Call for Applications: Scale Your Ethiopian Business Through Franchising
Are you ready to expand beyond a single location? The Enterprise Support Scheme offers expert technical assistance to help Ethiopian enterprises build franchise-ready systems.
What the Scheme Offers
This is Technical Assistance only (no grants or cash):
Franchise readiness diagnostics & SOP development.
Legal, regulatory, and governance guidance.
Coaching during your pilot franchise rollout.
Who Should Apply?
Privately owned Ethiopian enterprises (minimum 2 years in operation).
Sectors: Food & Beverage, Consumer Goods/Services, Health, or Light Manufacturing.
Priority: Youth/Women-led businesses and those expanding to secondary cities (Bahir Dar, Hawassa, etc.).
Deadline: 15th March 2026
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Commissioned by GIZ (PSD-E) on behalf of BMZ, and implemented by sequa gGmbH.
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Are you ready to expand beyond a single location? The Enterprise Support Scheme offers expert technical assistance to help Ethiopian enterprises build franchise-ready systems.
What the Scheme Offers
This is Technical Assistance only (no grants or cash):
Franchise readiness diagnostics & SOP development.
Legal, regulatory, and governance guidance.
Coaching during your pilot franchise rollout.
Who Should Apply?
Privately owned Ethiopian enterprises (minimum 2 years in operation).
Sectors: Food & Beverage, Consumer Goods/Services, Health, or Light Manufacturing.
Priority: Youth/Women-led businesses and those expanding to secondary cities (Bahir Dar, Hawassa, etc.).
Deadline: 15th March 2026
Click here to Apply.
Commissioned by GIZ (PSD-E) on behalf of BMZ, and implemented by sequa gGmbH.
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The search for Africa’s top tech talent is on. 🌍🚀
Applications for the African Union Digital & Innovation Fellowship (2026/2027 Cohort) are now open.
Through this 12-month immersive programme, 12 tech-skilled young professionals will be selected to contribute directly to Africa’s digital transformation from within the African Union system, working at the intersection of technology, policy, and innovation.
Are you ready to code for the continent? 👩🏾💻✨
Click here to explore the 12 open fellowship positions and submit your application today.
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Applications for the African Union Digital & Innovation Fellowship (2026/2027 Cohort) are now open.
Through this 12-month immersive programme, 12 tech-skilled young professionals will be selected to contribute directly to Africa’s digital transformation from within the African Union system, working at the intersection of technology, policy, and innovation.
Are you ready to code for the continent? 👩🏾💻✨
Click here to explore the 12 open fellowship positions and submit your application today.
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African Union Continental Capacity-Building Programme for Youth is open for applications until 27 February.
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📢 Opportunity Alert! Are you an African leader looking for a fully-funded leadership development opportunity? Applications are now open for the Mountaintop Emerging Leaders Fellowship.
What is it? Two-week leadership program & year-long virtual engagement.
Where: Nairobi, Kenya
Deadline: February 8, 2026.
Click here to apply.
Benefits
➡️ Fully funded two‑week residential Leadership Institute in Nairobi, Kenya, covering flights, visa costs, accommodation, meals, local transportation, and program activities.
➡️ Access to expert advisors and leadership coaching. Project guidance and structured reflection throughout the year.
➡️ Access to competitive micro-grants, such as Catalyst Funds of up to $1,000, to support project needs.
➡️ Increased visibility for your work through Mountaintop platforms and networks.
➡️ Access to the Mountaintop global Fellows, alumni, and partners.
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What is it? Two-week leadership program & year-long virtual engagement.
Where: Nairobi, Kenya
Deadline: February 8, 2026.
Click here to apply.
Benefits
➡️ Fully funded two‑week residential Leadership Institute in Nairobi, Kenya, covering flights, visa costs, accommodation, meals, local transportation, and program activities.
➡️ Access to expert advisors and leadership coaching. Project guidance and structured reflection throughout the year.
