African Funding Readiness Fellowship: Empowering Entrepreneurs for Investment Success

ONE Foundation, a not-for-profit organization, supports the growth of MSMEs in Africa through education, mentorship, collaboration, and community-building initiatives. The African Funding Readiness Fellowship is a transformative 6-month training designed to prepare entrepreneurs for financial readiness and secure funding opportunities.

What the Fellowship Offers

The program provides:

• Comprehensive Training: Workshops covering key themes such as fundable business structures, leadership, operations, and technology adoption.
• Investor Access: Direct connection to a network of 50+ investors.
• Personalized Mentorship: Guidance from industry experts to refine business strategies.
• Legacy Enterprise Development: Insights into building scalable, sustainable businesses.

Key Themes Covered

1. Fundable Business Structures:

• Learn financial management, risk assessment, and legal frameworks to attract funding.

2. Business Leadership:

• Master driving vision, strategy, and team performance to achieve business goals.

3. Business Strategy, Operations, and Technology Adoption:

• Align strategies, streamline operations, and integrate emerging technologies for growth and sustainability.

Application Process and Timeline

• Stage 1 (October 21 – December 16, 2024):
• Submit a 120-second video pitch showcasing your business.
• Stage 2 (January 2025):
• Semifinalists will answer specific questions related to Fellowship goals.
• Program Capacity: Only 100 entrepreneurs will be selected.

“The program was impactful. During the business pitch day, I received critical feedback that made my business investment-ready. Within a year, I raised N1.5 million from grants and family support.”

Ready to elevate your business and attract funding?

Apply Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScgfw1zHy9R9IB5TEYEL_VXD2EJ9dxsTBBWSyR3D-xL_tOfSw/viewform