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IGAD In-Country Training and Mentorship for Women and Youth MSMEs on Gender-Sensitive Digital Trade 2026

IGAD (Intergovernmental Authority on Development)

Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania...
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IGAD In-Country Training and Mentorship for Women and Youth MSMEs on Gender-Sensitive Digital Trade 2026

About This Opportunity

A fully sponsored IGAD regional capacity-building programme targeting women and youth-led MSMEs in East Africa. The programme focuses on gender-sensitive digital trade, equipping entrepreneurs with practical skills, mentorship, and tools to participate effectively in regional and global digital markets. It supports inclusive growth, cross-border trade readiness, and business digital transformation.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Women and youth-led MSMEs
  • Must be operating in East Africa
  • Must be interested in digital trade or e-commerce
  • Must demonstrate basic business activity or startup idea
  • Age typically 18–35 (if not strictly stated, you can keep this optional)

Required Documents

  • National ID or Passport
  • Business registration certificate (if available)
  • Business profile or concept note
  • CV or entrepreneur profile (if requested in application)

Application Closed

The deadline for this opportunity has passed.

Funding Details

Funding Type

Scholarship

Organization

IGAD (Intergovernmental Authority on Development)

Eligible Countries

Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan, Ethiopia, DRC, Somalia

Application Deadline

June 13, 2026

Posted

June 05, 2026

3 months ago

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