Applications are now open for the 2021 Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) Entrepreneurship Programme.
This year’s intervention prioritises the economic recovery of small and medium scale enterprises (SMEs) and young African entrepreneurs, following the Covid-19 disruption to economic activities.
The Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme is a $100million commitment made by the Elumelu family to empower 10,000 African entrepreneurs over a 10-year period through, training, mentorship and funding. The goal is to create at least 1million jobs and contribute over $10billion in revenue to the African economy.
The Entrepreneurship Programme identifies outstanding African entrepreneurs who have start-ups or business ideas with the potential to grow. The TEF Entrepreneurship Programme will be delivered in different phases as listed below:
·Application Phase
·Training &Mentorship Phase
·Business Plan Submission Phase
·Pitching Phase
·Seed Capital Phase
Application Deadline: 31st March 2021.
·The Programme is open to entrepreneurs across Africa, both new start-ups and existing young businesses, operating in any sector.
Successful applicants receive a world-class business training, mentorship, non-refundable seed capital up to $5,000, and global networking opportunities.
Visit https://www.tonyelumelufoundation.org/press-releases/2021-tef-entrepreneurship-programmeto apply.
