APPLY: YouthConnekt Export Accelerator 2024

Applications are open for the YouthConnekt Export Accelerator 2024 to empower 300 youth-owned enterprises across Africa by providing essential tools, resources, and support to help them succeed in the market. Apply Below: 

When is the Application Deadline:

The application deadline for the YouthConnekt Export Accelerator 2024 is YouthConnekt Export Accelerator 2024 is September 25, 2024.

Tell Me About The YouthConnekt Export Accelerator 2024:

The YouthConnekt Africa Export Accelerator 2024, a joint initiative by YouthConnekt Africa and UNDP, aims to empower 300 youth-owned enterprises across Africa by providing the necessary tools, resources, and support to enter and thrive in regional and global markets. The opportunity is open to young people from the following countries: Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Gambia, Gabon, Guinee, Liberia, Madagascar, Mauritania, Republic of Congo, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.  Building on the successful foundation laid since its inception, the program seeks to enhance Africa’s economic landscape by leveraging the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to create a vibrant marketplace for innovative “Made in Africa” products and services. 

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Which Fields are Eligible?

Entrepreneurs 

Type:

Accelerator program

Who Can Apply For The YouthConnekt Export Accelerator 2024?

Also, applicants are to meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Open to youth-owned enterprises based in the following countries: Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Gambia, Gabon, Guinea, Liberia, Madagascar, Mauritania, Republic of Congo, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
• The enterprise must be owned by young people.
• The enterprise should be export-ready or demonstrate high growth potential for entering regional and global markets.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

The following countries are eligible: Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Gambia, Gabon, Guinee, Liberia, Madagascar, Mauritania, the Republic of Congo, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

Where will the Award be Taken?

Africa

How Many Awards?

Not specified

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What is the Benefit of the Award?

Additionally, applicants will benefit the following:

• Access to tools, resources, and support to help expand into regional and global markets.
• Capacity-building programs to equip enterprises with the necessary skills and knowledge for successful market entry.
• Opportunities to connect with investors and gain access to investment opportunities.
• Support in leveraging the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to promote innovative “Made in Africa” products and services.

How Long Will the Award Last?

Unspecified 

How to Apply:

To apply, fill out the form using the link below.

Visit the Award Webpage for Details