Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) Entrepreneurship Program 2027 ($5,000 Seed Capital)

The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) is inviting early-stage African entrepreneurs to apply for its flagship $100M entrepreneurship initiative providing seed capital, business mentorship, and training.

Benefits

• $5,000 non-refundable seed capital grant.
• 12 weeks of intensive online business management training.
• Lifetime membership in the TEFConnect pan-African business network.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to African entrepreneurs operating businesses or business ideas within Africa.
• Business must be in its early stage (0 to 3 years of operation).

How to Apply

Register and complete the business assessment test on TEFConnect before January 31, 2027.