Funding Opportunities

Funders: Goodwell Investments, IYBA-Women Entrepreneurship for Africa (WE4A)
Description: Supporting women entrepreneurs in Kenya, Tanzania, Malawi, and Mozambique with technical assistance, tailored business support, and concessional financing to scale climate solutions.

Application Link: https://app.unconventional.capital/register?portfolio_id=27
Goodwell Investments #IYBA #WE4A

Funder: Milken-Motsepe Prize in AI and Manufacturing
Description: Calling African innovators transforming manufacturing! This $2M, prize rewards companies using AI and advanced technologies to boost efficiency, reduce waste, and deliver scalable impact. Winners will access global networks, pitch opportunities, and a shot at the $1M Grand Prize.

Application Deadline: July 31, 2025
Link: https://milkenmotsepeprize.org/ai-manufacturing/
Milken Institute

Funder: Global Entrepreneurship Network and Partners
Description: Compete with the world’s best startups for over $1.5M in cash prizes, a funded trip to Riyadh, and access to $3M+ in perks, training, and investor networks.

Application Deadline: July 5, 2025
Link:  https://www.entrepreneurshipworldcup.com/ewc
#EWC2025 Global Entrepreneurship Network MonshaatSA

Funder: 100+ Accelerator
Description: Cohort 7 is looking for startups with solutions in packaging, climate action, water stewardship, or the circular economy. This is your chance to collaborate with industry leaders like Unilever, Danone, and Mondelēz International.

Application Deadline: July 11, 2025
Link: www.100accelerator.com
100+ Accelerator

Funder: The Global Good Fund
Description: Are you a social entrepreneur ready to scale your impact? The Global Good Fund Fellowship offers leadership development and personalized support to help you grow.

Application Deadline: 30th June 2025
Link: https://lnkd.in/ddBxAyNW
The Global Good Fund

Funder: Harambeans Alliance
Description: Join a network of African innovators building tech-driven ventures that are shaping the continent’s future. Over $2 billion raised by Harambeans globally!

Application Deadline: October 31, 2025

Application Link: https://www.harambeans.com/apply/ 
Harambeans

Funder: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Description: Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 MIT Foundry Fellowship. This prestigious program supports visionary entrepreneurs who are driving sustainable prosperity in global growth markets. It provides a unique platform for leaders to enhance their impact, expand their networks, and gain access to world-class resources.

Deadline: July 6, 2025

Link:https://lnkd.in/d54U7MU3   

MIT Kuo Sharper Center for Prosperity and Entrepreneurship

Funder: Yale University

Description: The 2025 Yale Emerging Climate Leaders Fellowship offers a unique opportunity for future leaders from emerging and developing countries to enhance their technical knowledge, strengthen leadership skills, expand professional networks, and engage with global leaders in clean energy and climate change.

Deadline: August 1, 2025

Application Link: https://lnkd.in/g7bcrEju  

Yale Jackson School of Global Affairs

Organizer: African Business Angels Network (ABAN)
Description: The ABAN Climate-Smart Agriculture Venture Showcases offer a platform to discover and invest in innovative startups addressing food security, smart irrigation, agri-fintech, and other climate-smart solutions in Africa. Attendees will hear live pitches from vetted founders with scalable, high-impact ventures.

Deadline/RSVP: Ongoing — early registration recommended

Link: https://bit.ly/4422Pqr

Funder: 100+ Accelerator
Description: The 100+ Accelerator is seeking bold, sustainability-focused startups solving global environmental and social challenges in areas such as packaging, climate action, water stewardship, and the circular economy. Selected startups will collaborate with major global brands including AB InBev, Coca-Cola, Colgate-Palmolive, Danone, Unilever, and Mondelēz International to scale impactful solutions.

Deadline: July 11th, 2025

Link: www.100accelerator.com