{"id":2958,"date":"2025-11-27T09:25:00","date_gmt":"2025-11-27T09:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunityforworld.org\/?p=2958"},"modified":"2025-11-27T16:52:10","modified_gmt":"2025-11-27T16:52:10","slug":"aiidev-recycleup-innovation-programme-2026-nigeria-only","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunityforworld.org\/?p=2958","title":{"rendered":"AIIDEV RecycleUp Innovation Programme 2026 [Nigeria Only]"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div id=\"tdi_1\" class=\"tdc-row\"><div class=\"vc_row tdi_2  wpb_row td-pb-row\" >\n<style scoped>\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n.tdi_2,\r\n                .tdi_2 .tdc-columns{\r\n                    min-height: 0;\r\n                }\n<\/style><div class=\"vc_column tdi_4  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-column td-pb-span12\">\n<style scoped>\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n.tdi_4{\r\n                    vertical-align: baseline;\r\n                }\n<\/style><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\" >[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<article id=\"post-169827\">\n<div>\n<p><strong>Deadline: January 17, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Applications are open for the AIIDEV RecycleUp Innovation Programme 2026. The RecycleUp Innovation programme seeks to empower and nurture young innovators and entrepreneurs who are environmentally conscious, providing them with the knowledge, resources, and support required to address Nigeria\u2019s waste problem and catalyze the transition towards a circular economy.<\/p>\n<p>This initiative adopts a multi-faceted approach to address pressing environmental challenges, while simultaneously creating opportunities for entrepreneurship, employment, and sustainable development, ultimately contributing to a cleaner, more prosperous, and environmentally responsible nation.<\/p>\n<p>RecycleUP aims to accelerate Nigeria\u2019s transition to a circular economy by driving large-scale adoption of sustainable waste management practices and circular innovations. The initiative focuses on key sectors, including Built Environment, Organic Material and Biowaste, Energy, Electronics and ICT, Packaging and Plastics, Textiles, Water, and Food and Agriculture.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Professional Development: To bridge knowledge gap, participants will\u2029receive\u2029advanced\u2029training\u2029and\u2029participate in\u2029projects \u2029to\u2029enhance\u2029their technical\u2029skills, project management capabilities, and\u2029understanding\u2029of circular economy and sustainable\u2029waste management.<\/li>\n<li>Certification: At the end of the programme, successful participants will be issued a certificate of excellence. This also helps to improve and build up their resume.<\/li>\n<li>Networking and Collaboration Opportunities: Fellows will\u2029 have\u2029the\u2029opportunity to\u2029network with\u2029industry professionals,\u2029researchers,\u2029policymakers,\u2029and\u2029 fellow participants through conferences,\u2029 workshops,\u2029and\u2029networking\u2029events.<\/li>\n<li>Access to Training Materials: E-learning materials and useful resources will be made available to participants for reference purposes.<\/li>\n<li>Award and Recognition: Best performing participant will be awarded upon meeting the required criteria.<\/li>\n<li>Business Ideation: Through the series of training received and project executed, participants get to ideate on business opportunities which could be turned to their professional career.<\/li>\n<li>Visibility and Recognition: Fellows\u2019 innovative\u2029solutions\u2029and\u2029project\u2029outcomes\u2029will\u2029 be showcased through various platforms,\u2029 increasing their visibility and recognition\u2029 within\u2029the\u2029circular economy and sustainable\u2029waste management community.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Eligibility<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Applicants must be a Nigerian between the age of 21 and 40.<\/li>\n<li>Applicants must have a genuine interest and passion for circular economy and a desire to contribute to the achievement of Sustainable Development in Nigeria<\/li>\n<li>Applicant should demonstrate leadership potential and a strong commitment to making a positive impact in their respective communities.<\/li>\n<li>You must be ready to commit at least 5 hours weekly and available to actively participate in the programme.<\/li>\n<li>Applicants must have access to a reliable internet connection, data, and necessary technology devices to fully participate in virtual activities and meetings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Application<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The application deadline for the 2026 cohort of RecycleUp Nigeria is January 17, 2026. We encourage you to complete and submit this form before the deadline!<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScVpCyAxeNx4P24qXympbkrNBrIpBRdpr7-76dbAng9rVgR-Q\/viewform\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here to apply<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For more information, visit <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScVpCyAxeNx4P24qXympbkrNBrIpBRdpr7-76dbAng9rVgR-Q\/viewform\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RecycleUp Innovation Programme<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"[vc_column_text css=\"\"] Deadline: January 17, 2026 Applications are open for the AIIDEV RecycleUp Innovation Programme 2026. 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