BOI–MTN Foundation Y’ellopreneur Program 2026 Loans of up to ₦5 million
BOI–MTN Foundation Yellopreneur Program 2026, a high-impact initiative designed to empower women entrepreneurs in Nigeria through capacity building, funding access, and business support services.
- The programme is a collaboration between the Bank of Industry and MTN Foundation, aimed at reducing unemployment and strengthening women-led businesses across Nigeria.
About the Yellopreneur Program
The Yellopreneur Initiative is a flagship women empowerment program focused on equipping female entrepreneurs with the skills, funding, and advisory support needed to grow sustainable businesses.
- The program combines entrepreneurial training, access to finance, and mentorship, making it one of Nigeria’s most structured support systems for women in business.
- The latest phase (Yellopreneur 3.0) introduces a ₦1 billion matching fund to expand access to capital for women-led enterprises.
Program Benefits
Selected participants will receive:
- Entrepreneurship and business management training
- Access to loans of up to ₦5 million (single-digit interest)
- Potential grant component (partial conversion after repayment)
- Mentorship and advisory support services
- Support in developing bankable business plans
- Access to markets, networks, and growth opportunities
- The program is designed to help entrepreneurs become investment-ready and scalable.
Program Structure
The Yellopreneur program typically follows a structured process:
- Training Phase – Selected applicants undergo intensive business training
- Business Plan Development – Participants create bankable business proposals
- Pitch Stage – Entrepreneurs pitch their businesses
- Funding Selection – Top participants receive financial support
- About 1,000 women are trained, with top candidates selected for funding support.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you must:
- Be a female entrepreneur in Nigeria
- Own or run an existing business (typically 2+ years old)
Operate in sectors such as:
- Agriculture
- Manufacturing
- ICT/digital services
- Processing
- Circular economy / waste management
- Source materials locally where possible
Be willing to participate fully in the training and mentorship program
How to Apply
Interested applicants should:
- Visit the official MTN Foundation portal
- Review eligibility requirements
- Complete and submit the application form
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