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iLEAD Fellowship Cohort 13 Opens Applications for Young East African Leaders
The Emerging Leaders Foundation-Africa is now accepting applications for the iLEAD Fellowship Cohort 13, running from August to December 2026. This five-month values-based initiative targets East African youth aged 18 to 25 from Burundi, DRC, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda. Delivered through seven core modules combining residential and virtual learning, the fellowship equips emerging leaders with workplace readiness, civic consciousness, and leadership skills.
Pulitzer Center Launches 2026 Lavwa Lenpak Initiative for African Storytellers
The Pulitzer Center is accepting applications for the 2026 Lavwa Lenpak program. Open to African content creators, this edition focuses on forest governance and human rights in the Congo Basin. Participants learn to turn complex investigative reports into simple, engaging social media posts, fight false news, and receive mentorship alongside a $500 stipend upon completion.
The 2026 AWARD Leadership Program for Emerging African Women Scientists
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Over 600 Abuja Teenagers Gain Hands-On Digital and Vocational Skills
641 teenagers in Abuja participated in a technical and vocational education program organized by Olivehill Development Initiative and TOM Camp Ministries at Government Science Secondary School, Maitama. Timed with International Youth Day, the workshop offered practical, hands-on experience in 20 skills across digital tools (cybersecurity, coding, graphic design) and traditional crafts (shoemaking, soap making). The goal was to empower youth beyond academic learning.
iLEAD Fellowship Cohort 13 Opens Applications for Young East African Leaders
The Emerging Leaders Foundation-Africa is now accepting applications for the iLEAD Fellowship Cohort 13, running from August to December 2026. This five-month values-based initiative targets East African youth aged 18 to 25 from Burundi, DRC, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda. Delivered through seven core modules combining residential and virtual learning, the fellowship equips emerging leaders with workplace readiness, civic consciousness, and leadership skills.
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.
What Next After Graduation? 360Clarity Conference to Help Young People Find Their Next Path
What comes after graduation? The 360Clarity Conference, themed “What Next, after graduation!”, will help final-year students, corps members and young graduates gain clarity about their future and next steps. Organised by KingsWord International Church, Abeokuta, in partnership with Edfrica, the free conference features panel, practical/brainstorm and breakout sessions covering career, education, entrepreneurship and Japa. The event holds August 22, 2026, in Abeokuta. Registration is mandatory.
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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Indomie Opens Applications for Nigerian Students (Scholarship)
Applications are now open for the Indomie Arewa Success Scholarship 2026, offering 100% full tuition coverage for Nigerian citizens entering public tertiary institutions for the 2026/2027 academic session. Eligible candidates must have valid WAEC/NECO (up to two sittings) and JAMB results for admission into a public university, polytechnic, or college. Registration is completely free and requires basic personal details initially, followed by a Computer-Based Test (CBT) and physical verification.
FCCPC Investigates Price Manipulation in Nigeria's Cement Industry
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission is probing alleged price manipulation in Nigeria’s cement sector. A study showed local prices exceed those in neighboring countries, reaching N13,000–N15,000 per bag in July, despite annual domestic output of 60–65 million metric tonnes outstripping demand. Manufacturers cite energy and currency costs, but regulators suspect market power abuse.
SEC Admits Blockchain, Yellow Card, and Pisi Payments into Regulatory Incubator
Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission has granted Approval-in-Principle to Blockchain, Pisi Payments, and Yellow Card Financial, admitting them into its Accelerated Regulatory Incubation Programme. Acting as a regulatory sandbox, the initiative allows these virtual asset service providers to test business models and risk safeguards under supervision before securing full licensure. The move aims to protect consumers while standardizing oversight in the country's crypto market.
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.
