FATE Foundation 2022 Aspiring Entrepreneurs Programme (AEP Digital) for Nigerian Entrepreneurs

Published: 09 May 2022

FATE Foundation in partnership with Meta launches the 5th edition of the “Aspiring Entrepreneurs Programme: Digital (AEP Digital)” which is targeted at startup Founders with innovative business ideas between the ages of 25 and 45 years.

The Program leverages on FATE Foundation’s AEP’s unrivaled enterprise development curriculum which covers the basics of starting and growing a successful business in Nigeria and Meta’s digital strategy and literacy programming support for small and growing businesses.

In 2022 we would be supporting 240 Aspiring Entrepreneurs from across different sectors in the Nigerian Economy with special consideration for entrepreneurs in the Education, Agriculture, Hospitality & Tourism, Creatives. Our intent in selecting these sectors is their consideration as high growth, high impact, and job-creating sectors for the Nigerian economy.

FATE Foundation Aspiring Entrepreneurs Programme

Application Deadline	October 1, 2022
Funding Type	Fully Funded
Type	Entrepreneurs
Sponsor	FATE Foundation

FATE Foundation Aspiring Entrepreneurs Programme Benefits

• Business Model Development/Review Strategies
• Digital Marketing Strategies & Knowledge
• Financial Literacy and Cashflow Management
• Business Financing Strategies
• Insights into relevant local and industry networks/business groups
• Access to Free Digital Tools and Platforms
• Facebook Ad Credits for Winners of the state level/national Pitch Competition
• Access to FATE Foundation’s Business Advisory and Support Services
• Access to Funding and Market Linkages

Requirements for FATE Foundation Aspiring Entrepreneurs Programme

To be eligible, you must:

• Between 25 – 45 years old
• Computer Literate
• Have Access to a Laptop or Data-Enabled Device
• Have already registered and launched a business.
• Have graduated from an Accredited Tertiary Level Institution
• Must be able to participate all through the required programme duration

Selection Process

This is a State-by-State Hybrid training, and it is expected that each entrepreneur enrolled in the programme must be from the location/city where you have applied for the programme. This will also be verified during the shortlisting/selection process.Click on timeline to know your state closing / training date.

Application Documents

Upload the following documents:

• A Profile Picture (headshot facing camera)
• School Certificate or Statement of Result from an Accredited Tertiary Institution
• Birth Certificate
• Resume
• C.A.C. Certificate

Application Deadline

October 1, 2022

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to FATE Foundation on forms.office.com to apply