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Fearless Female Founders 2.0: Nigerian Women Can Apply for Up to ₦500,000 in Non-Dilutive Business Grants


Female entrepreneurs in Nigeria now have another opportunity to accelerate their businesses through the Fearless Female Founders (FFF) 2.0 Accelerator, organized by Zuri Circle Network.

The programme is designed for women-led businesses that are already operating and are ready to grow through mentorship, structured business support, networking, and grant funding.


About the Programme


Fearless Female Founders 2.0 is a five-week accelerator programme that prepares women entrepreneurs for institutional funding while helping them strengthen their businesses.


Selected participants will receive:


  • Five weeks of intensive business acceleration.
  • Mentorship from experts in finance, legal, business growth, and operations.
  • Networking opportunities with founders and industry leaders.
  • A Demo Day in Lagos where finalists will pitch their businesses.
  • Access to non-dilutive grants (no equity required).


Grant Funding Available


A total capital pool of ₦2,250,000 has been allocated for the programme.


The funding includes:


- Four grants of ₦500,000 each

- ₦250,000 awarded to top Demo Day finalists.


Who Can Apply?


Applicants should:


- Be women entrepreneurs based in Nigeria.

- Own a business that is already commercially active.

- Have completed CAC registration or be actively processing it.

- Maintain basic financial records such as a business account, bookkeeping, or invoicing.

- Be available to participate throughout the five-week accelerator and attend Demo Day in Lagos if selected.


Important Dates


- Application Deadline: 18 July 2026

- Selection: 20 July 2026

- Accelerator Programme: 20 July – 23 August 2026

- Demo Day: 28 August 2026 (Lagos)


How to Apply


Interested applicants can submit their applications through the official programme page.


Apply here:

https://www.zuricirclenetwork.com/fearless-founders




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