The NWTF 2026 Grant presents a valuable opportunity for women-led projects throughout Africa to access funding and expand their reach. This specialised program aims to support women who are driving innovation, social transformation, and entrepreneurship.
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Running from January through April 2026, it provides both financial resources and skills development to enhance women-driven development work.
Women leading community-based projects, nonprofit organisations, or enterprise-focused solutions are encouraged to apply for support to develop, maintain, and broaden their initiatives.
Grant Benefits
Recipients will gain access to:
- Financial resources for implementing their projects.
- Structured mentorship and oversight spanning four months.
- Tools include proposal templates, planning frameworks, and reporting resources.
- Professional development opportunities for women leading impact-focused initiatives.
- Enhanced profile and acknowledgement within the broader development community.
This program suits women working toward meaningful social, economic, or community change.
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Who Can Apply?
To qualify, applicants must:
- Serve in a leadership or co-leadership role within a women-focused or women-led project.
- Be available throughout the entire project duration (January–April 2026).
- Present a well-defined problem statement, proposed solution, and quantifiable outcomes.
- Complete all required documentation using the provided official templates.
- Submit comprehensive applications by the specified deadline.
Application Closing Date: December 12, 2025
Applications received after this date will not be accepted.
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Application Process
- Access and download the necessary proposal templates and instruction materials from the official Google Drive folder at: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1v8HfWMDv7-cMoaHVnfpds5X6JPW3qzLj?usp=sharing
- Fill out all documents thoroughly, adhering to the guidelines included.
- Send your completed application by email to: [email protected]
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