BOI–MTN Foundation Y’ellopreneur Program 2026
Applications are now open for the 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.
Nigerian youth grants
- 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.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you must:
- Entrepreneurship workshops
- 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
Deadline: 20 April 2026
How to Apply
Interested and Qualified candidates should use the following steps to Apply.
- Visit the official MTN Foundation portal
- Review eligibility requirements
- Complete and submit the application form
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