The Transforming Nigerian Youths program aims to create a network of entrepreneurial and managerial change-makers specifically youths and women across the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) sector in Nigeria.
This program is brought to Nigeria by the Young Africa Works-Mastercard Foundation in partnership with the Enterprise Development Centre, Pan-Atlantic University.
EDC is teaming up with the Foundation to build the capacity of 40,000 MSMEs with special focus on agriculture and creative sectors especially women-led businesses in Nigeria. The training will be delivered via EDC’s online learning platform and IVR( Interactive Voice Response) to enable all learners to take part in the lessons on the go wherever they are.
If you are an entrepreneur or would like to be a business owner, you need to register for this FREE Entrepreneurship training by Enterprise Development Centre in partnership with MasterCard Foundation-Young Africa Works.
About MasterCard Foundation
The Mastercard Foundation is an international non-governmental organization established by Mastercard in 2006. The organization, which is based in Toronto, Ontario, has supported work in 49 countries.In 2018, Mastercard Foundation shifted to a specific focus on Africa, through its Young Africa Works strategy. The foundation develops programs primarily focused on reducing gender and economic inequality, expanding access to quality education, increasing the opportunities for decent work, and supporting overall economic growth.Funding is primaril... read more
Transforming Nigerian Youths
| Application Deadline | Not Specified |
| Country to study | Nigeria |
| Type | Entrepreneurs |
| Sponsor | MasterCard Foundation |
| Gender | Men and Women |
Aim and Benefits of Transforming Nigerian Youths
Aim
- To completely transform the mindset of youths in Nigeria to become more entrepreneurial, and to equip them to be self-employed or job creators.
- To create market access and provide support services to existing business owners especially those being run by young people.
- Change the way learning or information is received in Nigeria through EDC Beam.
Benefits
- Personalized Plan for your Business Growth
- Opportunity for rewards such as Free Website Design, Google my Business profile
- Free Access to Market
- One on One Advisory Services
- Free Data to browse for the training
- A chance to participate in sector-specific Competitions
- Access to Information on Funding Opportunities
Requirements for Transforming Nigerian Youths Qualification
The program is for the youths (age 18-35 years) resident in any of the 36 States of Nigeria with a business or an idea.
Application Deadline
Not SpecifiedHow to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to MasterCard Foundation on reg.smetoolkit.ng to applyFor more details, visit MasterCard website
