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Young Nigerian entrepreneurs participating in a mentorship session at a modern co-working space, symbolizing innovation and collaboration.
Entrepreneurship

SMEDAN launches mentorship for 100,000, funding for 52 yearly

Each year, SMEDAN aims to support over 100,000 young Nigerian entrepreneurs, yet only 52 of them will receive direct seed funding of ₦250,000 through its new BRYNE program's weekly hackathon.

Jenna Wallace·August 15, 2026
Nigerian entrepreneurs in a futuristic Lagos cityscape utilizing advanced AI interfaces for business growth and innovation.
Entrepreneurship

7 Essential AI Tools for Nigerian Entrepreneurs in 2026

By 2026, a small Lagos-based e-commerce startup, leveraging AI for customer service and inventory, could achieve the market reach of a traditional enterprise ten times its size just five years prior.

Jenna Wallace·August 3, 2026
Nigerian healthcare leaders collaborating in a strategic planning session, symbolizing the UNICEF and DGI initiative to enhance primary healthcare governance and decision-making.
Leadership

UNICEF Nigeria launches healthcare leadership initiative with DGI

In three Nigerian states—Adamawa, Kwara, and Sokoto—UNICEF is launching an initiative that begins not with new clinics, but with a rigorous assessment of how local health agencies make policy decision

Alina Petrov·April 12, 2026
Young Nigerian engineers and entrepreneurs collaborating on a glowing prototype in a modern innovation hub, symbolizing the impact of the Nigerian Engineering Olympiad's ₦3 million grants.
Entrepreneurship

Nigerian Engineering Olympiad Launches ₦3 Million Grant Program for Startups

The Nigerian Engineering Olympiad has selected 30 innovation teams to receive a ₦3 million grant each for prototype development and technical mentorship. This initiative injects significant capital and support into Nigeria's burgeoning tech and engineering startup scene.

Jenna Wallace·April 6, 2026
Diverse entrepreneurs collaborating in a modern co-working space, symbolizing global initiatives and platforms supporting startup innovation and business growth.
Entrepreneurship

New Initiatives and Platforms Launch to Promote Business Innovation for Startups

New initiatives and platforms are launching globally to promote business innovation and support startups with crucial resources and market access. These programs offer mentorship, education, and strategic opportunities to help entrepreneurs build resilient businesses.

Jenna Wallace·April 2, 2026