Towards helping African entrepreneurs overcome challenges hindering business development, NOMFRO Technologies Entrepreneurship Empowerment Project (NTEEP), is set to empower startups with essential business skills training.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Program Director, NTEEP, Adams John Smart, said NTEEP 4.0 tagged, ‘Empowering African Startups for Global Impact’ will equip participants with the potential to transform lives, create new opportunities and shape the continent’s economy. “The next generation of billionaires could emerge from Africa and it may just be one of the startups in NTEEP’s network. The future is unwritten and NTEEP is helping African entrepreneurs hold the pen.”

He said the programme was launched in 2020 and remains a beacon of empowerment for entrepreneurs across Africa. “This program has successfully trained and empowered over 600 startups across Africa, focusing on providing entrepreneurs with training, essential business marketing tools and skills and a supportive community to scale up in an ever-evolving digital landscape,” he said.

He added that participants would undergo a month-long intensive training program facilitated by industry experts, covering crucial aspects of entrepreneurship and guiding startups through the intricacies of business development, strategy and management. “In recognition of the digital era, NTEEP places a strong emphasis on digital marketing. Participants receive training from experts in the field, arming them with the knowledge to leverage digital platforms effectively for business growth,” he said.

Smart noted that technology is imperative in businesses and NTEEP would provide startups access to cutting-edge technological tools. “This ensures that they are equipped with the resources needed to navigate and thrive in the digital age. Participants would get a sponsored free business website to strengthen their online presence, a critical factor in today’s business landscape, and access to long-term mentoring.”

He said to qualify for funding, participants must be operating in Africa, the startup must be in the idea stage or early stage, can demonstrate the potential for future scale, be an African living abroad and the international startup must focus on African women, youths or children. Eligible entrepreneurs should apply via the website and registration is free.