➡️ Access to competitive micro-grants, such as Catalyst Funds of up to $1,000, to support project needs.
➡️ Increased visibility for your work through Mountaintop platforms and networks.
➡️ Access to the Mountaintop global Fellows, alumni, and partners.
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Flexible funding in developing and emerging countries from 100,000 to 2 million euros in project funding
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Young leaders from #Germany, #Ethiopia, #Ghana, #Rwanda, #Senegal, #Tunisia and - for the first time - from #Austria, #Marocco and #Kenya are invited to become part of this unique business network, connect with other Young Leaders from Africa and Europe, develop innovative ideas for a sustainable future and to actively drive change together.
This year, AGYLE is themed "GreenTech for Impact – Young Leaders Shaping Climate-Smart Economies". Our Call for Applications addresses young leaders and entrepreneurs who are developing innovative solutions in key #GreenTech fields, including renewable energy, climate and agri-tech, water and resource management, and sustainable mobility.
✅ No prior experience, existing collaborations, or professional projects in Africa are required to participate.
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The program is free of charge, and applications are open until 1 April 2026.
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This year, AGYLE is themed "GreenTech for Impact – Young Leaders Shaping Climate-Smart Economies". Our Call for Applications addresses young leaders and entrepreneurs who are developing innovative solutions in key #GreenTech fields, including renewable energy, climate and agri-tech, water and resource management, and sustainable mobility.
✅ No prior experience, existing collaborations, or professional projects in Africa are required to participate.
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The program is free of charge, and applications are open until 1 April 2026.
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Applications are open for the Bergel Fellowship!
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⏰️ Deadline Feb. 28.
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🥁 Apply, tag someone you know, or repost.
⏰️ Deadline Feb. 28.
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The Bergel Institute
Application — The Bergel Institute
Registration is officially open for Invest in Ethiopia 2026 — a premier platform where policy meets capital and partnerships drive progress.
Join global investors, development partners, and government leaders in Addis Ababa, March 26–27, 2026.
Click here to secure your place today
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Join global investors, development partners, and government leaders in Addis Ababa, March 26–27, 2026.
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Applications are now open for the AFRIKA KOMMT! Fellowship Programme in Germany🌍
This flagship initiative offers young African professionals the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with leading German companies, strengthen their leadership skills, and expand their international networks.
It is more than a fellowship; it is a platform to grow professionally, build lasting partnerships, and become part of a dynamic alumni network across continents.
🗓️ Apply by 22 March 2026
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This flagship initiative offers young African professionals the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with leading German companies, strengthen their leadership skills, and expand their international networks.
It is more than a fellowship; it is a platform to grow professionally, build lasting partnerships, and become part of a dynamic alumni network across continents.
🗓️ Apply by 22 March 2026
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Africa needs AI built by Africans. The UniPods AI Solutions for Africa Program is now open! A 12-month journey from foundational AI training to real-world launch.
Click here to register for the Phase one of the program now:
Deadline: March 2 2026
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Click here to register for the Phase one of the program now:
Deadline: March 2 2026
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🎓 Fully Funded Study & Training Opportunities in Canada!
The Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030 (BCDI 2030) are open. Are you an African looking to study abroad in Canada?
🌍 What is it?
➡️ Fully funded higher education, technical, and vocational training in Canada
➡️Focus on STEM, AI, climate , health sciences, governance, and green/blue economies
💰 Benefits
➡️Tuition and academic fees
➡️Travel to and from Canada
➡️Living allowance and related study costs
⚠️ Eligibility
➡️ Scholarships are offered through institutional partnerships between a Canadian institution and partner institution in 26 countries
➡️Partner institutions launch their own calls for applications and select scholars
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The Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030 (BCDI 2030) are open. Are you an African looking to study abroad in Canada?
🌍 What is it?
