The 7th Edition of The Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme (2021) @Unknown

Overview

The Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme is a $100 million commitment to empower 10,000 African entrepreneurs over 10 years through training, mentorship, and funding. The program aims to create 1 million jobs and contribute over $10 billion in revenue to the African economy.

Eligibility

Open to entrepreneurs across 54 African countries with start-ups or business ideas with growth potential. Applicants must have a valid government-issued ID and register with an email they have regular access to.

Benefits

• Training and mentorship
• Potential seed capital funding
• Access to the Alumni network
• Certificate of completion

How to Apply

Register and complete the online application form on TEFConnect, which includes sections for personal information, commercial information, a cognitive assessment, and a declaration. Applicants must submit a valid government-issued ID and a headshot. Ensure your name on the application matches your ID exactly.

The application phase runs from January 1 to March 31.

Deadline

March 31