SARA by WEMA Transforming Nigerian Youths Program 2025 – Cohort 3 (up to N2,500,000 grant)

Deadline: Unspecified

Applications are invited for the SARA by WEMA Transforming Nigerian Youths Program 2025. The Transforming Nigerian Youths Program offers comprehensive training and support to young Nigerian entrepreneurs, focusing particularly on female entrepreneurs aged 18 – 35 years. Through a combination of enterprise training, access to grants, market access support, and personalized mentoring, participants will be equipped with tools and knowledge needed to succeed in today’s competitive business landscape.

Cohort 3 features a 3-day intensive training from 9th – 11th September 2025. It is a physical training designed to equip participants with essential skills in Business Management, filled with interactive workshops and seminars to deepen their understanding in scaling up their businesses.

The apex of the program is a grand pitchathon, where participants will be allowed to pitch their business ideas to a panel of credible judges. This final stage not only showcases participants’ innovations but also provides them with critical feedback and the chance to win grant awards or secure further mentorship and funding opportunities from potential investors who will also attend the pitchathon program.

Benefits

• Free enterprise training for 50,000 young women business
• Gain access to free and discounted slots in trade fairs and exhibitions to showcase your products and services.
• Receive personalized support from SMEDAN-certified Business Development Support Providers (BDSPs) to help you navigate challenges and capitalize on opportunities.
• Stand a chance to receive grant award of up to N2,500,000 to kickstart or scale your business ventures.

Eligibility

• The program targets young Nigerians;
• Aged 18 to 35, with a specific focus on women entrepreneurs, across various sectors of the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).

Application

The program is free of charge for eligible participants. There are no application fees or training costs involved.

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For more information, visit Transforming Nigerian Youths Program.