Call for Enterprise Support Organizations (ESOs) 2026

About

AfriLabs is seeking qualified Enterprise Support Organizations to partner in delivering entrepreneurship development programs and support for startups within designated Centres of Excellence in Nigeria's Southwest and South-South regions under the iDICE Programme.

Benefits

• 🏆Partnership Agreement — Formalized as Sub-Award Implementation Partners
• 💰Sub-award funding — Disbursed based on verified activity delivery
• 🤝Access to ecosystem stakeholders — Collaboration with industry, investors, and government agencies
• 📈Capacity building — Strengthening local innovation ecosystems

Eligibility Criteria

• Legally registered entity in Nigeria
• Demonstrated local operational presence
• Organizational mission aligned with iDICE focus
• Minimum of two years of audited financial statements
• Evidence of previous work in entrepreneurship support

Participation Commitments

• 📅 Minimum of 2 years partnership duration
• 📊 Regular reporting on KPIs and programme activities
• 🏢 On-the-ground implementation at assigned Centre of Excellence
• 📚 Deliver structured training and support for startups

Target Region

Southwest and South-South zones of Nigeria

Target Sector

Technology entrepreneurship and creative economy