Young Africa Innovates (YAI) Programme
About this opportunity
Offers young Nigerians innovation bootcamps, mentorship, market access, funding, and business development to address community challenges.
The Young Africa Innovates (YAI) Programme, a partnership between the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Mastercard Foundation, supports young Nigerian innovators to develop solutions for community challenges through innovation bootcamps, mentorship, and business support. This 2026/2027 cohort targets sustainable ventures across seven Nigerian states, offering training, incubation, and market access opportunities to refine and scale ideas. The programme emphasizes practical development, mentorship, and exposure to funding pathways for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Key details
What you get
- Innovation bootcamps for training in idea refinement and business models
- Incubation support for developing and testing solutions
- Mentorship from industry experts
- Product development assistance to refine prototypes
- Business development training for sustainable ventures
- Market access opportunities to connect with customers and investors
- Funding pathways exposure to grants and financing options
How to apply
- Submit an application through the official programme portal (exact steps not detailed in the source).
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