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BioSustainability Design Programme (BSD) 2026 – Uganda Applications Open
Circle Innovation
Uganda, Rwanda, Ethiopia
About This Opportunity
The BioSustainability Design (BSD) Programme is a regional innovation and entrepreneurship programme supporting youth-led and research-backed solutions in climate-smart agriculture, nutrition, food systems, and clean cooking.
The programme supports innovators from Uganda, Rwanda, and Ethiopia through design thinking training, mentorship, ecosystem access, piloting opportunities, and business development support.
The initiative is implemented by Circle Innovation in partnership with global ecosystem actors supporting sustainable food systems transformation and youth innovation.
Apply now to access innovation support, mentorship, partnerships, and opportunities to scale impactful solutions across East Africa.
The programme supports innovators from Uganda, Rwanda, and Ethiopia through design thinking training, mentorship, ecosystem access, piloting opportunities, and business development support.
The initiative is implemented by Circle Innovation in partnership with global ecosystem actors supporting sustainable food systems transformation and youth innovation.
Apply now to access innovation support, mentorship, partnerships, and opportunities to scale impactful solutions across East Africa.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be between 18–30 years old
- Applicants may apply individually or as teams
- Teams must have at least 2 members
- Applicants must have an innovation related to food systems, climate-smart agriculture, nutrition, or clean cooking
- Applicants must be based in Uganda, Rwanda, or Ethiopia
- Innovations should demonstrate sustainability and potential for impact
Required Documents
- Application form
- Innovation concept note or proposal
- Team member information
- Proof of country residence or identification
- Pitch deck (if available)
- Supporting research or prototype information (optional)
Funding Details
Funding Type
Competition
Organization
Circle Innovation
Eligible Countries
Uganda, Rwanda, Ethiopia
Application Deadline
Rolling Applications
Posted
May 27, 2026
3 months ago
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