We are now accepting applications for the 4th cycle of the TEF Entrepreneurship Programme. Outstanding African entrepreneurs who have start-ups or business ideas with the potential to grow are encouraged to apply.

Through this business development programme, we provide training, mentoring, funding and network access to catalyze growth in Africa’s most under valued resource- its entrepreneurs.

All Applications must be submitted ONLINE through the APPLICATION PORTAL.

Selection of the applicants will take place from the close of the Application on March 1st, by the Tony Elumelu Foundation and an independent Selection Committee appointed by the Foundation, against the specified selection criteria.

All applications will be judged on 5 core criteria, which are:

1. Feasibility of the business idea.
2. Market Opportunity: knowledge and understanding of the market, customers and competitors for their idea/business.
3. Financial Understanding: understanding of the basic financial requirements of running a business, costs and revenues.
4. Scalability: Demonstrates potential for replication and growth of their product or service to create jobs and wealth.
5. Leadership Potential and Entrepreneurial Skills: Demonstrate leadership potential, capable of attracting people, customers and resources.