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30 opportunities open · 4 closing in 30 days
Battery Pack Design and Manufacturing Training
Battery Pack Design and Manufacturing TrainingAfrica
Deadline: 12 November 2026
Specialized battery design and manufacturing hardware training infrastructure. Eligibility: Engineering and science track youth looking to enter clean tech fields. Prepare: Educational background certificates, Motivation Essay, National ID. Application deadline: November 12, 2026 (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunitySACREEE Capacity-Building Programme
SACREEEAfrica
Deadline: 15 November 2026
Technical capacity building, clean energy scaling tools, and mentorship. Eligibility: Female clean energy and renewable entrepreneurs within the SADC region. Prepare: Business Plan, National ID, Proof of Sector Operations. Application deadline: Mid-November 2026 (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityGirl Up Ubuntu Leaders Africa Program
Girl UpAfrica
Deadline: 20 November 2026
Intensive African leadership training, active mentoring, and global network. Eligibility: Aspiring young female civic and development leaders across Africa. Prepare: Essay submission, Proof of Community service, Reference. Application deadline: November 20, 2026 (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityTech Nation Applied AI Tracker
Tech NationEurope
Deadline: 30 November 2026
AI scaling workshops, procurement setups, and Visa endorsement path. Eligibility: Machine learning or artificial intelligence startups building in the UK. Prepare: UK Registration Proof, Use-Case Paper, Financial metrics. Application deadline: November 30, 2026 (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityTiwa Savage Intensive Music Program
Tiwa SavageAfrica
Deadline: 31 December 2026
Technical music business management training and creative bootcamp. Eligibility: Emerging independent vocalists, music writers, and creative artists in Africa. Prepare: Audio/Video Performance Link, Creative Bio, Statement of Intent. Application deadline: Late 2026 cycle review (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityGoogle Summer of Code (GSoC)
GoogleGlobal
Deadline: 15 February 2027
Technical development stipends ranging up to $6,000 plus certificates. Eligibility: Individual open-source coders and engineering students worldwide aged 18+. Prepare: Open-Source Project Proposal, Code Profile Link (GitHub), Student Proof. Application deadline: February 15, 2027 (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunitySAP Young Professionals Program
SAPAfrica
No deadline stated
Free technical training, soft skills development, and SAP Global Certification. Eligibility: Unemployed or underemployed young graduates in African countries. Prepare: CV, University Degree Certificate, Academic Transcript. Application deadline: Varies by regional batch (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityAfCFTA African Agribusiness SME Matchmaking
AfCFTAAfrica
No deadline stated
Direct B2B matching, regional trade line exposure, and market entry tools. Eligibility: Agribusiness small and medium enterprises operating within African trade zones. Prepare: Corporate Profile, Agribusiness License, Product Catalog. Application deadline: Rolling selection (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityFG Free Upskilling Program for 10M Youths
Federal Government of NigeriaNigeria
No deadline stated
Completely free comprehensive digital upskilling classes and trade tracking. Eligibility: Young Nigerian citizens looking to acquire high-demand vocational or digital tech skills. Prepare: National Identification Number (NIN), Basic Bio-data details. Application deadline: Continuous intake (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunitySDGs Campus Drive Cohort 1
SDGs Campus DriveAfrica
No deadline stated
Structured sustainable development field training, leadership roles, and network. Eligibility: Active students enrolled in tertiary educational institutions across Nigeria. Prepare: Valid Student ID Card, Application Essay, Academic Reference. Application deadline: Varies by campus block (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityCleanAce Apprenticeship Program for MSMEs
CleanAceAfrica
No deadline stated
Structural skill transfer frameworks and institutional enterprise apprenticeship. Eligibility: Small or medium business owners looking to optimize technical workflows. Prepare: MSME Registration Verification, Business Operational Address Proof. Application deadline: November 1, 2026 (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityFor Creative Girls Mentorship Program
For Creative GirlsGlobal
No deadline stated
Structured professional art, design, or business industry mentorship. Eligibility: Aspiring female professionals and entrepreneurs in the creative arts. Prepare: Creative Portfolio, Statement of Purpose, Professional Resume. Application deadline: September 15, 2026 (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityMicrosoft Elevate AI Developers Training
MicrosoftAfrica
No deadline stated
Completely free comprehensive AI technical training and official certification. Eligibility: Software engineers and data science tech builders in Nigeria. Prepare: Technical coding background details, Valid National Identification. Application deadline: Continuous batching (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityIVÓ WorkSmart Program Cohort 3
IVÓAfrica
No deadline stated
Free professional workforce readiness soft skills training and certification. Eligibility: Unemployed or early-career youth residents residing within Abuja, Nigeria. Prepare: Abuja Resident Verification, Completed Application Essay, CV. Application deadline: Rolling intake (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityTOCA Free Virtual Language Skills Program
TOCAGlobal
No deadline stated
Free virtual foreign language mastery training (Arabic, Spanish, French). Eligibility: Global youth, international students, and early career workers. Prepare: Language background survey, Statement of Intent, National ID. Application deadline: Rolling summer blocks (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityNYDA Free Generative AI Training
