African Union Enterprise Africa Network (EAN) Fellowship Programme 2026/27

The African Union Enterprise Africa Network (EAN) Fellowship Programme is a 12-month fellowship for youth- and women-led small enterprises in Africa. It provides structured training, expert mentorship through African Union partners, and access to market intelligence tools, along with participation in continental events. The programme is implemented by the AU Commission and targets MSMEs across the continent, with a focus on sectors aligned with AfCFTA.

Twelve months of structured training across ten modules, expert mentorship, access to the African Trade Observatory and AfCFTA market intelligence tools, and participation in continental events.

Applicants must be youth- and women-led small enterprises registered in an AU Member State, operating for at least two years and employing a minimum of three full-time staff.

Submit your online application via the programme’s website.