ELISA Business Scholars Program 2026

The ELISA Business Scholars Program 2026 is a multi-part opportunity that supports founders of startups in Africa with an initial training experience and a year-long mentoring program. Scholars receive a 2-day training session, ongoing coaching, conference accommodations, travel support, and access to a business network and virtual events throughout a one-year period.

2-day training session and conference materials; one year of mentoring from a business coach; conference accommodations and meals; flights booked for you or travel costs reimbursed; access to business leaders and the ELISA Business Summit; lifetime membership to the ELISA business network and virtual events; unlimited access to entrepreneurial content

They welcome applicants of any age, sector or gender who are founders of their ventures. The business should primarily operate in Africa and the applicant must reside in an African country and be able to meet with a coach monthly.

Create a profile on the ELISA Portal to create a Project Page, then submit an Executive Summary and CV as part of the application.