Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme 2026

The Tony Elumelu Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Entrepreneurship Programme 2026. This initiative aims to empower a new generation of African entrepreneurs through funding, mentorship, and training.

🏢 About the Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme

The Tony Elumelu Foundation, which celebrated ten years of impact in 2020, is dedicated to empowering African entrepreneurs. Through the TEF Entrepreneurship Programme, the foundation supports innovative and transformative business ideas across the continent.

🎁 Benefits of the Programme

Selected applicants will receive:

• World-class business management training
• Mentorship
• $5,000 non-refundable seed capital
• Access to key networks and markets
• Global networking opportunities

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the programme, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be citizens or legal residents of any of the 54 African countries.
• Be 18 years or older (no upper age limit).
• The business must be registered and operate in Africa.
• Eligible businesses include ideas or early-stage companies (0–3 years old).
• Focus on innovative, transformative, and for-profit ideas.
• The programme encourages participation from French, Arabic, Portuguese speakers, and female entrepreneurs.

Exclusions:

• Research institutions
• Faith-based organisations
• Trading companies
• Government contractors
• Businesses outside Africa
• Businesses harmful to the environment, lives, or property

📅 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: 01 March, 2026
• To apply, visit the Tony Elumelu Foundation Application Portal.

🌐 How to Apply

• View details of the programme on the Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme Portal.
• Submit your application through the TEF Application Dashboard.

Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to grow your business and join a network of transformative African entrepreneurs!

• World-class business management training
• Mentorship
• $5,000 non-refundable seed capital
• Access to key networks and markets
• Global Networking Opportunities