Africa Centre for Entrepreneurship and Youth Empowerment’s Post

Savannah region tops the chart, but only as 'moderately free' - a stark reminder that even the best-performing regions have room for improvement. This highlights the urgent need for government officials to reassess and refine their policies to ensure greater freedom across all regions. If the top-performing region is only moderately free, it's clear that there's still much work to be done to unlock the full potential of every region. Stay tuned for more updates on the ACEYE 2024 REF Index Report. Link to full report: (https://lnkd.in/eQGR3Dnj) #ACEYE #AtlasNetwork #IMANI #regionalentrepreneurshipfreedomindex #REFIndex2024 #freemarket #Accra #Ghana #AfricaDevelopment #fundlib #Africanprosperity #privatesector #Ghana #aceyeat5 #ilapi

Investing in Africa is not just about economic gain; it's about fostering stability and prosperity. By creating jobs, promoting innovation, and empowering entrepreneurs, investment can address the root causes of poverty and conflict.

Opportunity alert! Call for proposals: The Agribusiness Challenge Fund targets SMEs in the following 20 Sub-Saharan Africa countries: Kenya, Benin, Burundi, Botswana, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, DRC, Ethiopia, Ghana, Malawi, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, South Africa, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia Selected SMEs will receive support from the Fund, including grants ranging from US$ 500,000 to US$ 2,500,000, disbursed over a 3-year period-(You must be providing a matching contribution of at least 30% of the total project cost) Applications are currently open and will close on November 22, 2024, with periodic collections of applications to be assessed every 12 weeks. #SMEs #FundingOpportunites #AfricanStartupEcosystem

A great opportunity for Agribusiness in Ethiopia.

Financing for agribusiness solutions here

To all my #smes in agribusiness, here is another round of #grants by Mastercard Foundation.

Empowering Women, Enriching Lives: Seed Funds for Petty Traders at Nnewi Market, Anambra State April 2024 Outreach In a heartwarming gesture, our organization provided seed funds to 10 petty traders at Nnewi Market, Anambra State, Nigeria. This initiative encouraged and supported women who embody resilience and dedication in meeting their families' daily needs. Nnewi Market, known for its vibrant atmosphere and diverse vendors, is a hub for traders in mixing women entrepreneurs who work tirelessly to make ends meet. Our seed funds enabled these women expand their businesses, increase their income, and improve their overall well-being. The beneficiaries, selected based on their entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to their families, received funding to boost their trading activities. This gesture is a testament to our organization's commitment to empowering women and promoting financial inclusion in local communities. By supporting these petty traders, we created a ripple effect of positive change in their lives, families, and the Market community at large. #NonProfitWork #SocialImpact #CommunityDevelopment #EmpoweringCommunities #SustainableDevelopment #GlobalGoals #SocialResponsiblity #MakeADifference #DoGood

Empowering Women, Enriching Lives: Seed Funds for Petty Traders at Nnewi Market, Anambra State April 2024 Outreach In a heartwarming gesture, our organization provided seed funds to 10 petty traders at Nnewi Market, Anambra State, Nigeria. This initiative encouraged and supported women who embody resilience and dedication in meeting their families' daily needs. Nnewi Market, known for its vibrant atmosphere and diverse vendors, is a hub for traders in mixing women entrepreneurs who work tirelessly to make ends meet. Our seed funds enabled these women expand their businesses, increase their income, and improve their overall well-being. The beneficiaries, selected based on their entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to their families, received funding to boost their trading activities. This gesture is a testament to our organization's commitment to empowering women and promoting financial inclusion in local communities. By supporting these petty traders, we created a ripple effect of positive change in their lives, families, and the Market community at large. #NonProfitWork #SocialImpact #CommunityDevelopment #EmpoweringCommunities #SustainableDevelopment #GlobalGoals #SocialResponsiblity #MakeADifference #DoGood

Might be relevant for African SMEs

This #grant will have stiff competition, but it's a good way to get on Mastercard's radar. They don't do open calls very often. "Selected SMEs will receive support from the Fund, including grants ranging from US$ 500,000 to US$ 2,500,000, disbursed over a 3-year period, based on the applicants’ development stage, scalability and business model....in the following 20 Sub-Saharan Africa countries: Kenya, Benin, Burundi, Botswana, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, DRC, Ethiopia, Ghana, Malawi, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, South Africa, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia." #fundingopportunity