Funding Opportunities for Businesses: Call for Innovative Medtech Device Start-ups

Funding Opportunities for African Businesses:

1. Call for Innovative Medtech Device Start-ups

Innovative Medtech Device Start-ups based in Africa are called to apply for funding up to $20,000 and incubation from Villgro Africa, an impact investor and early stage business incubator that supports startups innovating for low and middle income countries. Successful applicants will also receive business development expertise and access to further investment opportunities. To apply visit https://villgroafrica.org//apply/. Deadline for application is 15th March 2021

2. Survive to Thrive

Africa based entrepreneurs are called to participate in the ‘Survive to Thrive’ programme organized by the African Management Institute to equip them with the skills, tools and strategies to navigate challenges and thrive in their various fields. The virtual 6-month programme is open to entrepreneurs from all sectors. For more details on eligibility and application, visit https://vc4a.com/african-management-institute/survive-to-thrive/ Deadline for application is March 5, 2021

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3. THET Small Grants for UK Partnerships For Health Systems (UKPHS)

Tropical Health and Education Trust (THET) is welcoming grant application from new and established partnerships in any low and lower middle income country in Sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia that are addressing one or several of the following themes: innovation; gender equality and/or social inclusion; climate change; blended and remote learning. Health start-ups looking for partnerships or having the intention to formalize existing ones can visit http://www.thet.org/get-involved/support-for-health-partnerships/. Grants of up to £50,000 are available. All funded projects are expected to last from 12 to 18 months. For access to all application documents, visit https://www.thet.org/ukphs/ukphs-small-grants-wave-1/. Deadline for application is May 12, 2021.

 

4. Agropolis Foundation 2021 Olam Prize For Innovation in Food Security

Agribusinesses, academic or research institutions and civil societies from any region that have innovative ideas on any part of agricultural supply chain can participate in the Agropolis Foundation 2021 Olam Prize for Innovation in Food Security. The programme brings together over 40 member institutions, public authorities and civil society actors for dialogue and interaction on agriculture, food and environment research. The winner goes home with $75,000 grant to scale the innovation. To apply visit https://agropolisfondation.optimytool.com/en/. Deadline for application is March 15, 2021.

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5. TEF Entrepreneurship Programme 2021 for African Entrepreneurs

New and young businesses in Africa can apply for the Tony Elumelu Foundation Programme (TEF 2021). This year’s programme will help the recovery of SMEs and young Africans entrepreneurs affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The benefits of participating are world-class business training, non-refundable seed capital of up to $5,000, Global networking opportunities and mentorship. To apply, visit https://www.tefconnect.com/. Deadline for application is March 31, 2021

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