The 2025 Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) Grant is an excellent opportunity for African entrepreneurs to receive funding, training, and access to valuable networks. Here’s a breakdown of the key details:
Program Highlights
- Host: Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF)
- Reward: $5,000 seed funding, 12 weeks of business training, mentoring, and networking opportunities.
- Eligibility: Open to African entrepreneurs with business ideas or running businesses. Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
- Deadline: February 28, 2025.
Available Programs
- TEF Flagship Entrepreneurship Programme:
Open to all African entrepreneurs with ideas or existing businesses. - IYBA-WE4A Entrepreneurship Programme:
Exclusively for women entrepreneurs with green business ideas or operations in specific countries: Senegal, Tanzania, Uganda, Cameroon, Kenya, Mozambique, Malawi, and Togo. - Aguka Ideation Programme:
Targeted at Rwandan entrepreneurs in the idea stage, aged 18-30. - BeGreen Africa Programme:
For entrepreneurs with green businesses in Nigeria, Senegal, and South Africa, or waste management businesses in Kenya. Applicants must be aged 18-35.
Benefits
- $5,000 non-refundable seed funding.
- 12-week world-class business training.
- Access to the TEF Alumni network, connecting over 15,000 African entrepreneurs.
- Mentoring and networking via TEFConnect.net.
How to Apply
- Visit the official application link: CLICK HERE TO APPLY
- Complete the online application form.
- Ensure you meet the program-specific criteria (age, location, and business type).
Note: Apply early to avoid last-minute issues. Good luck! 🚀
