2021 Kickstart Programme for Nigerian Entrepreneurs by International Breweries

2021 Kickstart Programme for Nigerian Entrepreneurs: International Breweries Foundation is calling for applications from eligible Nigerian Youths for its 2021 Kickstart Entrepreneurship Programme. See the requirements and how to apply for the International Breweries Kickstart Entrepreneurship Programme below.

The International Breweries foundation is an arm of International Breweries Plc,( a member of the AB InBev Family) with the objective of delivering impactful, developmental and sustainable projects. Kickstart is an initiative of the International Breweries Foundation that focuses on enterprise growth and development for young entrepreneurs. The programme supports youth-owned businesses through the provision of training, access to capital (grants) and mentoring.

Kickstart is also available within other countries in Africa, as an initiative of the Africa Zone of the AB InBev Group. The program hitherto has been successfully implemented in South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho, Swaziland and Tanzania. In Nigeria, the program started in 2016 and has run three editions in the South West and South East region. With effect from 2019, Kickstart has become a national intervention in Nigeria, now open to youths in the six geo-political zones of the country.

Who Can Apply for 2021 Kickstart Programme for Nigerian Entrepreneurs

Applicants should be between 18 years to 35 years.
Fluent in English language (read, write and speak).
Reside in and have their business operations in Nigeria.
Business should be in one of the following areas:
- Agriculture – (Maize, Rice and Sorghum value chain and others)
- Circular Packaging (e.g., recycling)
- Renewable Energy
- Water Stewardship
- Modular Retailing (Unique small-scale sales model for International Breweries Plc. Products)
- Others
Businesses must be within 0 to 3 years.