African Union Enterprise African Network (EAN) Fellowship Program 2024

Application Deadline: 26th July 2024

The African Union MSME Forum is the continent’s largest gathering of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises. This year, the forum launches its inaugural cohort fellowship, which will empower innovative small businesses with access to funding opportunities, mentorship, and market opportunities, among many others in a strategic approach.

The MSME Forum has three-facet objectives, namely:

  • Enhance the capacity of MSMEs through training sessions on various topics offered by training partners;
  • Establish a platform for policymakers and the private sector to interact, share knowledge, and formulate innovative proposals to bridge the financial gap for MSMEs and start-ups in Africa; and
  • Facilitate regional and continental collaboration between private and public sector institutions, and financial entities, including local banks and multilateral development financial institutions, in supporting MSMEs.
Eligibility
  • Open to registered MSME operating in Africa. Minimum of 2 years in operation.
  • Active in one of the eligible sectors:
    • Minerals
    • Creatives
    • Agriculture
    • Manufacturing
    • ICT
  • Demonstrated potential for growth & job creation.
Benefits
  • Participation in the 3rd AU MSME Forum
  • Intensive training
  • Business Mentorship
  • Access to funding opportunities Market Access
  • Networking
  • Capacity building

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