Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.2, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Menterprise Africa Support, promote, and produce investigative journalism. ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://menterprise.africa/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Why Africa Will Define the Next Decade of Digital Public Infrastructure](https://menterprise.africa/why-africa-will-define-the-next-decade-of-digital-public-infrastructure/) - By Mariam Ibrahim, Mohammed Maikudi, Wakini Njogu The conversation on Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) is moving fast, and this was clear during the three-day Global DPI summit in Cape Town in November 2025. The vision was bold: a future where identity, payments, and data exchanges unlock development at scale. As highlighted by the CEO of - [Greenhouse farming changed his life](https://menterprise.africa/greenhouse-farming-changed-his-life/) - In the industrial sprawl of Douala, Cameroon’s economic capital, where concrete has taken over much of the greenery, one man has found a meaningful way to bring greenery into his everyday life through agriculture. Joel Kamgaing, a former welder whose dreams once pointed toward Dubai, now cultivates bell peppers in a self-built greenhouse — all - [Menterprise Africa, two partners to host webinar on sustainable revenue models](https://menterprise.africa/menterprise-africa-two-partners-to-host-webinar-on-sustainable-revenue-models/) - Menterprise Africa, a Uganda-based pan-African social enterprise, has teamed up with other community-oriented capacity-building organizations from Kenya and Uganda to co-host a webinar on sustainable revenue models for non-profits. The webinar, a brainchild of Ubuntu Development Solution from Kenya, will offer tips and resources to East Africa’s social entrepreneurship community on how to continuously raise - [Watch the Winning Innovation of the Medal of Excellence Awards 2024](https://menterprise.africa/watch-the-winning-innovation-of-the-medal-of-excellence-awards-2024/) - Team Wokober took the first prize at the 2024 Medal of Excellence Awards, organized by ‪Innovation Consortium‬. The winners walked home with UGX11 million ($3,000). In this video, the Wokober Team leader, Ben Wokorach‬, presents their winning innovation. Want to participate in this year's edition of the award? Submit your innovative idea by 21 September - [TEXFAD Founder Kimani Muturi discusses how to use banana fibre to make innovative products, and more](https://menterprise.africa/texfad-founder-kimani-muturi-discusses-how-to-use-banana-fibre-to-make-innovative-products-and-more/) - Kimani Muturi is the Founder and Director of TEXFAD Skills Training Academy (https://texfad.co.ug/), which is based in Mukono District, Uganda. In this engaging interview, he discusses his company’s innovations like producing hair extensions from banana fibre, etc, as well as what the government of Uganda can do to support innovators. He also offers tips for - [Inside Uganda’s Biometric Voter Verification Kit: What Voters Need to Know Ahead of Jan. 15 Election](https://menterprise.africa/inside-ugandas-biometric-voter-verification-kit-what-voters-need-to-know-ahead-of-jan-15-election/) - Since Uganda's Electoral Commission (EC) announced that it would deploy a revamped biometric voter verification kit (BVVK) system as part of its digital public infrastructure (DPI) for the 2026 general elections, several voices have questioned the decision to use the equipment and its system. In a bid to calm the public’s fears, the EC organised - [Latest Opportunities for Entrepreneurs and Innovators Across Africa ](https://menterprise.africa/latest-opportunities-for-entrepreneurs-and-innovators-across-africa/) - Are you looking to level up your ideas, fund your startup, or amplify your impact? We have curated for you some of the most exciting opportunities for African entrepreneurs, students, and changemakers. They include open calls, competitions, accelerators, and funding programmes. Whether you’re building the next big tech solution, scaling your fashion brand, innovating in - [Seven Opportunities to Apply for in February 2025](https://menterprise.africa/seven-opportunities-to-apply-for-in-february-2025/) - Looking to make a difference with your innovative project or startup? The next few weeks of February 2025 offer a range of incredible opportunities for funding, mentorship, and global exposure — all designed to accelerate your impact. Whether you are driving AI advancements for social good, revolutionising industries, or empowering women-led businesses, chances are there - [Opportunities to apply for in December 2024](https://menterprise.africa/opportunities-to-apply-for-in-december-2024/) - As the year draws to a close, December offers a wealth of opportunities for those eager to take the next step in their educational, innovational and professional journey. From scholarships to prestigious leadership programs, here are opportunities that you can apply in the coming month. Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship on Entrepreneurship 2024-2025 [Deadline: December - [Chevening Scholarships: Tips for writing strong application essays](https://menterprise.africa/chevening-scholarships-tips-for-writing-strong-application-essays/) - The competition for Chevening scholarships is incredibly tight, as they enable outstanding emerging leaders from all over the world to pursue one-year master’s degrees in the United Kingdom (UK). The call for scholarship applications, which is open in most African countries until November 5, 2024, offers a chance for prospective candidates to pursue fully-funded postgraduate - [October 2025 Opportunities for Africa's Bold Innovators and Changemakers](https://menterprise.africa/october-2025-opportunities-for-africas-bold-innovators-and-changemakers/) - As the calendar turns to October, so does the spotlight on bold thinkers and builders shaping the future. In a rapidly shifting world, meaningful support for innovation and social impact remains essential. This October, a series of high-value programs — many offering funding, mentorship, and global platforms — are now open for application. Whether you're - [November 2025: Opportunities for African Innovators, Leaders, and Changemakers](https://menterprise.africa/november-2025-opportunities-for-african-innovators-leaders-and-changemakers/) - As the year 2025 winds toward its close, the month of November offers a unique moment for innovators, changemakers, and aspiring leaders to turn ambition into action. The curated opportunities for the next 31 days span leadership programs, fellowships, awards, and incubators, each designed to accelerate careers, scale solutions, and amplify influence across Africa and - [Opportunities for African Entrepreneurs, Innovators, and Changemakers to Apply for in December 2025](https://menterprise.africa/opportunities-to-apply-for-in-december-2025-for-african-entrepreneurs-innovators-and-changemakers/) - As the year draws to a close, December brings a powerful slate of opportunities for African entrepreneurs, students, creatives, and community leaders. From high-level fellowships that shape continental leadership to accelerators strengthening agribusiness and global grants supporting education, culture, and innovation, this month offers a wide range of programs designed to elevate Africa’s next generation - [Inside Uganda’s Biometric Voter Verification Kit: What Voters Need to Know Ahead of January 15 Election](https://menterprise.africa/inside-ugandas-biometric-voter-verification-kit-what-voters-need-to-know-ahead-of-january-15-election/) - Since Uganda's Electoral Commission (EC) announced that it would deploy a revamped Biometric Voter Verification Kit (BVVK) system as part of its digital public infrastructure (DPI) for the January 2026 general elections, several prominent voices have questioned the decision to use the equipment and its system. Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) presidential candidate Nandala Mafabi - [Opportunities to Apply for in January 2026 — For African Entrepreneurs and Changemakers](https://menterprise.africa/opportunities-to-apply-for-in-january-2026-for-african-entrepreneurs-and-changemakers/) - Discover the best grants, scholarships, fellowships, and accelerator programs for African changemakers in January 2026. - [Caring for the Future: How Uganda Can Overcome its Childcare Trials](https://menterprise.africa/caring-for-the-future-how-uganda-can-navigate-the-childcare-challenge/) - By Eric Kyama In Uganda, a quiet crisis unfolds every morning in homes, markets, farms, and factories. As parents, especially mothers, step out to earn a living, hundreds of young children are left in informal, often unregulated care arrangements. This is not simply a family issue; it is a development challenge that sits at the - [Female Entrepreneurs Urged to Build Lasting Business Empires at 2025 Mkazipreneur Impact Awards](https://menterprise.africa/female-entrepreneurs-urged-to-build-lasting-business-empires/) - It was a night of celebration, glitz, and glamour on December 17, 2025, as Mkaziprenuer recognised outstanding Ugandan female entrepreneurs in the capital Kampala. Mkaziprenuer is a non-profit organisation dedicated to empowering female entrepreneurs. Running in their fifth edition, the Mkaziprenuer Impact Awards are organised annually to celebrate women-led businesses making an impactful contribution in - [How Innovation Hubs Reduce Stress for Tech-driven Businesses](https://menterprise.africa/how-innovation-hubs-reduce-stress-for-tech-driven-businesses/) - Starting a business is never a walk in the park. Besides funding, founders need teams with the respective expertise, office space and equipment, as well as the requisite documentation such as licenses, a market, among other requirements. Meeting most of these business requirements can sometimes be overwhelming for any founder, especially if they are working - [This Woman Entrepreneur Makes Doing Business Easier in Nigeria](https://menterprise.africa/this-woman-entrepreneur-makes-doing-business-easier-in-nigeria/) - By Idongesit Essien, bird story agency "Everything happens in Lagos," said Amanda Etuk as she drove in her chauffeured car through a busy dockyard in Lagos, Nigeria's dynamic commercial heart, after checking on an export company's operations. Lagos serves not only as Etuk's base of operations, but also her inspiration. "I see so many people - [National Childcare Webinar 2025: Transforming Childcare in Uganda: Strengthening Policies, Standards and Systems for Better Outcomes](https://menterprise.africa/national-childcare-webinar-2025-transforming-childcare-in-uganda-strengthening-policies-standards-and-systems-for-better-outcomes/) - Date: Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Time: 12pm - 2pm EAT Duration: 2 hours Language: English To attend this webinar, register here. Childcare is an essential foundation for early childhood development (ECD), gender equality, and inclusive economic growth. In Uganda, there are more than three million children under age three need childcare, but fewer - [Menterprise Africa to crown 30-day fundraising campaign with charity activities on November 29](https://menterprise.africa/menterprise-africa-to-crown-30-day-fundraising-campaign-with-charity-activities-on-november-29/) - Since November 1, supporters of Menterprise Africa have donated money to a month-long fundraising drive geared towards raising US$5,000 to support entrepreneurship training for teenage mothers and youth with disabilities. Now, with the financial target almost within touching