Africa Impact Academy Opens Applications for Cohort 2: Ten-Month Capacity-Building Programme for African Social Entrepreneurs

Overview

The Africa Impact Academy is hosting Cohort 2 of its ten-month capacity-building programme. The initiative is structured to support African founders who lead nonprofit organisations and social enterprises addressing critical development challenges throughout the continent. The curriculum provides practical knowledge, professional mentorship, and access to investment and funding networks in order to enhance leadership, sustainability, and organisational capacity.

Who can apply

Applicants must be founders and leaders of eligible social enterprises and nonprofit organisations based in Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, or Zambia. Eligible initiatives must operate within the priority sectors of health, agriculture, education, or energy. In addition, organisations must be formally registered and have a minimum of two years of continuous operation.

What you get

Participants in the ten-month programme receive personalised coaching designed to improve leadership capabilities and build long-term sustainability strategies. The experience also includes three in-person workshops for practical learning and collaboration, pitching opportunities to secure potential funding, and access to an investor network through the alumni community.

Key dates

The deadline to submit applications for the programme is November 5, 2026.