AfriLabs

Up to US $100K Grant Funding Opportunity for Digital Public Goods with the UNICEF Venture Fund 🚀       Join AfriLabs and UNICEF for a webinar designed to help African startups scale their impact through open, safe, and inclusive innovation.      Learn about the equity-free funding from UNICEF Venture Fund available to entrepreneurs developing groundbreaking solutions with AI and Blockchain for Data and Trust.     🗓️ Save the date: 12th December    🕑 2pm WAT | 3pm CAT | 4pm EAT     Register here 👉 https://bit.ly/DPG-FUNDING   

📢 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐨𝐧! Get ready to join us for an empowering conversation focused on women’s leadership in climate adaptation and resilience.    👩🏽🌾 Women are not just participants; they are essential architects in building climate-resilient communities. However, they often face disproportionate challenges that hinder their full potential. This webinar will provide a platform to discuss how we can elevate their leadership, amplify their impact, and create inclusive solutions that benefit everyone.    📅 When: 5th December 2024  ⏰ Time: 14:00 WAT | 4:00 PM EAT  🔗 Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/dPPxmdtE    Join us as we explore actionable strategies, share inspiring stories, and foster a collaborative environment where women can lead the charge in tackling climate challenges. Together, we can empower women to shape a sustainable future for all!    #YouthADAPTChallenge #ClimateAction #EmpowerWomen #SustainableFuture #GenderEquality #ClimateResilience 

📢🚨 Final Call! Applications Close Today! It’s the last day to apply for the ONEPlanET WEF Nexus Expert Directory! Don’t miss this opportunity to share your knowledge and contribute to addressing Africa’s most pressing resource challenges in water, energy, and food security. 🔹 Join an exclusive directory connecting experts with stakeholders. 🔹 Be part of interdisciplinary collaborations transforming resource management. 🔹 Help build sustainable futures in Africa’s WEF Nexus sectors. 📥 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/dRUQ56GN 📅 Deadline: 30th November 2024 Today is your last chance to make an impact—apply now! #WEFExperts #ONEPlanET #Innovation

We were delighted to welcome Steve Tchoumba Executive Director of ActivSpaces and Board Secretary at AfriLabs back with us, and it was a pleasure to host Alfredo Cuanda of Ideario˙ Venture Studio, and the talented singer and songwriter Tania Takoh known as T'neeya for the first time! During their visit, they also had the chance to be part of our IEP Graduation, where some of our entrepreneurs celebrated a major milestone. It was great having them join us and share in this special moment. #RLabs #MakingHOPEContagious #ActivSpaces #AfriLabs #IDEARIOBRS #SouthAfrica #Mozambique #Cameroon #IEPGraduation2024 #Westridge #MitchellsPlain #FF2024 #RLabs2024

🚀 Exciting News! AfriLabs is thrilled to welcome 18 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐡𝐮𝐛𝐬 to our network in Q3 2024! This growth includes our new presence in 𝐌𝐨𝐤𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠, Lesotho, marking a significant step in expanding our reach and impact across the continent. These hubs play a crucial role in fostering entrepreneurship, collaboration, and technological advancement across the continent. Join us in welcoming: 🗺 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚: ⚡VORTEX CENTRAL, Lagos, Nigeria ⚡Lhaude Africa, Lagos, Nigeria ⚡Darey.io (Xterns Community), Lagos, Nigeria ⚡kristina&jade learning center, Maryland & Lagos, Nigeria ⚡CorestreamNG, Jos, Nigeria ⚡INOVTECH FOUNDATION (InovTech STEM Center), Accra, Ghana ⚡Centre for Enterprise Learning C., Accra, Ghana ⚡WISLAW Education and Support Fund, Tarkwa, Ghana ⚡Enactus UMaT, Tarkwa, Ghana ⚡Mektoub (French), Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso 🗺 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚: ⚡The Lolwe AI Hub, Nairobi, Kenya ⚡JHUB Africa, Nairobi, Kenya 🗺 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚: ⚡Empire Partner Foundation, Johannesburg, South Africa ⚡I'M IN STARTUP HUB, Johannesburg, South Africa ⚡Savant Technology Incubator, Cape Town, South Africa ⚡Lesotho Entrepreneurship Hub and Seed Financing Facility, Maseru, Lesotho ⚡Makhala Thekiso Foundation, Mokhotlong, Lesotho (New City) 🗺 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚: ⚡Boris Bison Youth Empowerment Business Incubator (BBYEBI) (French), Douala, Cameroon 🔗 Read the full press release to learn more about our new members and what they bring to the AfriLabs community 👉 https://lnkd.in/d578Y9zN Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected entrepreneurial ecosystem across the continent! #AfriLabs #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #AfricaRising #NewHubs #Empowerment