distance, the social enterprise has organized a charity event to crown its money mobilization campaign. On Saturday, - [Africa's $30 smartphone that envisions leaving no one behind](https://menterprise.africa/africas-30-smartphone-that-envisions-leaving-no-one-behind/) - By Conrad Onyango, bird story agency Africa is inching closer to having a homegrown entry-level smartphone, as mobile operators begin designing an internet-ready device expected to cost just US$30 and connect up to 50 million first-time users to the digital economy. The planned 4G-enabled handset will be built to deliver a long-lasting battery, a clear - [Fundraising Drive: For every US dollar you donate to Menterprise Africa this November 2025, the New Africa Fund will match it 1:1](https://menterprise.africa/fundraising-drive-for-every-us-dollar-you-donate-to-menterprise-africa-this-november-2025-the-new-africa-fund-will-match-it-11/) - Since Menterprise Africa became a legally registered organization on 23 January 2024, this fast-growing social enterprise has offered its target audience cutting-edge information and knowledge on a lean budget. Most of its staff have operated on a voluntary basis, driven by the passion to catalyze entrepreneurship and drive sustainable economic growth across the African continent. - [Nairobi to Addis: Proving the Possibilities for E-Mobility in Eastern Africa](https://menterprise.africa/nairobi-to-addis-proving-the-possibilities-for-e-mobility-in-eastern-africa/) - By Pamela Otali Earlier this October, a convoy of electric vehicles embarked on a groundbreaking 1,600-kilometre 8-day journey from Nairobi to Addis Ababa – the first cross-border e-mobility expedition of its kind in Eastern Africa. Dubbed the “Road to Addis,” this event was more than just an adventurous road trip. It was a bold statement - [Why Innovation Districts are the next big thing](https://menterprise.africa/why-innovation-districts-are-the-next-big-thing/) - By Sharon Kakai A few years ago, Uganda hit a sobering statistic: over 400,000 young people entered the workforce, but fewer than 9,000 formal jobs were available (UBOS, 2023). It’s a statistic that echoes through policy briefs and development reports, but repetition has dulled its urgency. Behind that number lies a growing crisis, a generation - [September 2025 Opportunities for African Entrepreneurs, Innovators & Scholars](https://menterprise.africa/september-2025-opportunities-for-african-entrepreneurs-innovators-scholars/) - September isn’t just a new month — it’s a new window for turning innovative ideas into global impact. This month offers a wealth of competitive opportunities for entrepreneurs, creatives, scholars, and nonprofit leaders across Africa and beyond. This carefully curated list highlights high-value calls designed to elevate your work. Each opportunity comes with its own - [Africa’s Innovations are Overlooked Because Global Measures Don’t Fit: What Needs to Change](https://menterprise.africa/africas-innovations-are-overlooked-because-global-measures-dont-fit-what-needs-to-change/) - African governments and development agencies have embraced science, technology and innovation as levers for development over the past two decades. Science, technology and innovation boost productivity, cut transaction costs, open new business opportunities and promote social inclusion. They also help societies tackle grand challenges such as climate change and persistent poverty. By 2020, at least - [Revitalising Uganda’s Ceramics Sector: A Call for National Investment and Public Support](https://menterprise.africa/revitalising-ugandas-ceramics-sector-a-call-for-national-investment-and-public-support/) - By Roselyne Akatukunda Uganda's ceramics sector holds immense untapped potential to contribute to national development, job creation, and cultural preservation. Historically rooted in indigenous craftsmanship and local resource use, ceramics in Uganda have long served both functional and aesthetic roles, ranging from domestic pottery and construction materials to decorative art pieces and ritual items. However, - [Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) Announces Keynote Speakers for 2025 Conference in Cape Town](https://menterprise.africa/africa-women-innovation-and-entrepreneurship-forum-awief-announces-keynote-speakers-for-2025-conference-in-cape-town/) - The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) has announced a powerful line-up of headline and international speakers for its prestigious annual conference taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), 30 – 31 October 2025, for the advancement of women in Africa as innovators and entrepreneurs. In its eleventh edition, AWIEF’s benchmarking - [Intangible Assets: Unlocking Africa’s Untapped Investment Potential Through Intellectual Property](https://menterprise.africa/intangible-assets-unlocking-africas-untapped-investment-potential-through-intellectual-property/) - By Hilda Wamono In June 2025, Uganda’s Sandra Nambozo and Samuel Muyita won a Community Healers' Award worth 80 million shillings (about $22,300) and a 70 million shilling (about $19,500) prize from Heifer International for their biodegradable plant-based sachet, which extends fruit shelf life by 30 days. Recognised by the European Patent Office and the - [Your August 2025 Guide to Grants and Startup Support Opportunities for African Innovators](https://menterprise.africa/your-august-2025-guide-to-grants-and-startup-support-opportunities-for-african-innovators/) - August 2025 has arrived with a surge of opportunity for Africa’s boldest visionaries — from ambitious entrepreneurs and tech innovators to grassroots activists, journalists, and educators. In an environment where access to resources, mentorship, and capital can be a game-changer, a wave of new initiatives is offering vital support