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Precious here from SASIE, your partner in tech entrepreneurship.

Happy MONDAY! Today, we have a power-packed set of grants, contests, and programs to drive your entrepreneurial journey forward, whether you're creating a technology startup, leading an engineering innovation, or aiming for global recognition.

We have it all from HighlightHER: Women Export Readiness Training, to a substantial L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards. Plus, don't miss out on opportunities for environmental projects, export readiness for women, and specialised fellowships in data science and agripreneurship!

Let us set out and ensure that this week counts towards our business ambitions and the future of African business!

• HighlightHER: Women Export Readiness Training—Win a $1,000 Grant & a Trip to Algeria!

• MoWA-SARA Accelerator Program: Free Training, Mentorship & Certification for Nigerian Women!

• GREEN Institute Sustainability Impact Grant 2025: $5,000 Max for Your Green Project!

• L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards - €100,000 Award!

• African Women in Data Science Fellowship: Developing Data-Driven Leaders for Food Security & Climate Action!

HighlightHER: Women Export Readiness Training, Win a $1,000 Grant & a Trip to Algeria!

Empower Your Women-Owned Business to Global Business Dominance—Apply Now

A powerful opportunity has emerged for women business owners in Africa and the Caribbean who are eager to expand to the global market! The Export Readiness Online Training for Women, or ShowcaseHER, is now inviting applications for its transformative 6-month online incubation programme. Designed specifically for women-owned small and medium-sized enterprises (WSMEs), this initiative aims to equip you with the vital skills, knowledge, and networks needed to succeed in cross-border trade and join international export value chains, maximising the vast possibilities offered by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

Highlight participants will gain:

• Comprehensive Online Training: A 6-month rigorous online incubation program on export readiness and business digitalisation.

• Trade Finance Access: Receive valuable insights and means to access trade finance, allowing you to finance your international pursuits.

• Expert Mentorship: Receive customised guidance from trade and export industry experts.

• Capacity Building: Build your intra-African trade and global market engagement capacity.

• Grant Opportunity: You could win a grant of up to $1,000 to fund your business expansion.

• Fully Paid Trip: A possibility to win an all-expenses-paid trip to the prestigious Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 in Algiers, Algeria, to have unparalleled networking and market access.

Deadline: June 6th, 2025

MoWA-SARA Accelerator Program: Free Training, Mentorship & Certification for Nigerian Women!

Unlock Vocational Skills, Business Knowledge & Market Access to Power Your Entrepreneurial Journey!

A transformative opportunity has arisen for Nigerian women aged 18 and above who wish to start or expand their businesses and improve their financial independence! The MoWA-SARA Accelerator Programme is now accepting applications for its fully funded initiative, which aims to deliver comprehensive vocational training, business literacy, and essential market entry support. Sponsored entirely by Wema Bank, the programme provides free certification training and valuable assistance to support women's businesses in key sectors.

The programme offers specialised training in key industries:

• Food Processing: Gain skills in processing agricultural produce into sellable food items.

• Wig Making: Master the art and commerce of making good-quality wigs.

• Garment Making: Master fashion design and garment manufacturing.

Participants will enjoy considerable benefits:

• Free Tuition: Wema Bank pays the entire program fee, which means there is no cost for participants.

• Vocational Skills Training: Gain experiential, hands-on skills in your preferred vocational sector.

• Business Skills: Gain key business skills to manage, market, and grow your business.

• Market Access Support: Receive support and networking to enable access to target markets.

• Certification: Get a helpful certificate on graduation.

• Empowerment: Enhance your economic empowerment and promote gender equality through enterprise.

GREEN Institute Sustainability Impact Grant 2025: $5,000 Max for Your Green Project!

Unlock Funding and Global Recognition for Your Groundbreaking Green Project – Apply Rolling Basis!

The GREEN Institute Sustainability Impact Grant 2025 offers up to £5,000 in funding to support innovative, sustainability-focused initiatives that address key environmental challenges and promote the UN Sustainable Development Goals. This annual grant programme, sponsored by The GREEN Institute, aims to fund pioneering solutions for a greener future. If your initiative is making a positive impact globally, this grant could provide the funding you need, along with international publicity.

Awards will be awarded to successful grantees.

• Economic Support: Receive guaranteed funding up to $5,000 to implement your environmental project.

• Global Exposure: Receive international visibility and recognition for making a positive impact.

• Collaboration Potential: Open up potential collaboration opportunities with The GREEN Institute and its community.

• Showcase Opportunities: Display your project findings and share your learnings with a broader community.

L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards – €100,000 Award!

Honouring Distinguished Women Scientists around the World for Contributions to Life and Environmental Sciences

A valued opportunity to recognise and celebrate the groundbreaking work of globally renowned women scientists across the globe is now open! Nominations are now officially open for the L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards that reward superior contributions towards scientific advancement, particularly in the fields of Life and Environmental Sciences. If you know an exceptional woman scientist whose work merits international accolades and a large cash award, this is your chance to nominate her for this prestigious award.

The winners of the awards in these international awards gain;

• Massive Financial Grant: Each of the five award-winning laureates will be awarded €100,000 to support their ongoing work and research in science.

• Global Recognition: Be held in high esteem on a global platform for your scientific contribution and accomplishment.

• Inspiration for Future Females: Be an example and inspire future women to pursue careers in science.

Deadline: July 4th, 2025

African Women in Data Science Fellowship: Developing Data-Driven Leaders for Food Security & Climate Action!

Unlock Enhanced Skills, Mentorship, & Seed Capital in a 12-Month Life-Changing Program

A revolutionary opportunity has come about for innovative African women professionals willing to apply data science to propel changes in agrifood systems and climate resilience! African Women in Data Science Fellowship, established by African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD), is now available for applications. The opportunity is designed to significantly enhance the technical and leadership capacities of women applying data science for inclusive, evidence-based innovation across the continent.

The fellowship provides a good package of support to propel professional growth:

• Leadership Development: Participate in a 7-day intensive women's leadership training.

• Comprehensive Data Science Training:

  A 2-week in-residence face-to-face technical data science boot camp of foundational skills.

  A 2-month online boot camp in applying data science tools to actual problems.

• Project Implementation: Create and implement a data-driven capstone project with minimal seed funding and technical assistance.

• Advanced Science Training: Request short-term institutional attachment to gain experience.

• Expert Mentorship: Receive frequent mentorship from top-level data science professionals.

• Knowledge Sharing & Networking: Attend valuable knowledge-sharing and networking meetings.

Deadline: July 31st, 2025

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