Elumelu Foundation launches 12th entrepreneurship cohort in Nigeria

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•The foundation has disbursed $100 million to 24,000 entrepreneurs over 16 years.
•Entrepreneurs supported by the foundation have generated $4.2 billion in revenue.
•The program has helped create 1.5 million jobs across Africa.
•The 2026 cohort includes 3,200 selected entrepreneurs from various African countries.
•The foundation announced the 12th cohort unveiling event scheduled for March 22, 2026.

What Could Happen If...

▸If the 12th cohort entrepreneurs successfully scale their businesses then the foundation's impact on African job creation and economic growth will increase, benefiting local communities and national economies.

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🌍Nigeria

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🏛Tony Elumelu Foundation

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👤Tony Elumelu(Founder of Tony Elumelu Foundation)

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AFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)How my foundation supported 24,000 entrepreneurs with over $100 million in 16 years – Elumelu AFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)Tony Elumelu Foundation disburses $100m to 24,000 young African entrepreneurs in 10yrs AFRICAThe Citizen (Tanzania)Tony Elumelu Foundation to unveil 3,200 African entrepreneur beneficiaries for 2026 cohort AFRICA

The Tony Elumelu Foundation is unveiling its 12th cohort of 3,200 African entrepreneurs, continuing its support for startups across the continent. This initiative aims to foster economic growth by funding and mentoring young business owners, building on past success in job creation and revenue generation. The foundation's efforts affect thousands of entrepreneurs and contribute to Africa's broader economic development.