The WomHub Africa Innovation Fellowship Program 2024

Ikenna Nwachukwu

2 months ago

Applications are currently ongoing for the WomHub Africa Innovation Fellowship (AIF) Program. This program is aimed at building the leadership and business development skills of African women who own and run engineering businesses. It is part of ongoing efforts by AIF, in partnership with the Royal Academy of Engineering, to support women-owned STEM innovations.

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AIF 2024 will equip its fellows with the leadership and business development skills they need to scale and prepare for investments. It will run for 8 months, starting in November 2024. The first part of the program will be a virtual masterclass covering idea and business incubation, funding, leadership development, and pitch readiness.

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Benefits

Fellows of this program will enjoy the following benefits:

Access to a network of mentors and industry experts
Training in market access, product strategy, commercial models, and external factors
Dedicated workspace equipped with resources
Opportunity to pitch to potential investors
Showcase your innovation to an international audience

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Eligibility

This program is open to persons who meet these criteria:

Have a registered new or innovative STEM business idea or startup
Developed an engineering solution that will cater to the needs of people in sub-Saharan Africa
Commit to the program for its duration (November 2024-July 2025)
Must be a woman
Have a valid passport and be able to travel between February and May 2025

Applications remain open until October 23, 2024. If you would like to apply for this opportunity, you can do so HERE.

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