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AFEX

Abuja

  • Capital support
  • Technology

AFEX is a commodity trade solutions company. We are a pan-African organization championing efficient trade and wealth creation through the commodities market in Africa. By addressing food…

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For Growth-stage founders +1 more

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AFEX is a commodity trade solutions company. We are a pan-African organization championing efficient trade and wealth creation through the commodities market in Africa. By addressing food system challenges, we generate impact that flows to the bottom of the pyramid.

Who they supportGrowth-stage founders · Investors and funders

How they helpAccess to capital · Access to customers and markets

Connects to capital Checked Sept 2026
  • Policy
  • Programmes
  • Workspace

We focus on the development of micro, small and medium enterprises and aims to assist new and existing entrepreneurs to overcome obstacles to growth through access to finance, proper…

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We focus on the development of micro, small and medium enterprises and aims to assist new and existing entrepreneurs to overcome obstacles to growth through access to finance, proper business planning and developing entrepreneurship skills.

Who they supportAspiring founders and students · Early-stage founders

How they helpAccess to capital · Business and operating skills · Workspace

Connects to capital Checked Sept 2026

AfriLabs

Abuja

  • Capital support
  • Policy
  • Programmes

AfriLabs is the beating heart of Africa’s startup ecosystem, uniting 500+ innovation hubs across 53 African countries to empower entrepreneurs with the skills, funding, and networks they…

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For Early-stage founders +2 more

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AfriLabs is the beating heart of Africa’s startup ecosystem, uniting 500+ innovation hubs across 53 African countries to empower entrepreneurs with the skills, funding, and networks they need to scale.

Who they supportEarly-stage founders · Investors and funders · Other organisations in the ecosystem

How they helpAccess to capital · Introductions and network · Regulation, policy and compliance

Connects to capital Checked Sept 2026 · Activity Jun 2026
  • Programmes
  • Workspace

enspire is a technology centric incubation program for early-stage startups focused on building viable businesses. The program commenced in 2013 and has supported more than 200 startups and…

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enspire is a technology centric incubation program for early-stage startups focused on building viable businesses. The program commenced in 2013 and has supported more than 200 startups and individuals in various economic sectors in Nigeria.

Who they supportAspiring founders and students · Early-stage founders

How they helpInvestment readiness · Workspace · Mentorship

Connects to capital Checked Sept 2026
  • Capital support
  • Policy
  • Programmes

Our mission is to foster the growth and development of Nano, Micro, Small and Medium-sized enterprises across Nigeria. We provide vital support through initiatives like capacity building,…

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For Early-stage founders +2 more

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Our mission is to foster the growth and development of Nano, Micro, Small and Medium-sized enterprises across Nigeria. We provide vital support through initiatives like capacity building, access to finance, entrepreneurship training, and advocacy for policies that benefit SMEs.

Who they supportEarly-stage founders · Growth-stage founders · Women in tech

How they helpAccess to capital · Business and operating skills · Access to customers and markets

Connects to capital Checked Sept 2026 · Activity Aug 2026
  • Talent & skills
  • Media
  • Programmes

A Social Enterprise & Accelerator Platform empowering startups and SMEs in Africa through training, mentorship, collaboration, and access to funding opportunities.

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For Aspiring founders and students +2 more

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Who they supportAspiring founders and students · Early-stage founders · Investors and funders

How they helpInvestment readiness · Business and operating skills · Introductions and network

Connects to capital Checked Sept 2026

The CANs

Abuja

  • Capital support
  • Programmes

At the CANs, we believe in the power of technology to impact lives.

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For Early-stage founders +1 more

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Who they supportEarly-stage founders · Investors and funders

How they helpAccess to capital · Introductions and network

Connects to capital Checked Sept 2026 · Activity Aug 2026

Wennovation Hub

Abuja · Ibadan · Lagos

  • Capital support
  • Programmes
  • Workspace

Wennovation Hub is a venture development company that supports early stage startups and growing teams across emerging sectors, giving them access to incubation, acceleration, investment…

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Wennovation Hub is a venture development company that supports early stage startups and growing teams across emerging sectors, giving them access to incubation, acceleration, investment opportunities, market access and mentorship to build thriving startups.

Who they supportEarly-stage founders · Growth-stage founders · Women in tech

How they helpInvestment readiness · Mentorship · Access to customers and markets

Connects to capital Checked Sept 2026