Green RISE Africa Fellowships 2026 for Entrepreneurs (Leadership Training & Funding Access)
The Green RISE Africa Fellowship 2026 is a leadership and enterprise development program aimed at supporting youth and women-led green businesses in West Africa. This 6-month hybrid fellowship provides entrepreneurs with practical leadership skills, mentorship, and access to funding pathways, enabling them to scale their climate-focused enterprises.
Participants will join a global network of social innovators and gain exposure to future funding and accelerator opportunities, all while maintaining their current employment with a commitment of approximately 10 hours per month.
Eligibility
Applicants must be entrepreneurs operating in Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, Sierra Leone, or The Gambia, running a climate-aligned enterprise. They should focus on creating jobs for young women and rural youth, demonstrate strong leadership potential, and show commitment to social impact and climate resilience.
Benefits
The fellowship provides leadership development training, mentorship, and access to funding pathways, but does not cover tuition or living expenses.
