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The develoPPP Ventures Ideas Competition 2026 supports young entrepreneurs whose innovative business models improve living conditions in developing or emerging countries. Selected companies receive non-dilutive capital of 100,000 euros through a matching-funds model funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

The $12,000 Doctoral Dissertation Research Fellowship Program provides support for topics related to Peacebuilding, Governance, and Developmental Dynamics.

The Africa Early Childhood Network (AfECN) is inviting expressions of interest to support grassroots advocacy efforts aimed at strengthening policies and investments that prioritize the wellbeing of young children across Africa.

The $30,000 In-country YouthADAPT Challenge is calling on youth-led MSMEs and innovators to drive climate adaptation and resilience across Africa.

The £30,000 Modern Energy Cooking Services (MECS) invites proposals from entrepreneurs, start-ups, businesses, and food service providers interested in establishing or expanding a sustainable pre-cooked food business using electricity as the main fuel for cooking based in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Ghana, or Nigeria.

The TUI Colourful Cultures offers tourists the opportunity to experience and appreciate these cultures and empowers communities to preserve and promote them through tourism.

The FUNGUO Innovation Programme is now open to unlock the potential of impact-driven startups and innovative micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Tanzania.

Standard Chartered Women in Cyber Security Program. With the use of technology and all the benefits of connection and efficiency, necessarily comes the increased exposure and the need to keep organizations safe. Historically, women have been underrepresented in technology-related disciplines, particularly cybersecurity.

The €100,000 develoPPP Ventures is aimed at young companies whose innovative business model improves living conditions in a developing or emerging country and who are planning to scale up.