💡 Are you ready to dive into the pivotal role women play in shaping climate adaptation and driving sustainability? This is your chance to engage with the inspiring narratives and actionable insights that can spark change! Join us for the #YouthADAPT Challenge webinar designed just for YOU!    📌 Topic: Women as Leaders in Climate Adaptation: Empowering Change  📅 Date: 5th December 2024  ⏰ Time: 14:00 WAT | 4:00 PM EAT  🎟️ Secure your spot today: https://lnkd.in/dPPxmdtE    In this dynamic session, you will discover actionable strategies, hear inspiring stories, and explore bold ideas from women leaders who are at the forefront of climate solutions. Together, we will amplify their voices and advocate for a more inclusive and equitable future in climate action.    Let’s come together to celebrate and support the incredible contributions of women in this field and learn how we can all play a part in fostering gender equality and sustainability. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a transformative conversation!    #YouthADAPTChallenge #ClimateAction #EmpowerWomen #SustainableFuture #GenderEquality #ClimateResilience   

🎉 Happy Birthday, 𝐎𝐫𝐡𝐮𝐞 𝐈𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐢! Today, we’re excited to celebrate you, our amazing People Management Lead! Your leadership and commitment to creating a supportive and thriving workplace culture truly make a difference at AfriLabs. From guiding the team to ensuring everyone feels valued, you play a vital role in our success. Here’s to another fantastic year ahead, filled with growth, achievements, and new milestones. Happy Birthday, Orhue! 🎈 We’re so grateful to have you on our team. #AfriLabs #AfriLabsBirthdays

🚨⏳ Only 3 Days Left to Join the ONEPlanET WEF Nexus Directory!    Are you an organization or professional passionate about addressing Africa’s sustainability and climate change challenges? ONEPlanET is calling on experts in water, energy, and food systems to join our directory—a critical part of our innovative Knowledge Hub.   By joining, you’ll:  🔹 Be featured on a global platform connecting policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders.  🔹 Influence cutting-edge policies and models for integrated resource management.  🔹 Contribute to Africa’s sustainable development goals.    📥 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/dRUQ56GN  📅 Deadline: 30th November 2024    Join the network of changemakers today! #AfriLabs #WEFExperts #Innovation 

🔔 We are pleased to announce that our Director of Community at AfriLabs, Zeineb Messaoud, will represent us at two significant events. She will participate in the Impact Hub Virtual Panel: Scaling Entrepreneurial Communities for Impact on November 28th, 2024, where she will share valuable insights on fostering impactful entrepreneurial ecosystems. Following this, Zeineb will attend EMERGING Valley 2024 in Marseille, France on December 3rd, 2024, the leading international summit in France and Europe dedicated to accelerating innovation, entrepreneurship, and investments between Africa and Europe. As AfriLabs, we are committed to advancing innovation and entrepreneurship across Africa, empowering communities to create sustainable impact and drive economic growth. To stay updated on Zeineb's participation and our initiatives, we encourage you to follow our social media pages and visit our website at www.afrilabs.com for more information. #AfriLabs #Entrepreneurship #Innovation

Ever wondered how 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐬 (𝐃𝐏𝐆𝐬) are transforming access to critical resources and services globally? 🤔 Join us to explore funding strategies tailored to open-source innovations during the Funding Opportunities for Digital Public Goods webinar. Gain insights from experts and discover how to position your DPGs for maximum funding impact. Learn how to secure up to $100K in funding through the UNICEF Venture Fund. 🗓 Date: 12 December 🕑 Time: 2pm WAT | 3pm CAT | 4pm EAT 🖋 Secure your spot: https://bit.ly/DPG-FUNDING Let’s innovate for a better tomorrow! #digitalpublicgoods #dpgs #unicefinnovation #afrilabs #techforgood #startups #accelerators #innovation #techfordevelopment