📢 Call for Applications: AEDIB Joint Innovation Facility (JIF) 2026 – Up to €200,000 Non-Dilutive Funding The Africa–Europe Digital Innovation Bridge (AEDIB) Joint Innovation Facility (JIF) 2026 is now open for applications. This strategic funding initiative supports Africa–Europe consortia working to scale commercially viable, digitally enabled solutions with measurable climate-positive impact . ( innovationbridge.info ) 🌍 What Is the JIF? The Joint Innovation Facility is a funding and collaboration mechanism under the AEDIB programme, aligned with the EU Global Gateway Africa–Europe Investment Package . It was created to accelerate cross-border scaling of proven digital innovations , deepen Africa–Europe partnerships, and amplify climate action through technology. ( innovationbridge.info ) Rather than supporting early prototypes or experiments, JIF focuses on solutions that are already revenue-generating and ready to grow into new markets — especially across Africa and Europe....
Upcoming Artisan and MSMEs Incubation Program & Summit Date: December 3, 2024 Time:9:00 AM Venue: 59 Edo Innovation Hub, Wire Road, Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria The Artisan and MSMEs Incubation Program & Summit, a landmark event for entrepreneurs, artisans, and MSMEs, will bring together Nigeria’s top institutions in business growth and development, including the Bank of Industry (BOI), Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), EdoJobs, GIZ, Nigerian Export Promotion Council, ECF Micro Finance Ltd., and representatives from various trade associations. This summit is a must-attend event for business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, and artisans looking to scale their businesses or launch new ventures. What Attendees Will Gain : 1. Expert Insights and Resources : Gain access to the tools and resources that will enable you to improve your business strategies, increase productivity, and access funding and markets. 2 . Vocational Tr...