NYDASouth Africa
No deadline stated
Free technical machine learning training and formal tech certification. Eligibility: Youth citizens based inside South Africa looking to learn AI engineering. Prepare: Valid South African ID copy, Basic educational transcripts. Application deadline: Rolling intake (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityGreen Assist 2026 Advisory Support
Green AssistEurope
No deadline stated
€3 Million total pool for strategic green advisory support services. Eligibility: Small and medium environmental investment project entities in Europe. Prepare: Project Environmental Analysis, Corporate Operational Charter. Application deadline: Continuous intake (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityBOI x Bumpa Free Digital Business Tools
BOI × BumpaAfrica
No deadline stated
Free premium 6-month digital enterprise inventory management tools. Eligibility: Young retail or tech-driven entrepreneurs operating in Nigeria. Prepare: Business Operational Details, National Identification, Store Profile. Application deadline: Continuous rolling (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityFG TVET Initiative Program for Trainers
FG TVET InitiativeNigeria
No deadline stated
Technical monthly stipend support along with systemic training equipment. Eligibility: Technical and vocational education trainers based inside Nigeria. Prepare: TVET Institutional Affiliation Proof, Identification, CV. Application deadline: Rolling cycle batches (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityFATE Foundation AI Upskilling Programme
FATE FoundationAfrica
No deadline stated
Advanced digital implementation tools and AI skills training tracks. Eligibility: Educators and administration staff in Higher Education across Africa. Prepare: Institutional Verification Letter, Professional CV, Academic Bio. Application deadline: November 1, 2026 (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityGoldman Sachs 10,000 Women Entrepreneurs
Goldman SachsGlobal
No deadline stated
Completely free elite business skills, finance strategy, and execution tuition. Eligibility: Female business owners worldwide running established business models. Prepare: Business Operational Records, ID, Basic Company Bio. Application deadline: Continuous access (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityFidelity Bank HerFidelity Apprenticeship
Fidelity BankAfrica
No deadline stated
Structured corporate banking track vocational apprenticeship and scaling. Eligibility: Young female graduates in Nigeria interested in financial services. Prepare: Degree Transcript, CV, Cover Letter, National ID copy. Application deadline: Rolling cohort blocks (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityStation F Founders Program
Station FEurope
No deadline stated
Dedicated incubation space placement in Paris and public resource access. Eligibility: Disruptive early-stage digital software or tech product ventures globally. Prepare: Digital Pitch Slide Deck, Prototyping Summary, Team Passports. Application deadline: October 1, 2026 (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityAntler Asia-Pacific Cohorts
AntlerAsia
No deadline stated
Pre-seed equity financing paths ranging from $100,000 to $150,000. Eligibility: Exceptional tech talents and pre-seed ventures based in Southeast Asia. Prepare: Founder Profiles, Technical Portfolio Link, Executive Summary. Application deadline: Rolling hub deadlines (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityCapital Factory Austin Tech Track
Capital FactoryAmericas
No deadline stated
Mentorship paths, investor matchmaking, and VIP entries at SXSW. Eligibility: Disruptive tech and deep-tech startups scaling into North America. Prepare: Product Pitch Deck, Financial Summary, Executive Summary. Application deadline: Quarterly cycles (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityPrinceton University HAX Plasma Forge
Princeton University (HAX)Americas
No deadline stated
Advanced laboratory engineering, blueprint testing, and seed capital paths. Eligibility: Deep-tech hardware, clean manufacturing, or robotics startups. Prepare: Structural Blueprints, IP Disclosures, Founding Team Bios. Application deadline: Continuous entry (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityJapan Exchange Group (JPX) Tech Track
Japan Exchange Group (JPX)Asia
No deadline stated
Asia investor pipelines, scaling masterclasses, and corporate matching. Eligibility: Growth tech startups looking to integrate into Asian capital networks. Prepare: Company Overview, Cap Table, Revenue Track Sheet. Application deadline: Rolling applications (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityBlue Food & Aquaculture Innovation Program
Blue Food & Aquaculture InnovationEurope & Global
No deadline stated
Commercial scaling pilot frameworks and global scientific mentoring. Eligibility: Sustainable aquaculture, marine-tech, and food system innovations. Prepare: Scientific Paper, Project Pilot Plan, Corporate Registration. Application deadline: November 1, 2026 (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityHub71 Abu Dhabi Incentive Program
Hub71Asia & Middle East
No deadline stated
Subsidized housing setups, office workspace, and direct equity investment. Eligibility: Tech startups across enterprise sectors expanding into MENA. Prepare: Company Pitch Deck, Corporate Financial Model, Software Demo. Application deadline: Continuous rolling (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
View opportunityToronto Tech Founders Program
Toronto Tech FoundersAmericas
No deadline stated
Direct paths into North American procurement and capital networks. Eligibility: Early-stage technology founders setting up corporate offices in Canada. Prepare: Canadian Entity Documents, Cap Table, Expansion Strategy. Application deadline: Quarterly reviews (as listed in the 2026/2027 Global and Regional Opportunities Directory). Always confirm the current status on the official application page before applying.
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