to those working to transform their - [The Benefits of Partnerships to the Growth of Businesses](https://menterprise.africa/the-benefits-of-partnerships-to-the-growth-of-businesses/) - In the fifth and final part of our serialisation of excerpts from The Entrepreneur’s Mind, a book by Ugandan entrepreneur and engineering specialist Joel Jaffer Aita, the Joadah Consult Founder writes about the benefits of partnerships to the growth of enterprises and the eight traits that entrepreneurs should look out for while choosing a business - [Why and How to Become an Entrepreneur](https://menterprise.africa/why-and-how-to-become-an-entrepreneur/) - In Part VI of our five-part series of excerpts from The Entrepreneur’s Mind, a book by Ugandan entrepreneur and engineering specialist Joel Jaffer Aita, the Joadah Consult Founder gives reasons why every one of us should consider becoming an entrepreneur and outlines the traits one must possess in order to become a good entrepreneur. Entrepreneurship - [Eng. Joel Aita on Why Networking is Crucial for Net-worth Building](https://menterprise.africa/eng-joel-aita-on-why-networking-is-crucial-for-net-worth-building/) - In Part III of our five-part series of excerpts from The Entrepreneur’s Mind, a book by Ugandan entrepreneur and engineering specialist Joel Jaffer Aita, the Joadah Consult Founder writes about the importance of network building for entrepreneurs and innovators keen to grow their businesses and, ultimately, their net-worth. Your net-worth is often determined by your network. - [Eng. Joel Aita: How to Stand on the Shoulders of Mentors to Succeed as an Entrepreneur](https://menterprise.africa/eng-joel-aita-how-to-stand-on-the-shoulders-of-mentors-to-succeed-as-an-entrepreneur/) - Welcome to the second of our five-part series of excerpts from The Entrepreneur’s Mind, a book by Ugandan entrepreneur and engineering specialist Joel Jaffer Aita. In this excerpt, he offers a series of tips on the prerequisites for young people to succeed, why mentorship is important, why a young entrepreneur must have a mentor, and how - [Eng. Joel Aita: How Early Life Experiences Nurtured my Passion for Entrepreneurship](https://menterprise.africa/eng-joel-aita-how-early-life-experiences-nurtured-my-passion-for-entrepreneurship/) - In the first of our five-part series of excerpts from The Entrepreneur's Mind, a book by Ugandan entrepreneur and engineering specialist Joel Jaffer Aita, he writes about his early life story and the business ventures he went into at a young age that helped to shape him into the entrepreneur that he turned out to be - [Menterprise Africa to publish excerpts of Joel Aita’s book on entrepreneurship](https://menterprise.africa/menterprise-africa-to-publish-excerpts-of-eng-joel-aitas-book-on-entrepreneurship/) - For five days starting Monday, 21 July 2025, Menterprise Africa will publish five excerpts of a 150-page book by Ugandan entrepreneur and engineering specialist Joel Jaffer Aita. The book is titled “An Entrepreneur’s Mind.” Eng. Aita, who turned 45 on April 9, is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Joadah Consult, a fast-growing pan-African company with - [Innovations from banana fibre can sustain several industries, says TEXFAD's Kimani Muturi](https://menterprise.africa/innovations-from-banana-fibre-can-sustain-several-industries-says-texfads-kimani-muturi/) - To KIMANI MUTURI, the Founder and Director of TEXFAD Skills Training Academy, banana stems are the next big thing in Uganda’s entrepreneurship ecosystem. And it is not just a pipe dream. The Kyambogo University lecturer is living his passion by developing and commercialising innovations from the fibres in banana stems at his company’s headquarters in - [Why entrepreneurship is key in shaping tomorrow’s world](https://menterprise.africa/why-entrepreneurship-is-key-in-shaping-tomorrows-world/) - By Gim Huay Neo, Managing Director, World Economic Forum Amid trade and geo-economic tensions, extreme weather events, social polarization and disruptive technological changes, the global outlook may seem more unsettled than ever. Yet, it is in such turbulent times that entrepreneurship proves its enduring value. Two areas stand out as especially critical for entrepreneurial action and new - [Twelve Opportunities to Apply for in March 2025](https://menterprise.africa/twelve-opportunities-to-apply-for-in-march-2025/) - African entrepreneurs and innovators, your next big break could be just around the corner! March is packed with game-changing opportunities — whether you're seeking funding, mentorship, global exposure, or acceleration programs. This carefully curated list features grants, fellowships, and competitions designed to provide you with the resources, expertise, and networks needed to take your venture - [Opportunities to Apply for in January 2025](https://menterprise.africa/opportunities-to-apply-for-in-january-2025/) - As we bid farewell to 2024 and step into the New Year, the entrepreneurial landscape is brimming with exciting opportunities for innovators and change-makers ready to take their ideas to the next level. We bring you a curated selection of opportunities, all designed to empower entrepreneurs and visionaries to turn their dreams into impactful realities. - [African Youth Tech Venture Entrepreneurs Embark on Groundbreaking Korean Innovation Tour](https://menterprise.africa/african-youth-tech-venture-entrepreneurs-embark-on-groundbreaking-korean-innovation-tour/) - Twenty promising youth entrepreneurs from African technology ventures and enterprise support organizations have embarked on a two-week study tour of the Republic of Korea, seeking investment and insights from the country’s innovative tech ecosystem. The African Development Bank Group’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Lab selected these young