If you’re building anything around climate, sustainability, or green business, this is a serious opportunity you should not ignore.
The Acumen Academy has opened applications for the Green RISE Africa Fellowship 2026, a program designed to help African entrepreneurs grow impactful, climate-focused businesses.
What This Fellowship Is About
This is not your regular business program.
The Green RISE Fellowship focuses on helping you build a sustainable business, develop strong leadership and decision-making skills, and connect with a powerful network of changemakers.
It runs for 6 months and is hybrid, meaning you join virtual sessions, attend some physical meetups, and learn at your own pace.
The best part is that you don’t need to quit your job or business to join.
What Makes It Different
Unlike typical fellowships that focus only on profit, this one is about long-term impact, moral leadership, and creating real opportunities for people.
It is especially focused on women and youth in underserved communities.
Who Can Apply
This is for you if you are building or running a green or climate-focused business, creating jobs or economic opportunities, committed to solving climate change and poverty, and have a clear vision with strong leadership potential.
West Africa Track
If you are in Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, Sierra Leone, or The Gambia, you can apply for the West Africa Fellowship track.
There is also an East Africa track for countries like Kenya, Uganda, and others.
What You’ll Gain
You get access to global mentors and experts, hands-on learning to grow your business, exposure to funding and partnership opportunities, and a strong network of African innovators.
Deadline
May 11, 2026. Do not wait till the last minute because opportunities like this are competitive.
Apply Here
https://tinyurl.com/mrxcs6vw
Bottom Line
If you are serious about building a business that makes money and creates impact, this is a solid plug. It is not just for growth but for building something that actually lasts.
