{"id":13960,"date":"2023-08-22T13:16:39","date_gmt":"2023-08-22T13:16:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/presspay.ng\/news\/?p=13960"},"modified":"2023-08-22T13:16:41","modified_gmt":"2023-08-22T13:16:41","slug":"call-for-applications-ayoba-nigeria-sme-accelerator-program-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/presspay.ng\/news\/call-for-applications-ayoba-nigeria-sme-accelerator-program-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"Call For Applications: Ayoba Nigeria SME Accelerator Program 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Ayoba SME Accelerator Program <\/strong>is designed to help SMEs overcome challenges, scale their operations, and achieve sustainable success in their respective industries. Over the next three months, this program will equip 10,000+ SMEs in Nigeria with digital tools and skills to better position them for growth and sustainability<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ayoba Nigeria SME Accelerator Program 2023, <\/strong>in collaboration with Adanian Labs, aims to catalyze the growth of Nigerian businesses through digitization. This program addresses a myriad of challenges faced by small businesses including limited access to capital; leveraging technology for growth; market access, and meaningful mentorship. The program is specifically designed to foster innovation, enhance competitiveness, drive growth, and create sustainable employment opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eligibility<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Applications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis to ascertain alignment with the program and to ensure maximum benefit for selected businesses. Below is a guide on what we will be looking out for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

High-Potential SMEs:<\/strong> High-potential SMEs are businesses that have demonstrated strong growth potential and have the potential to make a significant impact on their industry or community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leveraging Technology:<\/strong> The product or service has the potential to be scaled through technology & digitization<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Capacity<\/strong>: The core team has the capacity and expertise to drive overall growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Build A Stronger Business Ecosystem: <\/strong>The program is designed to create a vibrant business ecosystem by facilitating collaboration and networking among SMEs, mentors, investors, and stakeholders via Ayoba\u2019s platform. Together, we\u2019ll empower SMEs to flourish and expand Ayoba\u2019s user community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Promote<\/strong> Afriwill Identity & Culture: <\/strong>The program focuses on promoting Afriwill\u2019s identity and culture using Ayoba\u2019s platform. They embrace the continent\u2019s diverse languages and cultures, strengthening Ayoba\u2019s brand as a value-based platform connecting people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Focus On Key Growth Areas: <\/strong>Adanian Labs prioritize technology solutions for Africa\u2019s key growth sectors, predominantly driven by SME industries. This strategic focus enables Ayoba to effectively support SME customers in these sectors and expand its customer base within these key industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How It Works<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Onboarded SMEs will enjoy the following benefits amongst others:<\/p>\n\n\n\n