2024 Orange Corners Nigeria Incubation Programme for Young Entrepreneurs (40,000 Euros in Funding)
The Orange Corners Nigeria Incubation Programme, a powerful partnership between the Kingdom of Netherlands and FATE Foundation, is thrilled to announce our expansion into Ogun State! Orange Corners been empowering aspiring entrepreneurs to turn their dreams into businesses for the past five years, nurturing a whopping 180 businesses through nine incredible cohorts. Witnessing their transformations is a testament to the magic that happens within our dynamic Orange Corners ecosystem.
Developed and funded by the Embassy of the Kingdom of Netherlands in Lagos and implemented by FATE Foundation, our program has one core mission: to cultivate a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in Nigeria. We empower young people with the skills and knowledge they need to create economic opportunities for themselves and their communities.
To be eligible, you must be:
Age: Between 18 – 35 years old
Residence: Reside in Ogun State
Business Stage: Concept Validation
Sector Preferences: Circular Economy, Agriculture, Health, Water Solutions and Tech
Gender: Strong Focus on a Gender Balance
Digital: Computer Literate and have Access to a Laptop or Data Enabled Device
Application Process:
Application Stage I:
Interested applicants must complete the online form here. Applicants will be required to complete all the required fields and upload the following:
Passport Photograph
School Certificate or Statement of Result
Birth Certificate
CAC Registration (Optional)
Stage II:
Following a review of all received applications, 30 candidates will be shortlisted for a 2-day Bootcamp which will culminate in a Pitch Competition to shortlist the top 20 participants per stream to go through the Incubation programme.
Through the support of the Kingdom of Netherlands Orange Corners, and other Partners, the programme is FREE to entrepreneurs who are shortlisted to the Bootcamp and incubation stage. This scholarship support from Orange Corners Nigeria covers all direct course fees.
The 6-month Incubation programmme comprises of in-person capacity building sessions, business advisory and mentoring, industry visits and networking events. Do note the programme will be delivered in-person and virtually.
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Orange Corners Nigeria Incubation Programme
Deadline: 26th May 2024
