Grants and Awards

The Afri Women Innovation (AWI) Grant, part of the EquiHER initiative, aligns with the United Nations SDG and aims to support African women with promising business ideas or existing companies in Africa. In 2023, the AWI Grant will provide entrepreneurship training, mentorship, and financial support of $5,000 to 500 women across the African continent. No matter the size of your idea, whether it’s small or already established, we firmly believe that even the tiniest idea has the potential to create significant change. And if you have a substantial idea, it can go even further. Your business idea doesn’t have to be groundbreaking; what truly matters is its ability to bring

The Lens Based Incubation Programme is dedicated to fostering the development of creative ideas and transforming them into successful products and businesses. By embracing the artistic, technical, experimental, and innovative aspects of lens-based approaches, participants have the opportunity to create new and meaningful visions of Africa. Additionally, participants have the chance to win up to USD$10,000 in seed funding. During or after the programme, participants are provided with the necessary support and resources to establish their own Lens-Based Creative Businesses. This includes assistance in business development, finance management, branding and communications, legal matters (IP), website and platform development, and product development. MAD House by tikera Africa is a Creative Incubator,

The European Cultural Foundation is calling on individual journalists and small media organizations to apply for a micro-grant. This micro-grants program aims to promote the creation of journalistic content on important topics. The goal is to establish a European media landscape that is firmly rooted in public values and inclusivity, striving to create a collective platform that reflects the diverse realities shared across the continent. They are particularly interested in individuals and small media organizations that are eager to collaborate across borders with pan-European relevance, focusing on themes of urgency and innovative storytelling. What do they offer? To facilitate collaboration among journalists, Hostwriter will provide a dedicated channel on their

RES4Africa Foundation is excited to announce the launch of RAISEAfrica – Renewables Accelerators for Innovative Startups and Entrepreneurs in Africa – an initiative that aims to accelerate the growth of innovative startups and entrepreneurs in Africa’s renewable energy sector. In collaboration with Enel Green Power (EGP), Energias De Portugal (EDP), the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), and South African Institute of Chartered Accounts Enterprise Development (SAICA ED), RES4Africa is committed to empowering young talents and visionaries to shape a sustainable future for the continent. RAISEAfrica offers a comprehensive range of programs, including pre-acceleration and acceleration programs, tailored specifically for the renewable energy industry in Africa. This initiative is

The 2024 GCSP Prize for Transformative Futures in Peace and Security is now accepting applications! This prestigious prize aims to honor groundbreaking ideas that have the potential to address the most pressing challenges in peace and security. We welcome applications from individuals and organizations from all around the world, with a particular emphasis on concepts that go beyond national boundaries in their scope or thinking. Whether your concept revolves around transformative technologies, pandemics, biothreats, autonomous weapons, climate change, human rights, cybersecurity, education, disarmament, or any other relevant field, we encourage you to apply and showcase your innovative vision. 1. The applications for this opportunity are open to individuals from all

The GET.invest Finance Catalyst connects financiers with projects and companies. It focuses on small- and medium-scale sustainable energy opportunities in sub-Saharan Africa, the Caribbean, and the Pacific region. The team offers advisory support in investment strategy, business case structuring, and accessing finance. Eligibility Requirements To be eligible for support from the GET.invest Finance Catalyst, applicants must meet the following criteria: 1. Investment size: The total investment size over a period of approximately 5 years should be significant enough to benefit from professional independent transaction advisory services. These services should add value to the client and be appreciated by financiers. The Finance Catalyst advisors’ expertise should complement the client’s internal resources.

WIN Leadership Accelerator is a dynamic and comprehensive career and leadership program designed specifically for journalists and editors in Africa, the Arab Region, and Southeast Asia. With a duration of nine months, this intensive program aims to equip participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their roles.jour Every year, we accept a select group of 100-150 applicants who meet our eligibility criteria. Women media professionals from countries such as Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Somalia, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe (WIN Africa) are encouraged to apply. Similarly, women from Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, and Palestine (WIN Arab Region), as well as Myanmar, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Indonesia (Southeast Asia),

The EU – West Africa Arts Fusion Residency & Expo 2024 aims to showcase the incredible power of artistic fusion in West Africa. This event brings together artists and creatives from Ghana, Togo, Benin, and EU Member States to foster collaboration and cultural exchange. Selected artists will have the opportunity to participate in a residency project in Ghana, near Accra on the coast. The residency will culminate in a closing event at the residence of the EU Ambassador in Ghana, H.E. Irchad Razaaly, located in Accra. requirments To be part of this extraordinary fusion event, passionate artists and creators from Ghana, Togo, Benin, and EU Member States are invited to

In order to further strengthen the connections in business ecosystem, IFC is currently conducting a comprehensive study on Connecting Africa’s Entrepreneurs. The aim of this study is to enhance the connection process between entrepreneurs and investors, accelerators, and incubators. IFC has played a pioneering role in fostering entrepreneurial ecosystems throughout Africa. We have invested in and supported a wide range of companies, funds, accelerators, incubators, and other impactful organizations. We are motivated by the pervasive concerns surrounding the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Africa. We recognize the challenges that investors, accelerators, and incubators face in cultivating a strong pipeline of high-growth potential entrepreneurs. Additionally, we understand the obstacles that entrepreneurs encounter when

Since 2003, Action For Nature (AFN), ECO-HERO AWARDS FOR YOUNG ENVIRONMENTALISTS. a non-profit organization based in the United States, has been dedicated to recognizing and rewarding young individuals who are actively addressing the world’s challenging environmental issues. We take great pride in acknowledging the remarkable efforts of young people aged 8 to 16 from all corners of the globe. These individuals have undertaken innovative environmental projects, and as a token of appreciation, we offer them a cash prize, a certificate of achievement, and public recognition. Prizes Our winners not only receive a cash prize of up to $500, but they also gain exclusive access to our Eco-Hero Alumni Facebook Group.

The Sigma Awards, a prestigious event in the field of data journalism, is making a comeback. Every year, this esteemed awards ceremony recognizes and celebrates the finest achievements in data journalism from across the globe. The Sigma Awards warmly welcome submissions from data teams, regardless of their size, as well as from individuals and freelancers who have undertaken remarkable projects throughout the previous year. Once you submit your work, we will carefully compile and review it, and the most exceptional entry will emerge victorious. Data journalism plays a crucial role in helping people comprehend intricate information about the world. In recent times, the utilization of data, satellite imagery, machine learning,

Established in 1997, the annual UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize recognizes individuals, organizations, or institutions that have made remarkable contributions to the defense and promotion of press freedom worldwide, even in the face of danger. This prestigious prize was initiated by UNESCO’s Executive Board and is officially awarded by UNESCO on World Press Freedom Day, which falls on May 3rd. The prize is named in honor of Guillermo Cano Isaza, a Colombian journalist who was tragically assassinated in front of the offices of his newspaper, El Espectador, in Bogotá, Colombia on December 17, 1986. Nomination To nominate candidates for the UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize 2024, UNESCO invites