The Youth in Work (YiW) Project, implemented by Self Help Africa with support from the World Food Programme (WFP) in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, is designed to strengthen livelihoods, create employment opportunities, and enhance the resilience of young women and men in Sokoto State.
As part of this initiative, the Innovative Challenge has been launched to identify, nurture, and support exceptional young innovators (aged 18–35) who are creating practical and creative solutions to address challenges in the agricultural value chains of millet, groundnut, soybean, sorghum, and horticulture.
This Challenge seeks to promote youth-led and women-led innovations that improve productivity, processing, value addition, storage, and market linkages—helping to transform agriculture into a driver of inclusive growth and sustainable development.
Eligibility
- Must be a resident of Sokoto State
- Open to young innovators aged 18–35 years
Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- Grant support worth ₦1–2 Million
- Technical mentorship from industry experts
- Business development support
- Recognition and visibility for their innovations
- Opportunities for seed funding and market linkages
Why You Should Apply
By joining this challenge, you will:
- Gain access to resources that can scale your innovation
- Receive mentorship that helps you refine and expand your idea
- Connect with potential markets, funders, and collaborators
- Contribute directly to improving food security, income generation, and employment in your community
Application Deadline: Not Specified
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