Organized by Enterprise Singapore, the Trade and Connectivity Challenge - 4th Edition is calling for startups to showcase their innovative solutions that address operational needs in the aviation, maritime, land transport, logistics and trade sectors.

Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge 2022, launched by Enterprise Singapore, aims to bring together industry partners and creative innovators to co-develop sustainable solutions in key areas such as zero-waste, sustainable food source, materials, packaging, and many more. Over S$2.8 million worth of support available!

Plan International is launching the Disrupt4Her Incubator in Kenya powered by Circle Innovation and Growth Africa to support early stage businesses to launch their innovations in the market. The 4-month incubation programme will focus on early stage businesses building products and services that enhance the lives of women and girls, particularly in low-income communities in Kenya. Disrupt4Her Incubator will provide training support in business fundamentals, hands-on market testing and validation support. In addition, you are eligible for financing of up to EUR 10,000 and post-financing support. 

Applications are open for the March 2023 Ygap Kenya Accelerator Program! This program is designed to support locally-led, early-stage ventures with innovative approaches to business.

Invest in Africa (IIA) partnered with the World University Service of Canada (WUSC) to enhance the integration of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) sustainability and reporting by women small and medium enterprises (WSMEs). The initiative is targeted at Kenyan WSMEs, particularly those owned by young entrepreneurs, to adopt sustainable business practices.

Shop@SmallBusiness is an initiative of Biashara Africa that celebrates Small Businesses and encourages buyers and consumers to support small businesses by shopping from them.