{"id":6780,"date":"2026-04-23T02:57:31","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T00:57:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunityforworld.org\/?p=6780"},"modified":"2026-04-24T17:37:51","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T15:37:51","slug":"renewables-accelerators-for-innovative-startups-and-entrepreneurs-in-africa-raiseafrica-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunityforworld.org\/?p=6780","title":{"rendered":"Renewables Accelerators for Innovative Startups and Entrepreneurs in Africa (RAISEAfrica) 2026"},"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-174095\">\n<div>\n<p><strong>Deadline: May 17, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>RES4Africa Foundation has launched the Open Call for the 2026 edition of RAISEAfrica \u2013 Renewables Accelerators for Innovative Startups and Entrepreneurs in Africa, continuing its commitment to empowering young innovators driving the continent\u2019s energy transition.<\/p>\n<p>The programme is designed to support African entrepreneurs and startups working in the renewable energy sector, offering pathways to help transform ideas into scalable and impactful businesses.<\/p>\n<p>Implemented with the support of Enel Green Power and the European Investment Bank, and in collaboration with EY Foundation, EDP, CSIR, and SAICA ED, RAISEAfrica provides selected participants with a comprehensive package of services, including mentoring and coaching, networking opportunities, visibility, and fundraising support. Participants will also have the chance to engage in international events and connect with key stakeholders across the energy ecosystem.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Up to six startups or entrepreneurs will be selected to join the programme and will receive an entry\u00a0contribution of \u20ac3,000, along with the opportunity to compete for the \u201cYoung Talent of the Year Award,\u201d with a final prize ranging from\u00a0\u20ac5,000 to \u20ac10,000.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Eligibility<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Applicants must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be between 18 and 35 years old;<\/li>\n<li>Be African citizens or represent startups registered in Africa;<\/li>\n<li>Develop solutions addressing the African market within the renewable energy sector;<\/li>\n<li>Demonstrate proficiency in English.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Application<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Applications will be evaluated based on the relevance and impact of the proposed solution, its level of innovation, the solidity of the business model, scalability, and the entrepreneur\u2019s commitment and motivation. RES4Africa promotes gender balance in the selection process and strongly encourages women to apply.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/260602646470353\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here to apply<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For more information, visit <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/res4africa.org\/news\/2026\/raiseafrica-2026-open-call-now-live-supporting-the-next-generation-of-renewable-energy-entrepreneurs-in-africa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RAISEAfrica<\/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: May 17, 2026 RES4Africa Foundation has launched the Open Call for the 2026 edition of RAISEAfrica \u2013 Renewables Accelerators for Innovative Startups and Entrepreneurs in Africa, continuing its commitment to empowering young innovators driving the continent\u2019s energy transition. 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