The Consumer Advocacy and Empowerment Foundation (CADEF), in partnership with Jacob’s Ladder Africa (JLA), has opened applications for Cohort 2 of the Greenlabs Incubation Programme, following the successful graduation of its first cohort.
About the Program
Greenlabs is a Pan-African incubation initiative designed to nurture the next generation of green innovators and entrepreneurial leaders. It empowers young Africans to develop sustainable, market-ready solutions addressing climate, food, and energy challenges. Currently operational in Nigeria and Kenya, the program is driving Africa’s transition toward a low-carbon, circular economy.
Over nine transformative months, Cohort 1 participants received technical mentorship, business development training, and capacity-building workshops, helping them turn bold sustainability ideas into viable green ventures. Projects from the inaugural cohort included renewable energy from organic waste, solar-powered irrigation for smallholder farmers, and recycling models creating income while reducing waste.
About the Innovation Challenge
The Greenlabs Cohort 2 Innovation Challenge focuses on powering Africa’s food systems through bold, sustainable, and scalable innovations. It offers young entrepreneurs the opportunity to bring their ideas to life and build sustainable green enterprises that address pressing environmental and economic challenges.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be young innovators aged 20–35
- Be passionate about sustainability, agriculture, and climate innovation
- Have bold, practical ideas to transform Africa’s food systems
- Be willing to participate fully in the incubation process
Benefits
- Access to mentorship and expert-led workshops
- Networking with innovators, investors, and sustainability leaders
- Business development and incubation support
- Opportunity to scale impactful, climate-smart ventures
Why It Matters
Africa’s food systems face growing challenges linked to climate change and resource scarcity. Greenlabs is empowering youth to lead Africa’s green transition—creating green jobs, green enterprises, and green skills that drive inclusive growth.
Tips for Applicants
- Present a clear, innovative solution addressing a key challenge in food systems
- Demonstrate feasibility, sustainability, and potential for community impact
- Highlight your commitment and readiness to grow your idea into a real business
- Show how your innovation contributes to a circular or low-carbon economy
Deadline: Friday, 30th November 2025
Apply here: Scan QR code in the image or visit CADEF’s official platforms
For inquiries, contact: info@cadefng.org or follow @cadef_ng on X.
