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The 3rd Edition of the Innovate Africa Challenge, jointly organized by Smart Africa and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), is now open for applications. This continental initiative aims to accelerate the deployment of AI solutions to address climate and agricultural challenges across the continent, with this year’s theme, “From Ideation to Deployment,” emphasizing the transition from concepts to practical, scalable…
Deadline: 4 September 2026 Applications are now open for the Resilient Futures Open Call 2026, a global funding opportunity for innovators with bold ideas that connect democratic political leadership and climate resilience. The programme supports early-stage, non-partisan projects that can create lasting impact in communities around the world. The initiative brings together four leading funders: the Better…
There’s a different kind of energy sweeping across the continent this spring. It’s the sound of founders fine-tuning their pitches, investors clearing their calendars, and ten countries preparing to host a movement that’s bringing opportunity directly to local communities. The Africa Startup Congress Country Pitch and Roadshow is proving that you don’t have to chase…
đź“Ť Location: Nairobi (Kenya), Addis Ababa (Ethiopia), or Kigali (Rwanda)⏳ Deadline: 18 August 2026 The World Resources Institute (WRI) is seeking a visionary leader to serve as the Energy Director for WRI Africa . This is a rare opportunity to shape the trajectory of Africa’s energy transition and lead a program driving equitable, sustainable energy access across…
The Africa Agriculture and Trade Investment Fund (AATIF) provides an important financing avenue for agribusinesses and financial institutions working to strengthen African agricultural value chains. Established in 2011 by KfW with support from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and Deutsche Bank, the fund has deployed over USD 550 million in investment capital across the…
Deadline: 12 July 2026 The UNHCR Innovation Accelerator is now accepting applications from organizations with proven solutions ready to scale their impact for forcibly displaced and stateless people. This initiative bridges the gap between successful pilot initiatives and sustainable, system-level impact, providing a structured pathway for high-potential innovations to grow and significantly contribute to humanitarian…
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | Deadline: 21 August 2026 Are you an experienced climate finance professional ready to drive transformative green investment across Africa? The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is seeking a Climate Finance Senior Officer / Project Manager to lead the implementation of the Phase 2 Transformative Climate Finance Program of the African Union – Green Recovery Action…
Deadline Approaching: July 27, 2026 For organizations across the Caribbean working to strengthen communities, protect the environment, and expand educational opportunities, the Sandals Foundation 2027 Grant Program offers a powerful opportunity to turn vision into impact. With funding available across three tiers, this program invites community-based organizations, NGOs, and social enterprises to apply for grants to support…
📢 Calling Women-Led Enterprises in Kigali! Are you a woman entrepreneur looking to grow your business and access new opportunities? The WE-COLLABO Initiative, led by UN Women Rwanda in partnership with the PSF Specialized Cluster and stakeholders, invites eligible women-led enterprises based in Kigali to apply. About the Programme The WE-COLLABO Initiative is designed to empower women entrepreneurs by providing…
From 20–24 July 2026, the 30th Session of the FAO Committee on Agriculture (COAG) convened at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy, bringing together global leaders to chart a path toward more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable agrifood systems. A Critical Moment for Global Agriculture In the face of global crises affecting agriculture and food security, delegates reaffirmed their…