entrepreneurs from 133 ventures that participated in last month’s Africa - [Africa Investment Forum 2024: Turning Continent’s Potential into Bankable Opportunities](https://menterprise.africa/africa-investment-forum-2024-turning-continents-potential-into-bankable-opportunities/) - The Africa Investment Forum kicked off its 2024 Market Days in Rabat, Morocco, on November 4, with leaders highlighting the continent’s bankability and readiness for investment. In her welcoming remarks, Morocco’s Minister of Economy and Finance Nadia Fettah Alaoui told more than 1,000 delegates that this year’s Forum was a critical moment for creating a - [Uganda’s Global Entrepreneurship Week Conference 2024 showcases innovations, potential](https://menterprise.africa/ugandas-global-entrepreneurship-week-conference-2024-showcases-ugandas-innovations-and-potential/) - It is not every day that about 1,000 entrepreneurship enthusiasts from all parts of Uganda gather in one place to share ideas. However, the Uganda edition of the Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) achieved that feat at its conference on Tuesday, November 19, at Hotel Africana — and the accompanying events on subsequent days till Sunday, - [Fast-Approaching Deadlines of Opportunities for Young African Innovators and Leaders](https://menterprise.africa/approaching-deadlines-of-opportunities-for-young-african-innovators-and-leaders/) - Young African innovators are reshaping the continent, tackling challenges across various sectors. Here are some opportunities designed to support these changemakers, including fellowships for mentorship, grants for project funding, job openings offered by the International Monetary Fund Economist Program, and accelerator programs to grow startups. Apply for them as soon as possible because the deadlines - [Africa Tech Festival 2024 Showcases Innovation Across Africa’s Technology Ecosystem](https://menterprise.africa/africa-tech-festival-2024-showcases-innovation-across-africas-technology-ecosystem/) - More than 15,000 attendees were welcomed to the 27th annual Africa Tech Festival by South African Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Solly Malatsi. The Department is an official partner of this year’s event, which features more than 300 exhibitors and 400 speakers representing all facets of the tech ecosystem. Emphasising a shared vision of a - [Here's How the African Union (AU) Media Fellowship is Empowering the Next Generation of African Journalists](https://menterprise.africa/heres-how-the-african-au-media-fellowship-is-empowering-the-next-generation-of-african-journalists/) - By Tuyeimo Haidula The allure of the African Union Media Fellowship (AUMF) is irresistible. It promises a unique opportunity to delve deeper into the continent’s narratives, challenge stereotypes, and amplify voices often unheard. As a journalist with a burning passion to tell authentic African stories, I couldn’t resist the call. Despite landing a coveted position - [Africa Investment Forum: Top African Investors Gather in Casablanca Ahead of 2024 Market Days](https://menterprise.africa/africa-investment-forum-top-african-investors-gather-in-casablanca-ahead-of-2024-market-days/) - CASABLANCA, Morocco, November 14, 2024/ -- A group of top African investors made a stop in Casablanca, Morocco, on Tuesday, November 12 to mobilise Moroccan investors and business leaders a few weeks ahead of the Africa Investment Forum’s Market Days event, set for December 4 - 6, 2024 in the North African country's capital, Rabat. - [Financial Inclusion in Agriculture: The Case for Agritech](https://menterprise.africa/financial-inclusion-in-agriculture-the-case-for-agritech/) - By Victoria A. Abuin Agriculture is the heartbeat of our nation. Statistics show that the sector employs a staggering 68.1 percent of Uganda’s population, whilst contributing about 24.1 percent to the national GDP. This highlights the sector’s importance. But it is not without its challenges. These include low productivity, limited access to finance and markets, and - [Beyond the ivory tower: universities need to prioritise the entrepreneurial mindset, not just new ideas](https://menterprise.africa/beyond-the-ivory-tower-universities-need-to-prioritise-the-entrepreneurial-mindset-not-just-new-ideas/) - As universities consider their future in the 21st century, many are embracing the concept of “innovation” in their strategic plans. According to Harvard Business School, innovation is “a product, service, business model or strategy that’s both novel and useful”. By focusing on innovation, universities are attempting to position themselves as drivers of progress – as institutions that - [Uganda Entrepreneurship Congress, Expo to Explore Innovation and Inclusivity in Business](https://menterprise.africa/makerere-university-to-host-its-2024-uganda-entrepreneurship-congress-students-expo/) - The Entrepreneurship and Outreach Centre at Makerere University, one of Uganda’s most prestigious institutions, will host two related events on October 31 and November 1, focusing on entrepreneurship as a vehicle for inclusive economic development. According to Dr Sarah Bimbona, the Director of the Makerere University Entrepreneurship Outreach Centre, they are currently in the advanced - [Ten New Opportunities to Scale Your African Startup and Innovate](https://menterprise.africa/ten-new-opportunities-for-african-entrepreneurs-with-deadlines-in-october-november-2024/) - Are you ready to take your entrepreneurial, innovative, or creative venture to the next level in the coming months? Menterprise Africa has curated for you a list of diverse and impactful opportunities spanning sectors like technology, climate action, social entrepreneurship, and business development. Whether you are a student looking to turn your ideas into solutions, - [The Ugandan