Opportunity Lab

25/05/2026

Founders Support Initiative 2026 Opens for Applications

Applications are now open for the Founders Support Initiative (FSI) 2026 Cohort. The programme supports ambitious entrepreneurs building scalable businesses across Nigeria. Selected founders can access up to ₦3 million in non-dilutive funding. In addition, participants will receive mentorship, business training, and ecosystem support without giving away equity. For more opportunities, visit OpportunityLab.net...

http://opportunitylab.net/founders-support-initiative-2026-opens-for-applications/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Apply for the Founders Support Initiative 2026 Cohort and access up to ₦3 million in non-dilutive funding, mentorship, training, and startup support.

25/05/2026

CIL Academy Foundational AI Training Program Opens for Students 2026

Applications are now open for the CIL Academy Foundational AI Training Program 2026. The programme offers free AI training for 100 selected students interested in technology and digital innovation. In partnership with the Google Developer Group, the initiative aims to help students gain practical digital skills and foundational knowledge in artificial intelligence. For more opportunities, visit OpportunityLab....

25/05/2026

Resilience Fellowship 2026 for East African Changemakers

Applications are now open for the Resilience Fellowship 2026. The programme supports young changemakers across East Africa who want to strengthen leadership skills, emotional wellbeing, and community resilience. In addition, selected participants will receive a KES 40,000 stipend, covered travel, mentorship, and leadership training during the nine-month fellowship. For more fellowship opportunities, visit OpportunityLab Fellowships....

Apply for the Resilience Fellowship 2026 for East African changemakers. Selected fellows will receive a KES 40,000 stipend, mentorship, and covered travel.

22/05/2026

Future Energy Leaders Innovation Challenge 2026

Applications are now open for the Future Energy Leaders Innovation Challenge 2026. The programme supports young African innovators building clean energy and climate-focused solutions for the continent. In addition, selected participants can receive up to $5,000 in equity-free grants, mentorship, incubation support, and global exposure. For more innovation opportunities, visit OpportunityLab.net African Energy Innovation Challenge for Young Entrepreneurs The Africa Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP) launched this initiative under the Future of Energy Conference 2026....

http://opportunitylab.net/future-energy-leaders-innovation-challenge-2026/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Apply for the Future Energy Leaders Innovation Challenge 2026 and win up to $5,000 equity-free grants for clean energy and climate innovation projects in Africa

22/05/2026

M Ventures Support Program 2026 for African Menstrual Health Enterprises

Applications are now open for the M Ventures Support Program for African Menstrual Health Enterprises. The initiative supports startups and SMEs building affordable and sustainable menstrual health products across Africa. In addition, selected businesses can receive up to $30,000 in catalytic funding alongside mentorship, technical assistance, and market support. For more startup opportunities, visit OpportunityLab.net...

http://opportunitylab.net/m-ventures-support-program-2026-for-african-menstrual-health-enterprises/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Apply for the M Ventures Support Program 2026 and receive up to $30,000 funding, mentorship, and business support for menstrual health enterprises in Africa.

21/05/2026

UICC Technical Fellowships 2026

The Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) has opened applications for the 2026 Technical Fellowships Programme. The fellowship supports cancer professionals who want to gain new skills, improve cancer control knowledge, and strengthen healthcare systems in their home countries. In addition, the programme offers short international learning visits lasting between two weeks and two months. Participants will learn directly from experienced cancer institutions and professionals around the world....

Apply for the UICC Technical Fellowships 2026. Cancer professionals can gain international training, mentorship, and practical experience.

21/05/2026

AIMS Mathematical Sciences for Teachers Programme 2026

The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) Ghana has opened applications for the 2026 Master of Mathematical Sciences for Teachers (MMST) Programme. The programme supports mathematics teachers across Africa who want to improve their teaching skills, research knowledge, and understanding of modern mathematics. In addition, the programme combines mathematical theory, computing, and practical teaching methods. Therefore, participants can strengthen both classroom delivery and professional growth....

Apply for the AIMS Mathematical Sciences for Teachers Programme 2026 in Ghana. Fully funded MSc programme for African mathematics teachers with online.

21/05/2026

Dufil Prima Graduate Engineer Trainee Programme 2026

Applications are now open for the Dufil Prima Graduate Engineer Trainee Programme 2026. The programme targets young Nigerian graduates who want practical experience in engineering and manufacturing operations. Dufil Prima Foods Ltd is one of Nigeria’s leading FMCG companies. In addition, the company operates multiple processing plants across the country. Selected trainees will work in locations such as Lagos, Kaduna, Port Harcourt, Aba, and Sango Ota....

Apply for the Dufil Prima Graduate Engineer Trainee Programme 2026 for young Nigerian engineers. Gain hands-on FMCG training in production, and automation.

20/05/2026

UNFCCC CAPACITY Fellowship Programme 2026 Opens for Climate Professionals

The 2026 UNFCCC CAPACITY Fellowship Programme is now open for applications. The fully funded fellowship supports climate professionals from Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and Least Developed Countries (LDCs). In addition, selected fellows will work at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Secretariat in Bonn, Germany. The programme focuses on climate adaptation, sustainable development, and climate policy implementation....

Apply for the UNFCCC CAPACITY Fellowship Programme 2026 in Germany. Selected fellows will receive a EUR 4,500 monthly stipend, and travel support.

20/05/2026

African Union Food and Energy Sovereignty Challenge 2026 Opens for African Innovators

African innovators, startups, and SMEs can now apply for the African Union Food and Energy Sovereignty Challenge 2026, a continental initiative designed to support scalable solutions in food security, renewable energy, and industrial resilience across Africa. The programme, themed “Rooted and Powered in Resilience,” seeks innovative businesses capable of reducing Africa’s dependence on external food and energy systems. In addition, the challenge supports entrepreneurs building technologies that strengthen sustainability, climate resilience, and local production systems....

Apply for the African Union Food and Energy Sovereignty Challenge 2026 for African innovators. Get scaling support, investor exposure and continental visibility