Following the successful pilot of the WE4A programme in 2021, the Tony Elumelu Foundation in partnership with the European Union (EU) and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) has launched the WE4A II for sustainable and inclusive growth. This partnership is part of the overall IYBA-WE4A programme which will work to strengthen the entrepreneurship ecosystems, …
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Author Archives: Temitope Somuwa
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WE4A II: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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TEF MASTERCARD ROUNDTABLE EVENT – COALITION FOR AFRICAN ENTREPRENEURS AND MSMES,
TEF MASTERCARD ROUNDATABLE: On Thursday, 29th of February 2024, the CEO of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, the leading philanthropy empowering young African entrepreneurs from across all 54 African countries, together with Mastercard President for Africa, Mark Elliott, hosted Dr. Rebecca Lissner, Special Assistant to the U.S. President and Principal Deputy National Security Advisor to the …
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Harvard Business School Launches Tony Elumelu Foundation Case Study
Spotlights Role of African Philanthropy in Transforming the Development Agenda in Africa At a time of renewed geopolitical interest in Africa, and an increasing questioning of traditional development finance models, Harvard Business School today released a case study examining the role and impact of the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), and its unique approach to catalysing …
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5 Compelling Reasons To Join The Global TEF Mentor Guild
TEF Mentor Signup: Are you passionate about Africa’s development? Do you possess expertise in business or a professional field? Here’s your chance to make a meaningful impact by becoming a mentor with the Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme (TEF). Click the link below to sign up as a #TEFMentor! Sign up as a TEF Mentor …
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Meet Omowunmi, 2015 TEF Alumni Who Got Funding for Smoothie Business
Get $5000 Funding for your smoothie business: Omowunmi Akande used to be a corporate worker until she felt the need for a change in her career path as she was not getting satisfaction from her job any longer. Omowunmi felt the need to do more and be more. She wanted to be at the forefront …
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The Leading Philanthropy in Africa: Tony Elumelu Foundation
Top 5 Philanthropists Supporting Africa’s Development: On February 20, 2024, Business Insider Africa highlighted the top philanthropists supporting Africa’s development, featuring Tony Elumelu among the prominent figures. The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) has emerged as a pivotal force in driving Africa’s progress through entrepreneurship and empowerment. On January 23, 2024, The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), …
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Meet Izu Freeman, 2019 TEF Alumni who is into processing, distribution of products from cassava.
Seed Funding for MSMEs in Nigeria: Financial experts say about 80 percent of Small and Medium Enterprises, and SMEs, in Nigeria fail within the first five years of their existence due to lack of experience and other wrong business practices. Izu Freeman decided to help micro, small and medium businesses to digitalize their processes for …
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An Easy Guide to Successfully Apply for TEF2024 on TEFConnect
Updated: Apply here for $5000 in the 2025 Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneur Programme. Learn more The Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme is a $100million commitment made by the Elumelu family to empower 10,000 African entrepreneurs over a 10-year period through, training, mentorship, and funding. The goal is to create at least 1million jobs and contribute …
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Meet 2017 TEF Alumni, Olanrewaju Fadodun who started food processing and training services business
Olarewaju said the seed capital and the 12 weeks of entrepreneurship training have been vital for his business. During the 2019 TEF forum, he was able to exhibit at the UBA marketplace and connected with several people that have impacted his business in terms of finances and recommendations.
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Meet 2018 TEF Alumni, Lahja Amakali who started food processing and training services business
Starting a food processing business in Namibia: In a meeting held on 30 August 2016, the president of the Namibia Agricultural Union, Mr Ryno van der Merwe explained, to a hall full of people on the farm Neu-Otjisaouna, that the profitability of cattle and sheep farming is not close to what it should be. He …
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