Tony Elumelu Foundation 2026 Entrepreneurship Program

Africa’s Leading Entrepreneurship Philanthropy

The 2026 TEF Entrepreneurship Programme is open and Africa’s next wave of founders is being funded, trained, and mentored.

If you’re building a business with real impact, this is your shot at US$5,000 non-refundable seed capital, business training, mentorship, and a powerful pan-African network. Since 2015, the Programme has funded over 24,000 entrepreneurs, trained 2.5 million Africans, created more than 1.5 million jobs, and generated over US$4.2 billion in revenue, proving that African entrepreneurs can transform the continent.

The Programme is also driving inclusive growth, with women now making up 46% of TEF entrepreneurs – the highest female participation rate recorded by a programme of this scale.

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March 1
Organizer Tony Elumelu Foundation
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Targets Africa
Sectors Sector agnostic

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