The Common Fund for Commodities (CFC) invites applications for financial support from projects that aim to transform commodity value chains and uplift smallholder and SME-based enterprises in CFC member countries. The CFC provides a variety of financial and technical support options to empower SMEs, cooperatives, International Commodity Bodies (ICBs), and other institutions, particularly those led by or supporting women in agriculture.
The GROW Project offers a grant to enhance gender-inclusive workplace infrastructure for women-led enterprises.
The Hive Accelerator is a business growth program for high-growth, investment-ready startups in Uganda. Over three years, the program will support 80 startups with training, funding, mentorship, and investment opportunities. Cohort 4 applications close on March 16, 2025.
This is an intervention by UDB to enable access to affordable financing and Business support with the aim of promoting sustainable growth […]
The Innovation Hub Manager Masterclass is a free monthly online session designed to help university innovation leaders and entrepreneurship educators build thriving innovation hubs. This session focuses on Intellectual Property (IP) protection and offers practical insights into safeguarding innovations.
The RISE Urban Challenge supports urban entrepreneurs and innovators in low- and middle-income countries to scale resilience solutions in informal urban settings. Winners receive up to $50,000 in funding, leadership training, investor connections, and mentoring. Apply by April 11, 2025. #UrbanResilience #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #WomenAndYouth
The Green Businesses and Jobs for the Green Transformation – Uganda program, implemented by GIZ and Stanbic Business Incubator Limited (SBIL), supports female-led businesses in Sustainable Agriculture, Renewable Energy, Circular Economy, and Waste Management. Eligible businesses receive training, coaching, and access to finance to scale their impact. Businesses must be registered, operate in Kampala, Mukono, or Wakiso, and have an annual turnover of UGX 50M+.
The Humanitarian Innovation Accelerator Programme supports innovative humanitarian solutions, providing necessary support for both early-stage and scaling projects. It emphasizes collaboration with global partners to enhance humanitarian response.
The UCIF, funded by the UK Government, supports innovations addressing climate change in Uganda’s agriculture sector. Open to individuals and organizations, the program offers seed funding (£10K–£200K), technical support, and investor linkages. Innovations must be piloted in northern Uganda or refugee settlements. Applications begin with a concept note via the CSJ website.
A Japan-based business idea contest is now open for startups and individuals with innovative solutions to Africa’s social issues. Finalists get to pitch in Kobe with travel covered and cash prizes up to ¥1,000,000. Apply by May 16, 2025.
Opportunity for Agri-SMEs to join a dynamic support program aimed at transforming food systems in Africa.
The Humanitarian Innovation Accelerator (HIA) 2.0 by WFP and Luxembourg supports innovative tech-driven solutions that address humanitarian challenges. Ventures receive up to $150K equity-free funding, global exposure, and 12 months of hands-on support. Apply by April 27, 2025.
