Agriculture, forestry and fishing

Overview of the Opportunity

This opportunity, which commenced on October 06, 2025, is dedicated to shaping the future of democracy around the world. It supports governments and communities experimenting with bold participatory ways of making decisions, which may range from youth assemblies to climate participatory budgeting.

The applications are open to civil society organizations, governments, and civil servants globally. The participants are provided with funding, mentorship, and global allies.

Fund The People is calling for applications for the Tender Solution Platform Built for SMEs. Fund The People provides quick, accessible funding solutions that empower South African SMMEs to take on tenders, deliver large orders, and scale confidently without taking on risky loans or giving up equity. They assist with purchase orders starting from R150,000.

The Allan Gray Centre for Africa Entrepreneurship (AGCAE), based at Stellenbosch University, in collaboration with the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, through the Innovation Bridge Portal is pleased to announce the opening of applications for its prestigious PhD and Master’s scholarships for the 2026 academic year. These scholarships are designed to support exceptional emerging researchers who are passionate about contributing to original, high-impact research in the field of entrepreneurship in Africa.

The Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) invites qualifying applicants to apply for support under the Business Infrastructure Support Programme (BISP). BISP aims to support MSMEs with Business enabling machinery, equipment, tools, technology, energy support and Infrastructure (newly built or refurbished) and enable market access for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).

WHAT SUPPORT IS OFFERED?

Applicants may apply for the following support components: