$5,000 grant for African entrepreneurs
The TEF Entrepreneurship Programme provides $5,000 seed capital, mentoring, and a global network to 1,000 African entrepreneurs annually. No equity taken. Open to all African countries.
Best for
Use when
You are an early-stage African founder looking for non-dilutive seed funding and mentorship.
Skip when
Your startup is already beyond the idea/early stage — TEF targets very early ventures and requires a business plan.
Applications open once per year, usually January–March. Highly competitive — 1,000 winners from hundreds of thousands of applicants. Apply early and make your business plan specific.
Alternatives
Google for Startups Africa, MasterCard Foundation, She Leads Africa