Wema Bank / EDC Mastercard Transforming Nigerian Youth Program

 Wema Bank / EDC Mastercard Transforming Nigerian Youth Program

Host: Wema Bank, in partnership with Enterprise Development Centre (EDC), Pan-Atlantic University, and Mastercard Foundation
Category: Fellowship / Entrepreneurship Development
Region: Nigeria
Target Participants: Youths and women entrepreneurs aged 18–35 in the MSME sector

Program Objective

To create a network of entrepreneurial and managerial change-makers, equipping Nigerian youths—especially women, with the skills, mentorship, and funding required to succeed as self-employed entrepreneurs or business owners.

Program Benefits

• Enterprise Training: Comprehensive courses on entrepreneurship and business management

• Mentorship: Personalized guidance from industry leaders

• Grants / Seed Funding: Up to ₦5,000,000 per selected participant

• Market Access Support: Help in scaling existing businesses and accessing new markets

• Dedicated Business Support: Ongoing assistance tailored to participants’ needs

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a young entrepreneur aged 18–35

• Must reside in Nigeria

• Must be a woman entrepreneur in any sector of MSMEs

• Must demonstrate commitment to growth and innovation in their business

Program Duration & Rewards

• Duration: Not specified

• Rewards include:

  • Grants up to ₦5 million

  • Capacity building at no cost

  • Mentorship and guidance by industry leaders

  • Seed funding

  • Personalized business support

How to Apply

1. Visit the program’s official webpage.

2. Click Register to create an account or log in if you already have one.

3. Submit your application including your business plan and other required details.

4. Beneficiaries are selected based on:

   • Active participation in the training program

   • Quality and feasibility of submitted business plan

Deadline: Not specified

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