The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Nigeria (AHK Nigeria) would like to introduce to you an exciting international exchange program, opening doors for participants to broaden their horizons, immerse themselves in diverse cultures, and gain valuable experiences that will shape their personal and professional lives.
Start-ups from Nigeria can participate in an 8-week exchange and networking program in North Rhine-Westphelia (NRW) in Germany. The project “Economic and Innovation Partnership NRW-Africa” (WIN NRW.Africa) offers the opportunity of multiple onsite visits at start-ups and accelerators in NRW.
Gain access to new, dynamic markets, and build or expand business relationships and cooperation.
There will be Workshops, technical discussions, and excursions to give insights into economic policy framework conditions in NRW.
This exchange of creative concepts in both ways, will foster networking opportunities for entrepreneurs with great potential and present an incredible new prospect for start-ups from Nigeria and NRW.
Interested? Then apply!
The application deadline for our program in NRW is January the 19th 2024. Your stay in NRW Germany will take place in March 2024.
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Young professionals, startup founders, representatives from accelerators and incubators, and individuals interested in embarking on an international exchange journey, fostering cross-cultural understanding, and gaining a global perspective.
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In addition to the interest in Germany and intercultural curiosity:
*Description of your start-up/project/institution (max. 1000 characters) and a pitch deck (or, for multipliers, a short presentation on why you would be a good choice for the program)
*A meaningful letter of motivation
*A CV
*Fluent English skills
*Based in Nigeria
*Demonstrably high degree of initiative and curiosity
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*A scholarship of 750โฌ a month during an 8-week on-site phase in Germany
*An additional subsidy to the accommodation costs in Germany (up to 750โฌ)
*Coverage of travel costs to Germany
*Support in obtaining a visa.
*Preparation and follow-up online in Germany
*On-site stay organized by the GIZ