➡️ Fully funded higher education, technical, and vocational training in Canada
➡️Focus on STEM, AI, climate , health sciences, governance, and green/blue economies
💰 Benefits
➡️Tuition and academic fees
➡️Travel to and from Canada
➡️Living allowance and related study costs
⚠️ Eligibility
➡️ Scholarships are offered through institutional partnerships between a Canadian institution and partner institution in 26 countries
➡️Partner institutions launch their own calls for applications and select scholars
Click here learn more and apply.
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Are you a non-EU student who is interested in studying in #Denmark - one of the top study destinations for international students in 2026. The University of Copenhagen offers multiple scholarship pathways to fund your master’s degree.
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Are you a young African or diaspora interested in a leadership development and self-exploration opportunity that is completely free?
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What you learn
➡️ Leadership skills development
➡️ Community & networking
➡️ Experiential practice
➡️ Mentorship
➡️ Job placement
Eligibility
➡️ Young people, between 20 - 35 years
➡️ In Africa or in the diaspora
➡️ Cost is free
➡️ Time commitment: 9 months
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What you learn
➡️ Leadership skills development
➡️ Community & networking
➡️ Experiential practice
➡️ Mentorship
➡️ Job placement
Eligibility
➡️ Young people, between 20 - 35 years
➡️ In Africa or in the diaspora
➡️ Cost is free
➡️ Time commitment: 9 months
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The British Council has opened applications for its GREAT Scholarships 2026.
Click here to learn more
Benefits
✔ Full tuition fees
✔ Monthly living allowance
✔ Travel costs
✔ Visa and health coverage support
✔ Access to leadership and professional development programmes
Subjects
🌱 Climate & sustainability
📚 Education & social sciences
💻 Technology & innovation
⚖ Governance & development
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Benefits
✔ Full tuition fees
✔ Monthly living allowance
✔ Travel costs
✔ Visa and health coverage support
✔ Access to leadership and professional development programmes
Subjects
🌱 Climate & sustainability
📚 Education & social sciences
💻 Technology & innovation
⚖ Governance & development
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Australian Government RTP Scholarship (Research Training Program) 2026 | Australia 🇦🇺
Scholarship For:
* Postgraduates
* Masters & PhD
Eligible Country: All Countries
Benefits:
* Full Scholarship with $53,608 Stipends Per Year
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Deadline: Varies by Institution
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Scholarship For:
* Postgraduates
* Masters & PhD
Eligible Country: All Countries
Benefits:
* Full Scholarship with $53,608 Stipends Per Year
Click here to learn more & apply
Deadline: Varies by Institution
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Monash University in Australia is accepting applications for Masters by research & PhD from high achieving international students.
The scholarships come with a stipend of $37,000+ and $2,000 relocation allowance.
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The scholarships come with a stipend of $37,000+ and $2,000 relocation allowance.
Click here to see step by step guidance on how to apply.
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The Australia Awards Scholarships are now open for application and suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit an application for funding to study a program leading towards the award of a Masters degree.
Eligibility: International
Deadline: 30 April 2026 (14:00 AEST)
The scholarship offers:
🔹 Full tuition fees
🔹 Return air travel–payment
🔹 Establishment allowance on arrival
🔹 Contribution to Living Expenses (CLE) - Stipend
🔹 Introductory Academic Program (IAP)
🔹 Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
🔹 Pre-course English (PCE) fees
🔹 Supplementary academic and research support
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Eligibility: International
Deadline: 30 April 2026 (14:00 AEST)
The scholarship offers:
🔹 Full tuition fees
🔹 Return air travel–payment
🔹 Establishment allowance on arrival
🔹 Contribution to Living Expenses (CLE) - Stipend
🔹 Introductory Academic Program (IAP)
🔹 Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
🔹 Pre-course English (PCE) fees
🔹 Supplementary academic and research support
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Ireland Government Scholarship 2027 (Fully Funded)
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Funded by: Government of Ireland
Degree Levels: Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate (MS Leading to PhD)
Deadline: 12 March 2026
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Funded by: Government of Ireland
Degree Levels: Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate (MS Leading to PhD)
Deadline: 12 March 2026
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