Applications Open for AFC BRACE Program for Agripreneurs

Ikenna Nwachukwu

2 months ago

African Food Changemakers (AFC) says it is now receiving applications for the second cohort (batch 3) of its ‘Building Resilience against Climate Change and Environmental Shocks (BRACE)’ program. This initiative exists to inform and educate agripreneurs about the effects that climate change has on their business. It will also equip them with the knowledge they need to successfully adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change.

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BRACE is a hybrid learning experience, incorporating training, peer learning, interactive sessions, and practical applications. In the end, the organizers say they hope to help bring about positive change in Africa’s agricultural space, with their target being the adaptation of businesses in the industry to climate change, and the future thriving of such enterprises.

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Benefits

This program offers the following benefits to its participants:

Practical assignments that equip agripreneurs with the knowledge they need to successfully access financing opportunities within the ecosystem
Networking, experience sharing, group discussions, and the co-creation of solutions
Access to industry experts and trainers, through live interactive and mentoring sessions
Resources and tools that enable investments which will lead to greater sustainability
The chance to join the AFC Hub community for access to data, funding support, and market linkages

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Eligibility

The AFC’s BRACE program is open to persons who meet these criteria:

Aged 18-40 years
Must have registered and is currently operating an agribusiness
Operating in the animal or crop production segments as a producer, processor, aggregator, marketer, etc.
Be a citizen of an African country

Applications will remain open until September 11, 2024. If you would like to apply for this opportunity, you can do so HERE.

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