The UK-Nigeria Tech Hub announces a partnership with Network Incubators and Innovators in Nigeria to introduce an impact accelerator called ‘Social Innovation Driven Entrepreneurship’ for entrepreneurs focusing on social impact.
The UK-Nigeria Tech Hub is Launching a New Initiative Focused on Social Impact
The statement reveals that individuals chosen will become part of the UK-Nigeria Tech Hub founder pipeline, obtaining access to resources and a network.
Applicants will experience a tailored 16-week training program, blending in-person and virtual sessions led by local tech hubs and business leaders. This program aims to provide them with the necessary skills to scale their impact while maintaining profitability. Those interested should apply through the Sidenigeria website.
The statement stated, “Leading up to the accelerator, NINE and Kaduna Business School collaborated to create a challenge brief. The goal was to pinpoint gaps in Health, Climate change, education, and food security specific to markets and sectors, impacting underserved populations in six pilot states in Nigeria: Edo, Adamawa, Kwara, Kaduna, Enugu, and Osun.
Empowering Socially Conscious Innovation: The UK-Nigeria Tech Hub’s Vision for a Flourishing Technology Ecosystem
The UK-Nigeria Tech Hub, initiated by the UK government’s Department for Digital, Culture, Media, and Sports, aims to foster the growth of the technology ecosystem in Nigeria.
The UK-Nigeria Tech Hub, a venture initiated by the UK government’s Department for Digital, Culture, Media, and Sports, is unveiling a groundbreaking initiative with a steadfast focus on social impact. This new endeavor underscores the commitment to nurturing a dynamic and socially responsible technology ecosystem.
In alignment with its mission, the Tech Hub is set to introduce an impact-driven accelerator program named ‘Social Innovation-Driven Entrepreneurship.’ This program, conceived in collaboration with Network Incubators and Innovators in Nigeria, is tailored for entrepreneurs dedicated to making a positive difference in society.
Selected participants will embark on a comprehensive 16-week training journey, blending in-person and virtual sessions facilitated by local tech hubs and seasoned business leaders. The curriculum is meticulously designed to empower these entrepreneurs with the requisite skills to scale their impact while ensuring sustainable profitability.
Prior to the commencement of the accelerator, the Tech Hub, in partnership with NINE and Kaduna Business School, formulated a challenge brief. This document serves as a strategic tool to identify market- and sector-specific gaps in critical areas such as Health, Climate Change, Education, and Food Security. The scope of this initiative spans six pilot states in Nigeria: Edo, Adamawa, Kwara, Kaduna, Enugu, and Osun.
The Tech Hub’s commitment to social impact extends beyond the accelerator program. Those who successfully navigate the training will become integral members of the UK-Nigeria Tech Hub founder pipeline, gaining privileged access to a wealth of resources and a robust network that further supports their entrepreneurial journey.
For individuals intrigued by the prospect of contributing to social change through technology, the Tech Hub encourages them to explore the opportunity by visiting the official sidenigeria website and submitting their applications. This initiative not only marks a significant milestone in the collaboration between the UK and Nigeria but also underscores the pivotal role technology can play in driving positive societal transformation.
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