Opportunities
TechCabal Battlefield 2026
TC Battlefield is TechCabal’s annual startup pitch competition that provides a global launchpad for African startups. $10k in grants, top 3 startups get access to Antler’s Lagos Residency Program with a potential investment of $250k.
Apply:
https://airtable.com/appOLCRsNexiIVYBR/pag4QePyJZacMiRNN/form
Closing Date: Aug 10th, 2026
Innovation Makers Challenge 2.0
Designed to support early-stage, revenue-generating startups in the technology and sustainability sectors. The challenge provides funding, mentorship, incubation, and a national platform to help innovative startups scale their impact
Grand Winner: ₦6,000,000
First Prize: ₦2,000,000
Second Prize: ₦1,500,000
Apply:
https://ttswg.com/innovation-makers-challenge-imc-2-0/
Closing Date: Aug 15th, 2026
IDICE Growth Lab
$100K cash investment (or Naira equivalent) for 7.5% equity upon entering the programme (terms and conditions apply), and up to $250,000 follow-on investment should certain growth conditions be met.
Apply:
https://idicestartupbridge.ng/growth-lab/
Closing Date: Aug 19th, 2026
Google Africa AI Lab
Selected startups will receive early access to cutting-edge models from Google DeepMind (such as Gemini, Gemma, and Veo) to experiment with commercial use cases, before the models are released to the general market. Additionally, teams receive hands-on technical mentorship and go-to-market support from Google Research, other Google teams globally, and VCs including 4DX Ventures, Norrsken22, Novastar Ventures, and Ventures Platform. Some participants may also be eligible for funding from Google AI Futures Fund and these leading VCs.
Apply:
https://labs.google/aifuturesfund/africaailab
Closing Date : August 31st, 2026
Sahel Capital Social Enterprise Fund for Agriculture in Africa
Flexible debt funding with investment capital ranging from $300K to $2.4M, plus technical assistance, ESG support, and strategic advisory.
Eligibility: Established agribusinesses with 2+ years of operations, 2-3 years of audited financials, strong smallholder farmer impact, proven business model, experienced management, and post-break-even pertormance.
Apply:
https://sahelcapital.com/sairf-apply/
Closing Date : August 31st, 2026
Commonwealth Startup Fellowships
Founders will be equipped to scale their businesses successfully, pitch fluently, and drive job creation in their home countries.Fully funded 2weeks bootcamp in Accra Ghana, Capstone Week in London, UK including accommodation, travel, and catering. Reimbursement of the standard visa application fee and up to £2,000 in equity free grants for business or participation-related costs.
Apply:
https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/scholarships/commonwealth-startup-fellowship-information-for-candidates/
Closing Date : September 1st, 2026
Opportunities
TechCabal Battlefield 2026
TC Battlefield is TechCabal’s annual startup pitch competition that provides a global launchpad for African startups. $10k in grants, top 3 startups get access to Antler’s Lagos Residency Program with a potential investment of $250k.
Apply: https://airtable.com/appOLCRsNexiIVYBR/pag4QePyJZacMiRNN/form
Closing Date: Aug 10th, 2026
Innovation Makers Challenge 2.0
Designed to support early-stage, revenue-generating startups in the technology and sustainability sectors. The challenge provides funding, mentorship, incubation, and a national platform to help innovative startups scale their impact
Grand Winner: ₦6,000,000
First Prize: ₦2,000,000
Second Prize: ₦1,500,000
Apply: https://ttswg.com/innovation-makers-challenge-imc-2-0/
Closing Date: Aug 15th, 2026
IDICE Growth Lab
$100K cash investment (or Naira equivalent) for 7.5% equity upon entering the programme (terms and conditions apply), and up to $250,000 follow-on investment should certain growth conditions be met.
Apply: https://idicestartupbridge.ng/growth-lab/
Closing Date: Aug 19th, 2026
Google Africa AI Lab
Selected startups will receive early access to cutting-edge models from Google DeepMind (such as Gemini, Gemma, and Veo) to experiment with commercial use cases, before the models are released to the general market. Additionally, teams receive hands-on technical mentorship and go-to-market support from Google Research, other Google teams globally, and VCs including 4DX Ventures, Norrsken22, Novastar Ventures, and Ventures Platform. Some participants may also be eligible for funding from Google AI Futures Fund and these leading VCs.
Apply: https://labs.google/aifuturesfund/africaailab
Closing Date : August 31st, 2026
Sahel Capital Social Enterprise Fund for Agriculture in Africa
Flexible debt funding with investment capital ranging from $300K to $2.4M, plus technical assistance, ESG support, and strategic advisory.
Eligibility: Established agribusinesses with 2+ years of operations, 2-3 years of audited financials, strong smallholder farmer impact, proven business model, experienced management, and post-break-even pertormance.
Apply: https://sahelcapital.com/sairf-apply/
Closing Date : August 31st, 2026
Commonwealth Startup Fellowships
Founders will be equipped to scale their businesses successfully, pitch fluently, and drive job creation in their home countries.Fully funded 2weeks bootcamp in Accra Ghana, Capstone Week in London, UK including accommodation, travel, and catering. Reimbursement of the standard visa application fee and up to £2,000 in equity free grants for business or participation-related costs.
Apply: https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/scholarships/commonwealth-startup-fellowship-information-for-candidates/
Closing Date : September 1st, 2026
English
French
