Author: Oluwole Omojofodun

Deadline: Unspecified Are you an entrepreneur, social innovator, or impact-driven professional looking to scale your projects and expand your network? The African MasterClass Series 5 (AMS 5.0) 2025 is here to empower changemakers like you. This transformational program provides expert mentorship, hands-on learning, and the opportunity to launch impactful projects across Africa. What is African MasterClass Series 5 (AMS 5.0)? The African MasterClass Series 5 (AMS 5.0) is a premier growth and impact masterclass designed for entrepreneurs, social innovators, professionals, and changemakers. Unlike regular workshops, AMS 5.0 offers a comprehensive, multi-month experience combining curriculum, mentorship, networking, and a capstone challenge.…

Deadline: October 31, 2025 Are you a passionate spoken word artist using your voice to advocate for justice, equality, and freedom? The African Human Rights Spoken Word Contest 2025 invites poets and activists from around the world to creatively address human rights issues in Africa through spoken word poetry. Organized by the African Secretariat of the International Human Rights Art Movement (IHRAM), this annual contest provides a global stage for poets to speak up for human rights and inspire social change. Winners will not only receive cash prizes but also gain international recognition, with their works showcased at a major…

Deadline: November 24, 2025 Are you an innovative entrepreneur, student, or recent graduate looking to take your startup to the next level? The Desjardins Startup Prize 2026 at the University of Toronto offers an incredible opportunity to showcase your business idea and compete for a share of over CAD $100,000 in prizes. This prestigious annual competition celebrates innovation, entrepreneurship, and impact-driven ventures that are shaping the future. About the Desjardins Startup Prize 2026 The Desjardins Startup Prize 2026 is the University of Toronto’s annual business pitch competition, held during U of T Entrepreneurship Week, from March 2–6, 2026. The competition…

Deadline: December 1, 2025 Applications are now open for the Thrive Capital Summer Fellowship 2026 — a unique opportunity for ambitious college students to explore the future of technology, entrepreneurship, and investing. Designed to discover and nurture the next generation of founders, investors, technologists, and researchers, this fellowship offers a hands-on experience within one of the world’s leading venture investment firms. About the Thrive Capital Summer Fellowship 2026 Selected fellows will spend 10 weeks (June–August 2026) working full-time at Thrive Capital’s headquarters in New York. During the program, fellows will apprentice with specific teams across the firm—investments, operations, research, and…

Deadline: November 17, 2025 Are you a passionate young Zimbabwean ready to shape youth-centered policies and influence national development? Applications are now open for the 3rd Team Europe Youth Sounding Board for Zimbabwe 2026–2028, a prestigious two-year advisory programme by the European Union Delegation to Zimbabwe. This opportunity empowers young people to provide direct input into EU-funded programmes, policies, and initiatives that impact youth in Zimbabwe. About the 3rd Team Europe Youth Sounding Board for Zimbabwe 2026–2028 The 3rd Team Europe Youth Sounding Board for Zimbabwe 2026–2028 brings together 25 young Zimbabweans from both rural and urban areas — including…

Deadline: November 15, 2025 Are you a passionate PhD student seeking to make a real impact in environmental research and sustainability? The ABCD Future Environmental Leaders Scholarships 2026 offer an incredible opportunity for doctoral students from developing countries to advance their research, collaborate internationally, and gain hands-on experience at leading German institutions. This prestigious programme, hosted by the ABCD Centre, supports promising scholars dedicated to solving pressing global environmental challenges through innovative, practical research. Application Deadline 15 November 2025 All applications must be submitted on or before this date to be considered for the ABCD Future Environmental Leaders Scholarships 2026.…

Deadline: October 31, 2025 The Umi Mentorship Program 2026 is now open for applications! This life-changing initiative is designed specifically for African mothers, both within the continent and across the diaspora, who are raising children aged 0 to 3 years. Running from February to April 2026, this fully immersive three-month experience combines mentorship, peer support, and professional development. Through the Umi Mentorship Program 2026, participants are guided to nurture not only their families but also their personal and professional growth. About the Umi Mentorship Program 2026 The Umi Mentorship Program is a unique, holistic mentorship initiative that supports mothers at…

Deadline: November 5, 2025 Are you an Indigenous woman leader passionate about defending land, natural resources, and community rights? The Land is Life Indigenous Women Program 2026 is now accepting applications from emerging Indigenous women advocates across Africa, Asia, and the Americas. This year-long fellowship empowers Indigenous women to strengthen leadership, advocate for rights, and drive sustainable change at the community level. About the Land is Life Indigenous Women Program 2026 The Land is Life Indigenous Women Program 2026 is designed to support Indigenous women and their organisations as they work to assert rights over land and natural resources, improve…

Deadline: Unspecified Are you passionate about research, gender equality, climate action, and international development? The Youth Challenge International (YCI) Research & Learning Fellow 2026 opportunity is now open! This exciting fellowship offers the chance to gain hands-on global experience while contributing to meaningful change through YCI’s flagship HerStart initiative in Ghana, Tanzania, and Uganda. About the YCI Research & Learning Fellow 2026 The YCI Research & Learning Fellow 2026 role is designed for young professionals eager to strengthen their research, evaluation, and learning skills in an international development context. As part of the HerStart program, fellows work closely with YCI…

Deadline: October 24, 2025 Are you passionate about helping young people navigate the fast-changing world of Artificial Intelligence (AI)? The Young Future Funding Challenge 2025 is calling for innovative, youth-centred projects that reimagine how AI impacts learning, creativity, relationships, and mental health. This is your chance to secure up to $100,000 in funding to co-create solutions that empower young people to thrive in an AI-driven future. About the Young Future Funding Challenge 2025 The Young Future Funding Challenge 2025—also known as the “Oops!…AI Did It Again” Challenge—was launched by Young Futures to address the growing need for youth-centred approaches to…