Oven Maker Transforming Baking in East Africa](https://menterprise.africa/the-ugandan-oven-maker-transforming-baking-in-africa/) - Muhammad Wampamba is a name destined to make it to the annals of history in Uganda. The unassuming innovator is the visionary behind the rotary bread oven, which is changing the lives of many bakers in the East African region. A resident of Najjanankumbi, Kizito Village, Rubanga Division in Kampala District, Wampamba says he was - [Latest Job Opportunities](https://menterprise.africa/latest-job-opportunities/) - Employer: Mastercard Foundation. Job Title: Program Lead, Entrepreneurship and Access to Finance. Responsibility: Provide leadership, guidance, and technical support to the Country program team on planning and monitoring. Education: Post-graduate degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Economics, Statistics, or equivalent. Experience: 10+ years of experience in the private and non-profit sectors. Apply by: October 10. - [Five Opportunities for Young Africans to Apply for in October 2024](https://menterprise.africa/five-opportunities-for-young-africans-to-apply-for-in-october/) - As October 2024 approaches, young Africans seeking transformative opportunities across the continent and beyond have several prestigious programs to consider. Whether you aspire to lead impactful social enterprises, tackle climate challenges, or drive trade and investment, there are key initiatives available this month to help propel your career and make a difference. From the Global - [Opportunities for Young Africans to Apply for in September 2024](https://menterprise.africa/opportunities-to-apply-for-in-september-2024/) - Organizations across Africa are offering numerous opportunities for young Africans to explore. Menterprise Africa has gathered a selection of these opportunities, all with deadlines in September. Don’t miss out. Apply before the application window closes! MINDS Scholarship Programme for Leadership Development in Africa [Deadline: Rolling] The Mandela Institute for Development Studies (MINDS) Scholarship Programme provides - [Starting a business after university: young South African entrepreneurs discuss the highs and lows](https://menterprise.africa/starting-a-business-after-university-young-south-african-entrepreneurs-discuss-the-highs-and-lows/) - By Willie Tafadzwa Chinyamurindi, Professor, University of Fort Hare South Africa’s youth unemployment rate, at 45.5% (among those aged between 15 and 34), is worryingly high, even in the context of widespread unemployment across the African continent. More than 72 million young people in Africa, most of them women, are neither employed nor pursuing tertiary education. And, while South African - [African Development Bank provides US$ 102.79 million to support farmers through climate resilient Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones infrastructure in Guinea, Senegal, and Togo](https://menterprise.africa/african-development-bank-provides-us-102-79-million-to-support-farmers-through-climate-resilient-special-agro-industrial-processing-zones-infrastructure-in-guinea-senegal-and-togo/) - ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast, September 15, 2024 -- The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved $102.79 million for the Multinational (Guinea, Senegal and Togo) Promotion of Sustainable Agricultural Value Chains in Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones Program which fosters sustainable agricultural value chains around agro-industrial processing zones (SAVC-SAPZ). 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As that deadline draws ever closer, Benon Herbert Oluka, a Chevening scholarship alumnus, shares some useful tips that could help you prepare much better to - [Out-of-court mediation takes centre stage in  resolving cases involving people living with HIV](https://menterprise.africa/out-of-court-mediation-takes-centre-stage-in-resolving-cases-involving-people-living-with-hiv/) - As a lawyer, Ritah Nabakiibi earns a living from sitting on either side of any legal dispute to represent her clients. Yet, since 2017, she has embraced the practice of resolving conflicts through mediation. This means she forfeits any income whenever she voluntarily offers to help resolve disputes outside the legal justice system as a - [Opportunities to apply for in August 2024](https://menterprise.africa/opportunities-to-look-out-for-in-august-2024/) - Across Africa, organizations are offering several opportunities that ambitious entrepreneurs can take advantage of. 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Menterprise Africa has gathered some incredible opportunities that could be your gateway to new experiences, growth, and impactful connections. Eisenhower Fellowships 2025 Global Program [Deadline: August 23] Eisenhower Fellowships is excited to announce the applications are now open - [From Mine to Market: How Africa Could Become a Top Lithium Supplier](https://menterprise.africa/from-mine-to-market-how-africa-could-become-a-top-lithium-supplier/) - CAPE TOWN, South Africa, August 30, 2024 -- Earlier this year, market research firm Benchmark Mineral Intelligence forecast Africa’s lithium production to triple year-on-year in 2024, increasing the continent’s share of global output from 4% to over 10%. The rise can be attributed to a surge in financing from China, which is responsible for 90% - [Here are Masters scholarships for 2024/25 and 2025/26 that are up for grabs](https://menterprise.africa/here-are-the-masters-study-opportunities-that-are-up-for-grabs-in-2024/) - On August 6, the British government opened the call for applications for the prestigious Chevening scholarships, which offer citizens of Commonwealth countries the opportunity to undertake fully funded studies at Universities in the United Kingdom