ECOWAS Offers $65,000 to Nigerian Startups — How to Apply 👇

Good news for Nigerian entrepreneurs! 🇳🇬

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has opened applications for the 2026 ECOWAS Startup Awards, with $65,000 in cash prizes up for grabs.

💰 Prizes: 🥇 Winner — $30,000
🥈 1st Runner-up — $20,000
🥉 2nd Runner-up — $15,000

The programme also offers selected startups mentorship, investor exposure, networking opportunities and a six-month acceleration programme.

Eligible sectors include: 🔹 FinTech
🔹 HealthTech
🔹 AgriTech & Food Systems
🔹 EdTech & Skills Development
🔹 CleanTech/Climate & Green Innovation
🔹 Tourism, Hospitality & TravelTech

📝 How to Apply

Applications opened August 3, 2026, and close August 31, 2026.

📌 Interested startups can click the link below to apply:
https://ecowasstartupawards.ipawas.org/

Eligible Nigerian startups are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to showcase their businesses, gain regional exposure and compete for up to $30,000 in funding.

Deadline: August 31, 2026.

About The Author

Bjlinks

See author's posts