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The Nigerian government has turned to Artificial Intelligence (AI) to expand its Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) program, aiming to reach more vulnerable citizens and eliminate fraud. The new system, which analyzes mobile and banking data, has already identified 6.5 million additional urban beneficiaries, raising the number of Nigerians on the National Social Register to 19.7 … Continue reading “FG Uses AI to Identify 6.5 Million Poor Urban for Cash Transfers”
ABOUT THE NEXTGEN INNOVATION CHALLENGE The NextGen Innovation Challenge is a pioneering national initiative designed to unlock the immense innovative potential of Nigerian youths, especially from grassroots communities across the 774 local government areas. The challenge was inspired by the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, which emphasises youth empowerment, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation as cornerstones for national … Continue reading “Application is open: Apply NextGen Innovation Challenge 2025 at National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI)”
The Lagos State Government, in collaboration with the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and ImpactHER, is proud to announce the official launch of the SME Export Accelerator Program—a transformative capacity-building initiative aimed at empowering Lagos-based SMEs with the knowledge, skills, and networks needed to scale in cross-border trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). … Continue reading “Application is open: Lagos State SME Export Accelerator Program”
Zakat and Sadaqat Foundation (ZSF) welcomes you to the tenth year edition of the competition. The journey of our annual Entrepreneurship Development Project (A.K.A. Business Plan Competition) so far is quite eventful and full of gratitude. It all started 10 years back with the unwavering commitment to promote entrepreneurial skills, ingenuity, creativity, and innovation among … Continue reading “Zakat and Sadaqat Foundation : Apply 2025 Business Plan Competition”
Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading non-governmental public health organisations in Nigeria, implementing programmes in Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV & AIDS prevention and treatment, malaria prevention and treatment, primary health care system strengthening and maternal, newborn and child health care. We work in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of … Continue reading “Girl Capital, Design and Gender Specialist at society for Family Health”
In a vibrant Children’s Day celebration that doubled as a groundbreaking launch of the Global Youth AgriTech Network (GYANT), the SAHE Foundation affirmed that the future of agriculture belongs to the tech-savvy youth of Nigeria. While addressing the audience gathered at the event, the Founder of SAHE Foundation, Dr. Idongesit Mbaram stated: “This is more … Continue reading “SAHE Foundation Launches Global Youth AgriTech Network”
United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for … Continue reading “International Consultant – Quality Assurance Engineer, Abuja Premier Medical Warehouse (APMW) at the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF)”
Are you an early-career hydrologist looking to expand your research, skills, and professional network across Africa? The IAHS Africa Regional Committee (ARC) is offering Research Mobility Grants to support short-term visits (minimum 2 weeks) to other African institutions. This opportunity is designed to foster South–South collaboration, interdisciplinary research, and capacity building for young professionals in hydrology and … Continue reading “IAHS ARC Research Mobility Grant for Early Career Hydrologists in Africa (Up To £1,500)”
In a bold move to tackle youth unemployment and drive industrial development, the Federal Government has launched a comprehensive Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) initiative aimed at building a globally competitive, skilled workforce. Speaking at the official flag-off ceremony in Abuja, the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, declared that the … Continue reading “FG Launches Landmark TVET Programme To Equip Youth For Jobs And Nation-building”
Are you an entrepreneur with an established startup and have a tech project idea with strong social and/or environmental impact? Are you looking to overcome technical or human challenges, realize your vision, and accelerate your growth? OSC2025 is the opportunity you need. REQUIREMENTS : Impact project Your solution aligns with the Startup4Good theme and … Continue reading “The Orange Summer Challenge 2025 for young African Entrepreneurs”