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STARTUPPER OF THE YEAR CHALLENGE BY TOTALENERGIES EDITION 4

Application Deadline: June 18, 2024

LOCATION: Multiple Region

The Startupper of the year Challenge by TotalEnergies is back in 32 African countries for a special edition celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Company! The aim of this 4th edition is to support and encourage young African entrepreneurs to innovate and bring their projects to reality in their country of application.

ELIGIBILITY:

You must be between 18 and 35 years old (born between May 1, 1988 and April 30, 2006)

You must be a resident of the country where you apply 

A Start Up under 3 years old with a registration in the application country no earlier than April 30, 2020, OR

A Business Idea which could be developed a few months after the challenge

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THE YOUTHRIVE PROGRAM BY ACCESS BANK

LOCATION: Nigeria

A transformative initiative by Access Bank designed to empower, uplift, and accelerate the next generation of MSMEs. The program is set to impact over 4 million individuals by enhancing capacity, providing financial empowerment, and fostering invaluable business exchange programs. Let’s thrive together! The youthrive Program by Access Bank is dedicated to empowering MSMEs around 4 key pillars.

ELIGIBILITY:

A new business with less than 12 months in operation.

An established business with more than 1 year in operation

A tertiary institution degree holder seeking active employment or business venture.

A young individual with a minimum of a school leaving certificate seeking skill acquisition or business venture.

BENEFIT:

The Capacity Development pillar of the youthrive Program aims to impact over 300,000 MSMEs nationwide through a hybrid delivery model. 

Access to Funding: As a testament to its commitment, the program not only provides financial aid but also awards grants to the top-performing participants.

Recognizing global exposure as a lever for success, this program goes beyond traditional training by offering sponsorships to 10 exceptional entrepreneurs to participate in Business Exchange programs in The Netherlands, China, or India.

Employment Opportunities

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