Dear business owners, It's your Ododoola again! I can't believe it's been almost six months of writing to you consistently every week. Whoosh! Thank you all for the likes and heart-warming feedback! Today, I feel like giving you a ‘lirru’ bit of motivation. As we approach the midpoint of the year, remember that progress may not always be linear. Don't get discouraged if your goals seem distant or growth feels slow. Every effort you've made so far has been building momentum, even if it's not yet visible. I know you had expectations at the beginning of the year and many of them might not have been met. Keep pushing forward, and know that: - Every obstacle is an opportunity to learn and adapt. - Every connection made can lead to a future breakthrough. - Every step taken, no matter how small, brings you closer to your vision. Stay focused, stay committed, and most importantly, stay consistent. The second half of the year is a fresh chance to reignite your passion, refine your strategy, and achieve the success you've been working towards. You got this! Keep moving forward, and the results will follow. Here's what I have for you today!
Trending NewsFederal Government of Nigeria Introduces N1 Billion Loan for Large Enterprises
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, announced that the federal government is offering up to N1 billion in credit facilities to large enterprises, including manufacturers, at a 9% interest rate. This initiative aims to stimulate economic growth, create jobs, and curb inflation. READ MORE Ekiti Business Owners Get FG’S 150,000 Grant Each At the Launch of 3rd Expanded MSME Clinics
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the provision of a N150,000 federal government grant to support Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Ekiti State. Vice President Kashim Shettima disclosed this directive during the launch of the 3rd edition of the Expanded National MSMEs Clinic in Ado Ekiti. READ THE DETAILS HERE Cascador’s 2024 Entrepreneurial and Leadership Initiative to Empower 10 Nigerian Entrepreneurs with $50,000, Apply Now for the new cohort
Cascador, a business growth program, has announced its 2024 Entrepreneurial and Leadership Initiative aimed at empowering 10 Nigerian entrepreneurs with a total of $50,000. The program will take place from November 4 to 8, 2024, at the Lagos Business School. Read More HERE Mouka, Herconomy, and Others Empower Women Entrepreneurs with Over 1,000,0000 Grants
Mouka, in collaboration with Herconomy (formerly AGS Tribe), has continued its commitment to empowering women by presenting cash grants to outstanding women who juggle entrepreneurship and motherhood. This initiative, dubbed “Mum in Business,” honors women who overcome numerous challenges to achieve remarkable success in their business ventures. READ MORE Feature ArticlesEnhancing Business Foundations: Understanding Your Market Market research is a systematic process of gathering information about target markets and customers, starting with understanding who they are. For small and medium enterprises (SMEs), market research is a cornerstone of a successful business strategy. Read the Article HERE How to Reduce Risks in Agribusiness Risk is an inevitable part of starting and growing a business. It is impossible to control everything but there are many ways to limit it. Read it HERE Opportunity GaloreCall For Applications: The Global Bridging Fund 2024 For Entrepreneurs in Africa and Asia up to 5000USD
Exciting opportunities await innovative entrepreneurs in Africa and Asia! Apply for the Global Bridging Fund 2024 and receive up to $5,000 in seed funding to scale your impact-driven business. Join a network of change-makers and access mentorship, resources, and crowdfunding opportunities to amplify your social enterprise's growth and positive impact in your community. APPLY HERE Call For Applications: Patoranking Foundation Tech Scholarships/ ALX Africa Paid Internship Program For Africans (Up to $500,000 tech partnership)
Patoranking Foundation, a non-profit organization on a mission to advance Africa through education, entrepreneurship, and empowerment, has launched the $500,000 Patoranking Foundation Tech Scholarships. In a strategic partnership with ALX Africa, a leading tech training provider, the scholarships will provide 40 young tech-savvy Africans with access to a variety of transformative technology programs in data analytics, cloud computing, and Salesforce Administration. APPLY HERE Call For Applications: develoPPP Ventures Nigeria, South Africa (a grant of up to 100,000 euros for suitable growth investments)
Unlock your business potential in Nigeria or South Africa! The develoPPP Ventures program offers a grant of up to 100,000 euros for innovative growth investments. If you're an entrepreneur with a scalable business model, APPLY NOW to tap into this funding opportunity and take your venture to the next level! Call For Applications: Village Capital Empowering Sustainable Entrepreneurship Africa
With support from Norad – the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation, Village Capital has launched Empowering Sustainable Entrepreneurship Africa, a transformative ecosystem-building Africa program aimed at strengthening the capacity and impact of Entrepreneur Support Organizations (ESOs), and climate-focused early-stage startups in Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, and Tanzania. APPLY HERE Call For Applications: Orange Corners Designs Program 2024 For Creative Entrepreneurs
A new initiative of the CDI supported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands, The Orange Corners Designs Program is on the lookout for visionary individuals whose businesses are poised for growth and dedicated to making a positive impact in under-resourced communities to participate as the first Cape Town cohort of the program starting in July 2024. APPLY HERE Call For Applications: Urban Tech Helsinki Incubator Program
Transform urban futures with your innovative ideas! Apply for the Urban Tech Helsinki Incubator Program, where you'll receive support, resources, and networking opportunities to accelerate your startup's growth and create a sustainable impact on urban development. Here's the LINK Entrepreneurial OriginsLast week's trivia What is the name of the popular African e-commerce platform founded by Nigerian entrepreneur Sim Shagaya? A) Konga B) Jumia C) Paystack D) Andela Answer C-Jumia Today's Trivia Which African city is known as the "Silicon Savannah" due to its thriving tech startup scene? A) Lagos B) Nairobi C) Cairo D) Cape Town MSME Africa Tip of the Week"Rethink Your Time Management” Feeling overwhelmed? As a business owner, your time is precious. This week, try a time management audit to identify areas for improvement. Here's how:
By taking control of your time, you'll free up mental space to focus on what matters most – growing your business! Till next time Ododoola, MSME Africa MSME Africa Pulse is free today. But if you enjoyed this post, you can tell MSME Africa Pulse that their writing is valuable by pledging a future subscription. You won't be charged unless they enable payments.
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