ECOWAS Youth and Women Entrepreneurship Programme (EYWEP) 2026

The ECOWAS Youth and Women Entrepreneurship Programme (EYWEP) 2026 is a capacity-building and mentorship initiative to empower young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 35 in ECOWAS member states. It offers eligibility-based selection for projects with grants and access to financial and technical partners upon completion. The programme includes scoring-based awards and regional recognition for top entries, with prize money for the best projects.

Grants for top projects, special prizes, and a connection with financial and technical partners; mentorship and potential follow-up support.

Young people aged 18 to 35 who are nationals or residents of one of the seven pilot countries and who already have an existing business or entrepreneurial activity.

Prepare and submit required documents (CV, identity document, presentation note, simplified business plan or business model, financial plan, and company documents) to the country-specific email address with the subject line as required.