The Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation (ONDI) is partnering with the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to execute iHatch, a startup incubation program. The initiative targets startups that have an innovative business plan and a prototype product or service.
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This incubation program will last for 5 months and will provide entrepreneurs with lectures, boot camps and coaching that will enable them to refine their business ideas. Participating startups will receive training online and offline from experts, mentors and coaches from across the world. They will also get a free coworking space and the chance to attract investment, both of which will be available for as long as the program lasts.
The cohort, which is the third of its kind, will take place in Abuja (FCT), Gombe, Kano, Lagos, and Rivers.
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Benefits
The startups that are selected for this cohort will benefit from it in the following ways:
- Get a free coworking space at NCAIR, Abuja
- Participate in free online and offline interactive training
- Take part in mentorship and coaching sessions with tech experts
- Gain access to funding opportunities
- Get the chance to network with other startups
Eligibility
Startups that intend to apply must meet these criteria:
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Participants must be at least 18 years old
- Should be an individual or team with an innovative business plan and prototype or product that could contribute positively to the growth and development of Nigeria’s economy
- They should be willing to set up a legally recognized company and commence operations in Nigeria
Applications will remain open until January 7, 2023.
If you would like to apply for the NITDA 2023 iHatch Intensive Incubation Program, click here.
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