Funding Opportunities

Funder: UK Government Energy Catalyst Programme
Description: Call for applications to secure grant funding of up to £5M to scale clean energy solutions in emerging markets.

Deadline: 25 March 2026 (11:00 GMT)
Link: https://lnkd.in/e3Xqx_dJ

Funder: Austrian Development Agency (ADA)
Description: Applications are open for partnerships that drive private-sector growth, create jobs, and promote sustainable development in Africa and other developing regions. Open to enterprises, NGOs, and foundations collaborating with local partners.

Deadline: 12 April 2026 
Apply here: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eXk4AV8q

Funder: Qualcomm Incorporated
Description: Call for applications for early-stage African tech startups building AI, IoT, 5G, XR, and hardware solutions. The program offers mentorship, technical support, and global exposure—without taking equity.

Application Deadline:  15th February 2026
Apply here: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dmzgW_q8

Funder: AU–EU Partnership
Description: Apply now for €30,000 entrepreneurship grants and support for youth-led organizations driving social and economic impact.

Application Link: https://lnkd.in/gRAQzh6T

Funder: Villgro Africa
Description: Now accepting applications from startups developing scalable eye-health innovations across Africa

Deadline: 14 January 2026
Application Link: https://lnkd.in/g8fR_pPK

Funder: Startupbootcamp
Description: Applications are now open for food-tech and agri-tech startups seeking accelerator support and investment.

Deadline: 7 December 2025
Application Link: https://lnkd.in/efCDCQCb

Funder: Ashden
Description: Call for applications for climate and energy innovators delivering high-impact sustainable solutions

Deadline: 8 December 2025
Application Link: https://lnkd.in/d2-pDEuZ

Funder: Global Distributors Collective (GDC)
Description: Apply now for catalytic funding and tailored support for early-stage African businesses.

Application Link: https://lnkd.in/dXDZH96s

Funder: Tony Elumelu Foundation & Partners
Description: Applications are open for women-led green ventures seeking seed funding, mentorship, and expert-led training.

Deadline: 25 January 2026
Apply: https://lnkd.in/g9-Jmzh

Funder: OceanHub Africa
Description: Open call for startups developing ocean-impact innovations and seeking accelerator support.

Deadline: 30 December 2025
Apply: https://lnkd.in/d2unjgZB