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WASH Incubator Programme 2024 for WASH start-ups.

by OFA

Application Deadline: 28 July 2024.

Applications are now open for the 2024 WASH Incubator Programme. The incubation programme offers capacity building, mentorship, networking opportunities and financial support to help you turn your vision into reality. Join us and lay a strong foundation for your enterprise’s success.

Programme objectives

  • Support 8 – 10 early-stage youth-led WASH start-ups, enabling to start operating, and prove their impact by benefiting low-income communities.
  • The aim is for the entrepreneurs to have, at the end of the programme, a sustainable business model with potential, validated in a pilot project.

Eligibility Criteria

  • You are between 18 and 35 years old at the beginning of the programme (in September).
  • You are a Ghanaian citizen and currently live in Ghana.
  • You are the founder or co-founder of your business.
  • You are able to understand and discuss technical subjects related to your project in English.
  • You have access to a computer and a reliable internet connection.
  • You are available to participate in two in-person bootcamps anywhere in Ghana and to attend online sessions in the coming year.

Target audience

  • Committed early-stage WASH entrepreneurs from 18 to 35 years old.

Program Details

  • Tailored to your needs 

We offer you tailored and personalised business development.

  • Business & WASH experts

We combine business expertise and relevant WASH professionals with business development knowledge.

  • Networking opportunities

We organise a pitching event, create mentorships and connect you to support organisations and potential clients to help you reach a solid customer base.

  • Seed-funding

USD 5,000$ seed-funding grant for validating your market and validating a pilot project.

  • Long-term support

We join and guide you on your incubation journey over a 12-month period with in-person trainings and online individual coaching.

Timeline:

  • Submission Deadline: Submit your application before 28 July 2024
  • Announcement of selected entrepreneurs: August 2024
  • Program Kick-off: 2 September 2024 (TBC) – Attend the online programme kick-off session (ONLINE)

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the WASH Incubator Programme

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