The Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme
(TEEP).
In his recent article in
the Economist, Tony Elumelu declared that, “In 2015, the African
entrepreneur will explode on to the global stage, as a new generation
shows the world what those of us doing business in Africa have long
known: that our continent is home to some of the most exciting and
innovative entrepreneurial talent.”
Today, we take the first step to helping the explosion happen.
At 11:00am,
during a major press conference at Heirs Place, Mr. Elumelu announced
the launch of The Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme
(TEEP).
TEEP
is the flagship entrepreneurship programme of the Tony Elumelu
Foundation, with the aim to create 10,000 businesses that span the
continent, generating 1,000,000 new jobs and contributing at least $10
billion in annual revenue to the African economy.
It
is backed by $100,000,000 and a commitment to giving start-ups and
entrepreneurs with a dream the funds, the mentorship, and the network,
to become the next generation of global business titans from Africa.
The
1,000 start-ups selected from the tens of thousands
of applicants across the continent will participate in a comprehensive
programme designed to equip them to build successful value adding
businesses. The programme includes seed capital funding, a customized
12-week business skills training course, mentoring, an entrepreneurship
‘boot camp,’ participation in the annual Elumelu Entrepreneurship Forum,
membership in the TEEP Alumni Network and much more.
More
details about the program, including eligibility and the application
and selection processes are available on the website at: www.tonyelumelufoundation.
Encourage
your friends and family to apply and tell your networks about this
exceptional opportunity. Follow @TonyElumeluFDN for more information on
the process and the program and use #AfricanEntrepreneurs to join the
conversation.
