Orange Corners Nigeria Incubation Programme Cohort 13 for Young Entrepreneurs in Nigeria (30,000 Euros in funding)

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About Orange Corners Nigeria Incubation Programme

Funded by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Lagos and implemented by FATE Foundation, Orange Corners Nigeria has a single, powerful mission: to build a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in Nigeria. They equip young entrepreneurs with the skills, knowledge, and support they need to create sustainable economic opportunities within their communities.

Are you ready to be a part of the Orange Corners journey?

Applications for Cohort 13 are now open! They are looking for passionate individuals aged 18-35 with bold business ideas ready to make a difference.

 

Structure and Curriculum

The Incubation programme combines a mix of interactive enterprise training, mentoring, advisory and business support services to enable each participant fully develop their idea from a concept to a viable product/service.

Enterprise Training & Master Classes

• Concept Development
• Design Thinking
• Market Strategy
• Product/Service Development
• Operations Management
• Business Model Canvas
• Business Plan Development
• Budgeting, Financial Management and Financial Reporting
• People Management
• Raising Financing
• Digital Marketing
• Business Pitching

Business Support

• Business Growth Advisory (accounting, legal, tax, HR, marketing, digital)
• Business Registration with the CAC
• Funding Linkages
• Market Linkages

Mentoring

• Matching with a Business Mentor

• Sponsor Organisation: Orange Corners

Benefits of Orange Corners Nigeria Incubation Programme

Here’s what you can expect by joining the Orange Corners Nigeria Programme:

1. Enterprise Management Training: Gain essential knowledge in business management to build a successful venture.
2. Business Incubation & Advisory Services: Access professional guidance and support tailored to your growth.
3. Prototype Development & Testing Funding: Bring your idea to life with financial support for testing and validation.
4. Mentorship & Coaching: Learn from experienced entrepreneurs and industry experts who’ve been in your shoes.
5. Recieve funding up to €30,000 to develop your business solution

Orange Corners Nigeria Incubation Programme Requirements

• Entrepreneurs in Ogun State
• Between the ages of 18 - 35 years
• Businesses with innovative sustainable solutions in Circular Economy, Agriculture, Health, Renewable Energy, Tech and water solution industry

Application Date and Process

Stage I:

Interested applicants must complete the online form linked below. Applicants will be required to complete all the required fields and upload the following:

• Passport Photograph
• School Certificate or Statement of Result
• Birth Certificate
• CAC Registration (Optional)

Stage II:

Following a review of all received applications, 30 candidates will be shortlisted for a 2-day Bootcamp which will culminate in a Pitch Competition to shortlist the top 20 participants per stream to go through the Incubation programme.

Through the support of the Kingdom of Netherlands Orange Corners, and other Partners, the programme is FREE to entrepreneurs who are shortlisted to the Bootcamp and incubation stage. This scholarship support from Orange Corners Nigeria covers all direct course fees.

The 6-month Incubation programmme comprises of in-person capacity building sessions, business advisory and mentoring, industry visits and networking events. Do note the programme will be delivered in-person and virtually.

Application Deadline

18 May, 2025

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