Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme 2026

The Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme 2026 is a continental programme for African entrepreneurs that identifies, trains, mentors and funds selected applicants with innovative business ideas or early-stage companies. Participants receive business training, mentorship, seed funding, and access to networks and markets to help scale their ventures.

World-class business management training; mentorship; $5,000 seed capital; access to key networks and markets; global networking opportunities.

Open to all citizens or legal residents of any of the 54 African countries. The proposed business must be registered and operate in Africa. Applicants must be 18 years old or older and not a minor in their country of residence.

Submit an application via TEF Connect (official application portal).