in 2025/2026. Aspiring Cheveners have up to 5 November 2024 to prepare and submit their applications for an opportunity that - [How social innovation education can help solve the world's most pressing problems](https://menterprise.africa/how-social-innovation-education-can-help-solve-the-worlds-most-pressing-problems-2/) - Students of innovation have traditionally been confined to business or engineering programmes, but it’s time to break out of this pattern. This could help the world find novel solutions to a growing list of crucial, complex challenges. In this era of social change, growing economic inequality and climate crisis, social innovation education could be the - [Resource-rich Africa has no excuse to remain poor, says African Development Bank president](https://menterprise.africa/resource-rich-africa-has-no-excuse-to-remain-poor-says-african-development-bank-president/) - Lagos, NIGERIA — With $6.2 trillion worth of natural resources, 65 percent of the world’s uncultivated arable land, and a vibrant youth population, Africa has no excuse to be poor, African Development Bank Group President Dr Akinwumi Adesina said on Tuesday. 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Tenywa’s career took off in the late 1990s under the tutelage of Ndyakira Ntamuhiira Amooti, a pioneering Ugandan environmental journalist and author, whose work earned him - [What to expect from the East African Storytelling Festival](https://menterprise.africa/what-to-expect-from-the-east-african-storytelling-festival/) - When Tracy Kansiime attended the inaugural East African Storytelling (EAST) Festival from October 13 – 16, 2021, she was a journalism trainee participating in a half-year fellowship at the Media Challenge Initiative (MCI). The three-day festival opened a window through which Kansiime could interact with the works of media innovators from Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. - [Kampala banks on technology intervention from ASToN project to pave way for improved mobility](https://menterprise.africa/kampala-banks-on-technology-intervention-from-aston-project-to-pave-way-for-improved-mobility/) - With a population of nearly 3.3 million, Kampala is the East Africa Community’s third largest city after Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) and Nairobi (Kenya). Yet, because only 30%t of the city’s 2,110-kilometre road network is paved in a metropolis where 90% of the transportation is done by road, a lot of time and money is lost - [Meet the Top Start-up Mentors in Kampala (Open Zoom Meeting)](https://menterprise.africa/meet-the-top-start-up-mentors-in-kampala-open-zoom-meeting/) - Are you a start-up entrepreneur and are wondering how the fortunes will turn out for you? 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In 1996, South Africa welcomed the dawn of agricultural biotechnologies, better known as Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs), with the planting of the first GM maize crop. Today, according to a report from - [Uganda’s STORYTELD breaks new ground with multimedia storytelling](https://menterprise.africa/ugandas-storyteld-breaks-new-ground-with-multimedia-storytelling/) - At Café Garnish, a newly launched eatery in the lakeside Kampala suburb of Luzira, a waiter chops onions with the kind of speed and precision that, at first impression, seems designed to dazzle the STORYTELD video cameras filming his every move. Except it is all effortless. 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Who Can Apply Young professionals working in UN Global Compact-participating companies Key Benefits Innovation labs - [Google for Startups Accelerator — Middle East, North Africa & Turkey [Deadline: January 30]](https://menterprise.africa/opportunities/google-for-startups-accelerator-middle-east-north-africa-turkey-deadline-january-30/) - Google for Startups is accepting applications for its equity-free accelerator programme supporting growth-stage technology startups across MENA and Turkey. The 10-week accelerator equips founders with advanced technical mentorship and industry insights to strengthen product and market strategy. Who Can Apply Seed to Series-A stage startups Teams with demonstrated traction and strong technical leadership Key Benefits Mentorship - [Kofi Annan Fellowship in Global Health Leadership – Africa CDC [Deadline: January 30]](https://menterprise.africa/opportunities/kofi-annan-fellowship-in-global-health-leadership-africa-cdc-deadline-january-30/) - Africa CDC is recruiting senior-level public health professionals to join the Kofi Annan Fellowship in Global Health Leadership. The programme builds strategic leadership capacity to advance Africa’s Health Security and Sovereignty Agenda through applied learning and high-level mentorship. Who Can Apply Senior-level public health professionals with 10+ years’ experience Applicants from AU Member States Key - [beVisioneers — The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship (Cohort 4) [Deadline: January 26]](https://menterprise.africa/opportunities/bevisioneers-the-mercedes-benz-fellowship-cohort-4-deadline-january-26/) - beVisioneers — The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship is seeking young innovators developing environmental sustainability projects with measurable community impact. The fellowship supports emerging leaders through technical learning, mentorship, and project-based funding to help scale green solutions. Who Can Apply Young leaders aged 16–28 Applicants residing in eligible countries including Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, and - [Women Entrepreneurship for Africa (IYBA-WE4A) Programme [Deadline: January 25]](https://menterprise.africa/opportunities/women-entrepreneurship-for-africa-iyba-we4a-programme-deadline-january-25/) - The Tony Elumelu Foundation is accepting