Month: December 2023

Submit your application now for the Presidential Palliative Program Grant and Loan For Nigerian SMEs for a chance to benefit from the 75bn loans grant from the Federal Government as part of its parliative measures for SMEs in the country. The State Governments, Honourable Ministers, NASME (Nigerian Association of Small and Medium Enterprises), Senators, and House of Representative Members will join hands with the Federal Government in a collaborative effort. They will utilize the Federal Government’s selection criteria to identify the beneficiaries from their respective constituents. The beneficiaries will consist of 70% women and youth, 10% people with disabilities, and 5% senior citizens. The remaining 15% will be allocated to

The Young Innovative Builders Initiative program aims to showcase and reward the creative projects developed by young Nigerians that align with the Federal Ministry of Communications and Information’s goal of advancing the digital economy. Benefits In each state and the FCT, the top 48 projects will be awarded laptops, The next best 40 projects will receive tablets. Eligibility To be eligible for this program, you must be a student enrolled in a Nigerian Tertiary Institution pursuing your first degree. Additionally, you should have designed, developed, built, or deployed an innovative or tech-enabled project that utilizes digital technology. It is also important that you remain a student for at least 3

The Deji Alli ARM Young Talent Award, in partnership with TechnoVision’s TVC Labs, is an initiative by ARM that aims to empower young Nigerians to create innovative start-ups that contribute to the country’s economic growth. The DAAYTA 2024 program is a part of ARM’s Corporate Social Responsibility efforts to cultivate a new generation of leaders who will work together to build a better future. The program seeks to support business ideas that have a positive impact on society while also generating financial returns. To be considered for the award, applicants must meet certain eligibility criteria. They must be Nigerian citizens between the ages of 18 and 35, have an original

At the Foodtech Innovations Awards, we aim to celebrate the most innovative ideas that can revolutionize the way customers experience food or how businesses manage it. We understand that the food sector is constantly evolving, and we want to recognize those who are leading the way. Our platform provides a credible source of recognition for these organizations, and we are proud to share their achievements with our extensive readership and media partners. Our ultimate goal is to provide valuable insights and recommendations to our followers and subscribers, and to showcase the best of the food industry to the world. Award Categories 1. The most innovative solution on digitalization award for

Gered Gereedschap, a Dutch NGO, has been dedicated to supporting craftsmen and women in developing countries for the past 40 years. Our projects in Africa focus on strengthening technical vocational education and entrepreneurship. We provide practical and comprehensive support, including tool sets, machines for schools, fully equipped sewing workshops, and education for technical vocational teachers. Our goal is to promote technical craftsmanship as a means of achieving self-reliance. If you’re interested in learning more about our organization and our programs in Africa, please visit our Programmes page. How to Apply for Support To apply for support, we work with local partners in Uganda, Malawi, Tanzania, and Ghana. We welcome applications

A fund specifically designated for filmmakers who reside and work in Africa is called the Hot Docs-Blue Ice Docs Fund (HDBID) for Filmmakers across Africa ($20,000 CAD funding). Grants for the development and production of feature-length or broadcast-length documentaries are available from the Fund. Every year, between four and ten initiatives are granted funding. Every application that is accepted will also be given consideration for a mentorship program. HOT DOCS COMMUNITY A year-long mentorship program led by international mentors will be extended to up to five funded projects. The program includes participation in Hot Docs and Durban FilmMart/Durban International Film Festival, year-round mentorship from seasoned documentary professionals, and access to

The World Cinema Fund, in collaboration with the German Federal Foreign Office, introduced a special funding opportunity for projects from sub-Saharan Africa in 2016. If you submit a project from sub-Saharan Africa to the World Cinema Fund, it will automatically be considered for the special funding provided by the WCF Africa program. Please note that only projects in the post-production phase are eligible for funding. This means that the majority of the shooting must be completed and at least a rough-cut of the film must be in place at the time of submission. Additionally, only films that can realistically be finished by October 2024 are eligible to apply. Eligibility There