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ProvidusBank, in collaboration with the Enterprise Development Centre, has established the ProvidusBank SME Program with the aim of enhancing the skills and competencies of business owners in Nigeria. The program is geared towards assisting participants in developing long-term strategic plans to drive profitability and transform their businesses. EDC, ProvidusBank SME Program Program Advantages The program is structured to assist businesses in achieving the following objectives: 1. Formulate a growth strategy for their businesses 2. Enhance the leadership capabilities of participants to effectively manage their teams 3. Clearly articulate the value proposition of their businesses 4. Implement frameworks that ensure sustainable growth 5. Develop a comprehensive ‘go-to-market’ strategy for their products

The primary objective of the Design and Digital Marketing School Lagos Program is to provide Lagos residents with expertise in Graphic Design, Product Design, and Digital Marketing, along with essential workplace and life skills. This program also offers the necessary exposure to kickstart a career and succeed in the tech industry and beyond. Many past participants have secured their first job or paid projects within a timeframe of 10-90 days after completing the program. Part of the Lagos State Employability Support Project, the Design and Digital Marketing School Lagos Program receives funding from the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) and the United States Africa Development Foundation (USADF). The program

Growth4Her Investor Readiness Accelerator is a program designed to help women entrepreneurs in West and Central Africa become investor-ready within a span of 6 months. The aim of G4Her is to address the gender financing gap by equipping women with the necessary skills and resources to scale their businesses from small to high potential fundable enterprises. Applications for Cohort 3 are now being accepted from women in Nigeria and Cameroon. Successful applicants will be notified accordingly. Why join the Growth4Her program? Access to Market We provide market linkages for our beneficiaries Access to Funding G4Her prepares you for investors and offers linkages to Financial Institutions Psychosocial and Policy Support We

Power Africa is an initiative led by the United States government that unites the combined efforts of over 200 partners from the public and private sectors. Its primary objective is to increase access to electricity in sub-Saharan Africa by doubling the current levels. By 2030, Power Africa aims to introduce over 30,000 MW of new electricity generation capacity and provide power to 60 million additional homes and businesses across the continent. In Nigeria, Power Africa’s signature initiative, known as PA-NPSP, focuses on supporting comprehensive power sector reform, creating a more favorable environment for development, and attracting increased private sector investment. The ultimate goal is to ensure affordable, reliable, and equitable

RecycleUp Nigeria is a program that aims to empower and support young innovators and entrepreneurs who are environmentally conscious. It provides them with the necessary knowledge, resources, and support to address Nigeria’s waste problem and promote a circular economy. This initiative takes a comprehensive approach to tackle environmental challenges while also creating opportunities for entrepreneurship, employment, and sustainable development. By doing so, it contributes to a cleaner, more prosperous, and environmentally responsible nation. The program is specifically designed to meet the needs of individuals who are interested in developing circular economy solutions and promoting sustainable development. RecycleUp Nigeria has set a target to drive the transition towards a circular economy

Registration is currently open for the 2024 Edition of the Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum (DRIF24), a global event that will bring together hundreds of delegates in Accra, Ghana, from April 23rd to April 25th, 2024. This significant event will be organized by Paradigm Initiative (PIN), a pan-African organization, in collaboration with its partners, including the E-Governance and Internet Governance Foundation for Africa (EGIGFA), the University of Media, Arts and Communication- Institute of Journalism, the Media Foundation for West Africa, the Inclusive Tech Group, the Internet Society (ISOC) Ghana Chapter, and the Human Security Research Centre (HSRC). The event will take place at Alisa Hotel and will revolve around the

We are pleased to extend an invitation for you to apply to the upcoming Intel AI Programme for African DeepTech Startups Ecosystem Stakeholders in Nigeria. This program aims to engage and empower various stakeholders, including deep tech hubs, AI startups, and AI developers, by providing them with the necessary resources and skills to address challenges and explore opportunities in the DeepTech sector in Africa, with a specific focus on Nigeria. As part of the program, there will be a panel discussion on the “Challenges and Opportunities of DeepTech in Africa/Nigeria – Socio-Economic and Policy Implications,” as well as an “AI Policy Roundtable.” These sessions will feature government officials and policymakers