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Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) 2027

Key Information

Organisation

Tony Elumelu Foundation

Status

Open

Application Deadline

31 Mar 2027

Program Type

Challenge

Amount

USD 5,000

About this Program

Massive annual entrepreneurship program providing seed capital to African startups.

Benefits & What You Get

$5,000 non-refundable seed capital; mentorship; 12 weeks of training.

Eligibility

Early-stage African entrepreneurs with scalable business ideas.

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