applications for the IYBA-WE4A Programme, designed to support women-led enterprises in selected African countries. The programme strengthens business resilience and contributes to sustainable enterprise growth through funding, mentorship, and technical support. Who Can Apply Women entrepreneurs operating in Senegal, Tanzania, Uganda, Cameroon, Kenya, Mozambique, Malawi, or Togo Businesses registered - [International Climate Initiative – Small Grants [Deadline: January 15]](https://menterprise.africa/opportunities/international-climate-initiative-small-grants-deadline-january-15/) - The International Climate Initiative is offering small grants to innovative local projects addressing biodiversity loss, climate change mitigation, and climate resilience. Funding is designed to help community-based and national organisations scale environmental solutions that also advance livelihoods and social inclusion. Who Can Apply Local and national organisations in developing and emerging economies NGOs, research organisations, - [Eye Health Innovation Accelerator 2026 [Deadline: January 14]](https://menterprise.africa/opportunities/eye-health-innovation-accelerator-2026-deadline-january-14/) - Villgro Africa, in partnership with The Fred Hollows Foundation, is launching the Eye Health Innovation Accelerator to support African startups delivering solutions to prevent blindness and improve eye care outcomes. The programme strengthens high-potential ventures working to make quality eye care more accessible and affordable. Who Can Apply Startups across Sub-Saharan Africa working in eye-health - [Opportunity for Innovative Companies and Organizations in Rwanda [Deadline: January 11]](https://menterprise.africa/opportunities/opportunity-for-innovative-companies-and-organizations-in-rwanda-deadline-january-11/) - kLab invites companies and organizations across Rwanda to submit real-world digital projects to be developed by skilled software teams through its innovation programs. This initiative is designed to help businesses accelerate digital transformation while contributing to Rwanda’s rapidly growing tech ecosystem. Who can Apply Your business must be registered with the Rwanda Development Board - [African Women in WASH Awards 2026 [Deadline: January 11]](https://menterprise.africa/opportunities/african-women-in-wash-awards-2026-deadline-january-11/) - The African Water and Sanitation Association, in partnership with the Rural Water Supply Network, is accepting nominations for the inaugural African Women in WASH Awards. This programme celebrates and amplifies the outstanding contributions of African women driving progress in water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services across the continent. Who Can Apply: African women professionals at - [Africa Startup Accelerator – RLC East Africa & University of Iowa [Deadline: January 15]](https://menterprise.africa/opportunities/africa-startup-accelerator-rlc-east-africa-university-of-iowa-deadline-january-15/) - The Regional Leadership Center East Africa, in partnership with the University of Iowa, has launched the Africa Startup Accelerator — a fully-funded, three-week residential entrepreneurship programme in Iowa City. The initiative focuses on investment readiness, customer discovery, and building sustainable business models. Who Can Apply Alumni of the Regional Leadership Center East Africa Founders of - [LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers 2026 [Deadline: January 11]](https://menterprise.africa/opportunities/lvmh-prize-for-young-fashion-designers-2026-deadline-january-11/) - The LVMH Prize is once again accepting submissions from emerging fashion designers worldwide. The annual award recognises creative talent shaping the future of fashion and provides recipients with both financial backing and structured business mentorship from senior LVMH executives. Who Can Apply Designers worldwide who have produced at least two ready-to-wear collections Early-stage fashion entrepreneurs - [FemFocus Grants for Society Organisations [Deadline: January 7]](https://menterprise.africa/opportunities/femfocus-grants-for-society-organisations-deadline-january-7/) - FemFocus invites civil society organisations to submit proposals for initiatives that strengthen women’s economic inclusion, prevent and respond to gender-based violence, and advance women’s leadership in peacebuilding and conflict prevention. Who Can Apply Registered CSOs with experience in women’s rights, gender equality, peacebuilding, or GBV prevention Organisations operating in the target regions and countries listed - [AU–EU Youth Action Lab: Call for Youth-Led Proposals [Deadline: January 7]](https://menterprise.africa/opportunities/au-eu-youth-action-lab-call-for-youth-led-proposals-deadline-january-7/) - The AU–EU Youth Cooperation Hub is inviting applications for the 2026 Youth Action Lab, a programme that invests in youth-led organisations delivering practical solutions to social and economic challenges. Projects may focus on entrepreneurship, digital inclusion, climate action, social innovation, and youth participation in governance. Who Can Apply Youth-led organisations and initiatives Applicants engaged in - [Timbuktoo Incubator Network — Call for African Incubators [Deadline: January 10]](https://menterprise.africa/opportunities/timbuktoo-incubator-network-call-for-african-incubators-deadline-january-10/) - The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)’s timbuktoo initiative is building one of Africa’s largest innovation ecosystems and is inviting incubators and accelerators to join its continental network. Selected partners will collaborate with timbuktoo hubs to support tech-driven startups, spur job creation, and connect founders to international investment opportunities. 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