Anzisha Fellowship 2027 for Young African Entrepreneurs

Scholarship Details

Introduction

The Anzisha Fellowship 2027 is an opportunity for young African entrepreneurs aged 15–22 who have already started and are growing a business or social venture. The programme provides business-building support, mentorship, practical learning and milestone-based funding to help young founders grow their ventures and create jobs.

Unlike a traditional academic scholarship, the Anzisha Fellowship focuses on entrepreneurship and business growth. Applications are free, and young entrepreneurs from Nigeria and other African countries can apply if they meet the eligibility requirements.

Opportunity Details

• Programme: Anzisha Fellowship 2027
• Organiser: Anzisha
• Opportunity type: Entrepreneurship fellowship
• Eligible applicants: Young African entrepreneurs aged 15–22
• Location: African countries
• Funding: Milestone-based stipends and business support
• Application fee: Free
• Applications open: September 29, 2026
• Application deadline: November 10, 2026
• Evaluation period: November 2026 – March 2027
• Fellows announced: May 2027
• Official application portal:

Benefits of the Anzisha Fellowship

Selected fellows may receive:

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• Cash stipends: Milestone-based funding linked to business progress.
• Business coaching: Guidance to improve business strategy, operations and growth.
• Entrepreneurship training: Practical digital courses and live learning sessions.
• Financial readiness support: Help developing financial systems and materials for potential investors and partners.
• Mentorship and expert guidance: Access to experienced entrepreneurs and specialists.
• Experiential learning: Opportunities to learn from established business leaders.
• Entrepreneurial community: Connections with young founders across Africa.
• Additional opportunities: Eligible fellows may access specialised consultations, educational opportunities and internships.
• Awards and recognition: Fellows may qualify for prizes linked to job creation, revenue growth, storytelling and effective business systems.

Eligibility Requirements

To apply, you must:

• Be 15–22 years old.
• Be a citizen of an African country.
• Have a valid national ID or passport.
• Be a founder or founding member of the business or venture.
• Have already started operating the business or project.
• Operate in Africa and serve African customers or beneficiaries.
• Demonstrate real activity, such as sales, customers, revenue or beneficiaries.
• Be actively leading the venture and spend at least 20 hours per week working on it, with plans to continue after selection.

Your business does not need to be formally registered. Applicants with only an idea or an untested business plan are not eligible.

Businesses from any industry may apply, including technology, agriculture, education, arts, culture, sports and social impact ventures.

How Applicants Are Evaluated

Anzisha assesses whether applicants:

• Have an operating venture that delivers value to customers or beneficiaries.
• Personally lead and manage the business.
• Can demonstrate existing impact.
• Generate revenue or reach beneficiaries, with potential to grow further.
• Have created jobs or show potential to create more quality jobs.

The fellowship is selective and focuses on founders who are actively building their ventures rather than simply proposing ideas.

Required Documents

Consult the official application guide for the complete document requirements. Applicants should be ready to provide:

• Proof of age and African citizenship, such as a valid national ID or passport.
• Information about the business, its founders and operations.
• Evidence of existing business activity, such as customers, sales, revenue or beneficiaries.
• Details showing your role in managing the venture and its impact.

The application guide is available in English, Arabic, French and Portuguese.

How to Apply

• Visit the official Anzisha application page.
• Read the application guide carefully.
• Confirm that you meet the age, citizenship and business requirements.
• Prepare information and evidence about your operating venture.
• Click Apply Now and complete the online application.
• Submit your application before the deadline.

There is no application fee. Do not pay anyone who promises to secure your selection.

Application Deadline

• Deadline: November 10, 2026
• Evaluation: November 2026 to March 2027
• Fellows announced: May 2027

Apply early to give yourself enough time to prepare the required information.

Conclusion

The Anzisha Fellowship 2027 is an opportunity for young African founders aged 15–22 to strengthen an existing business through funding, training, mentorship and business development support.

If you have already started a business or social venture and can demonstrate real activity, review the eligibility requirements and apply before November 10, 2026.