Harambeans Fund Offers $20,000 Grant for Export Businesses

The Harambeans Africa Jobs Fund Prize is offering a $20,000 grant to a winner among Nigerian entrepreneurs aiming to manufacture for international markets. Applications are open until October 14, 2026, and are available to African-born entrepreneurs and individuals of African descent, including early-stage businesses and founders who have not yet incorporated a company.

The organizers emphasize the search for entrepreneurs rather than mere presentations. Priority areas for applications include apparel, furniture, agro-processing, consumer goods, and industrial components.

Additionally, businesses that assist exporters with logistics, cold-storage, and certification challenges are encouraged to apply. The program also mentions potential pilot investments of up to $100,000 and subsequent scale-up financing ranging from $100,000 to $1 million, although these are not guaranteed and would be structured as debt or revenue-based financing.