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The Africa Fact-Checking Fellowship Cameroon 2026 (#AFFCameroon)
Applications are officially open for the Africa Fact-Checking Fellowship Cameroon 2026 (#AFFCameroon), a flagship initiative by r0g_agency and Civic Watch. Designed for journalists, content creators, researchers, and civic leaders in select regions of Cameroon, this 3-month program equips fellows to counter disinformation, hate speech, and AI manipulation.
AWIEF-Nedbank Women Enterprise Growth & Export Programme 2026
AWIEF-NedBank is now accepting applications for the 2026 Women Enterprise Growth & Export Programme. This fully funded, 12-month development initiative supports 25 established, black women-owned product businesses in South Africa. The program offers coaching, mentorship, investment readiness, and market access.
International Youth Day: Edfrica, Dade Initiative Promote Digital Skills, Inclusion for Youths, Persons with Disabilities
To mark International Youth Day 2026, EDFRICA and DADE Initiative hosted an empowerment event at the EDFRICA Innovation Hub. The program provided youth and persons with disabilities (PWDs) with practical AI and digital marketing skills to foster economic independence. EDFRICA CEO Dr. Odumusi Emmanuel urged stakeholders to prioritize inclusion, while participants praised the hub’s accessible venue and called for stronger enforcement of disability policies to expand opportunities.
The Africa Fact-Checking Fellowship Cameroon 2026 (#AFFCameroon)
Applications are officially open for the Africa Fact-Checking Fellowship Cameroon 2026 (#AFFCameroon), a flagship initiative by r0g_agency and Civic Watch. Designed for journalists, content creators, researchers, and civic leaders in select regions of Cameroon, this 3-month program equips fellows to counter disinformation, hate speech, and AI manipulation.
Google Play Indie Games Fund Africa 2026: Apply Now for a Share of $1 Million
The 2026 Indie Games Fund Africa is a fully funded initiative by Google Play for small independent game developers. It provides eligible African studios a share of a $1M equity-free cash pool and expert mentorship to accelerate and scale their mobile games.
Driving Digital Governance: Accra to Host the 15th Africa Internet Governance Forum (AfIGF 2026)
The 15th African Internet Governance Forum (AfIGF 2026) takes place in Accra, Ghana, and online from November 2–5, 2026. Under the theme "Advancing Africa's Digital Future Through Innovation, Inclusion, and Trust," this free, multi-stakeholder hybrid summit brings together tech leaders, lawmakers, youth, and advocates. Key topics include AI, cybersecurity, data governance, and digital inclusion, alongside dedicated tracks like AfriSIG. Free registration via UN Indico is required.
EDFRICA MEDIA IS MOVING TO A NEW DIGITAL HOME
Edfrica is moving its media and opportunity-focused content to a new digital home: edfricamedia.com. The platform will bring grants, scholarships, fellowships, learning opportunities, news, articles, PR, events, insights, and useful resources into one dedicated space. While edfrica.org remains part of EDFRICA’s digital presence, edfricamedia.org is designed to make opportunities, stories, and resources easier to discover, access, and share. The new platform is coming soon.
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African Development Bank (AfDB) Japan Africa Dream Scholarship (JADS) Program 2026/2027 (Fully Funded)
The AfDB Japan Africa Dream Scholarship (JADS) 2026/2027 offers fully funded graduate study in Japan for high-achieving young African professionals. Covering full tuition, a 150,000 JPY monthly allowance, and round-trip air travel, it targets degrees in energy, health, and agriculture. Applicants must be 35 or younger with a Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of paid work experience.
EFCC Recovers Over ₦115bn and $84m in Unpaid NDDC Levies from Oil Companies
The EFCC has recovered over ₦115bn and $84m in unpaid statutory levies owed to the NDDC by oil companies. Disclosed to the Senate Public Accounts Committee during a probe into NEITI audit reports, the investigation covered 43 firms, finding 24 liable. Following intervention, companies paid portions directly, while the EFCC transferred ₦73.37bn and $67.07m to the NDDC. Meanwhile, the Senate panel has summoned chief executives of major oil firms, including TotalEnergies, to appear in person.
NCC Approves 15-Year Deal with Enugu for New Startup and Tech Hub
The NCC has leased its Digital Industrial Park to Enugu State for 15 years to launch a tech and AI hub. Unveiled by NCC CEO Dr. Aminu Maida, the initiative aims to boost startup growth, robotics, and digital skills in line with the national $1tn digital economy target. Commending Governor Peter Mbah’s educational investments, Maida stressed that human talent drives true economic progress.
Nigerian Stocks Drop ₦1.17 Tn Despite Surging Trade Volumes
The domestic equities market closed Tuesday on a bearish note, as price depreciation in MTN Nigeria and 25 other stocks dragged market capitalisation down by ₦1.17tn to ₦159.26tn. The All-Share Index dropped 0.73% to 246,723.57. Despite the decline, market breadth was slightly positive with 27 gainers led by FTN Cocoa (+9.88%) against 26 losers led by Thomas Wyatt (-9.97%). Trading activity surged 270.4% to 3.91B units valued at ₦32.38bn, with Fortis Global Insurance dominating volume.
