchpad Program to empowering Cambodian Startups
