Opportunities

MoU between Najali Group of Entreprise and ChuoMarket

On 12th January 2026, we officially signed an MoU between Najali Group of Enterprises and ChuoMarket. Through this partnership, Najali Pads will reach students faster, affordably, and with dignity via an innovative online marketplace. Together, we’re ending period poverty and advancing sustainable hygiene for all. #NajaliPads #ChuoMarket #EndPeriodPoverty #PartnershipForImpact #SustainableHygiene

TRA INNOVATION CHALLENGE

Mamlaka ya Mapato Tanzania (TRA) inawakaribisha Watanzania wote kushiriki katika msimu wa pili wa mashindano ya mawazo bunifu yatakayosaidia kuboresha huduma na mifumo ya kodi nchini. 💡 Tuma wazo lako kupitia tovuti ya TRA kwenye kipengele cha Innovation kabla ya Julai 31, 2026. 🏆 Zawadi: • Mawazo 1,000 yatakayofika hatua ya tathmini yatapata TZS 100,000 kila moja • Mshindi wa kwanza atajishindia hadi TZS 50 Milioni • Washindi wengine watapata zawadi kuanzia TZS 10 Milioni hadi 30 Milioni Jumla ya washindi 1,020 watanufaika na mpango huu unaolenga kuibua ubunifu wa kuboresha mfumo wa kodi Tanzania

START UP PITCH COMPETITION

Youth Innovation Foundation, in collaboration with the Global Fintech Council and Startup World Cup, invites startups and innovators to showcase their ideas before investors and industry leaders. 🔥 Why participate? ✅ Pitch your innovation to investors ✅ Gain international exposure ✅ Expand your network ✅ Accelerate your startup growth 📅 21st August 2026 📍 JNICC, Dar es Salaam

Fully Funded Green Leaders Fellowship 2026

Are you a climate advocate or sustainability leader in Nigeria? The Officially Green Leaders Fellowship 2026 is now open! Benefits: • Fully funded residency (accommodation, meals & travel) • Advanced climate leadership training • Develop a 12-month sustainability action plan • Join a strong national network of changemakers 💡 Pro Tip: Highlight your leadership experience, real sustainability impact, and a clear vision for change in your state.

EU Grants for Digital Health & AI Projects

The European Union (Horizon Europe) has launched a new funding call to support projects using digital innovation and AI to strengthen health research across Sub-Saharan Africa. Focus Areas: • AI and digital innovation in healthcare • Digital platforms for clinical research • Cross-border research collaborations • Scaling digital health solutions across 💡 Pro Tip: Start building your international consortium early strong proposals combine research institutions, healthcare partners, and tech experts.

CRDB FOUNDATION AND SMART ELITE INITIATIVE

CRDB Bank Foundation participated in the official launch of the Smart Elite Initiative, a strategic program held in Dar es Salaam aimed at preparing higher education students to compete effectively in the digital economy. The event was officiated by the Acting Managing Director of CRDB Bank, Fredrick Nshekanabo, alongside CRDB Bank Foundation Managing Director Tully Esther Mwambapa, and key partners including the Higher Education Students’ Loans Board (HESLB) and Basil Link. Through the initiative, HESLB beneficiaries will receive financial literacy training, entrepreneurship skills, and career preparation to enhance their competitiveness in the job market and digital economy. The Smart Elite Initiative reflects CRDB Bank Foundation’s continued commitment to youth empowerment and sustainable development through programs such as Go Green and iMbeju.

CRDB FOUNDATION AND VIJANA PLATFORM

CRDB Bank Foundation donated 12 fishing boats worth over TZS 100 million and six fish cages stocked with 60,000 fish fingerlings and eight months of fish feed valued at TZS 200 million during the launch of the Vijana Platform in Mwanza. The platform brings together youth entrepreneurs from various sectors to expand economic opportunities and support the growth of their businesses. The support was officially handed over by the Minister of State, President’s Office – Youth Development, Hon. Joel Arthur Nanauka, alongside CRDB Bank Foundation’s Managing Director, TullyEsther Mwambapa. Through its iMbeju Program, the Foundation continues to provide entrepreneurship training, financial literacy education, and enabling capital to youth, women, and special groups nationwide, with over one million beneficiaries already trained.

PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN CRDB FOUNDATION AND MUHAS

CRDB Bank Foundation and MUHAS signed a five-year partnership to empower youth and student innovators, especially in the health sector. The collaboration will provide entrepreneurship training, financial education, research support, incubation programs, and funding opportunities to help innovations grow and enter the market. The initiative also promotes public health education, environmental sustainability through programs like Go Green and IMBEJU, and offers financial support ranging from TZS 500,000 to TZS 10,000,000 for youth-led innovations and startups.

United Nations Volunteer (UNV) Program 2026

Applications are open to join the global UN Volunteer Program 2026 and contribute to development, humanitarian action, and peacebuilding worldwide. 🌟 What’s Covered: • Living allowance • Accommodation & meals • Travel & visa costs • Health insurance Open to students, fresh graduates, and professionals from all backgrounds. 💡 Pro Tip: Highlight your motivation, relevant experience, and commitment to global impact.

GRANT OPPORTUNITIES | TOP PICKS for 2025–2026

Looking for funding? These top grant opportunities are ideal for researchers, nonprofits, youth leaders, journalists, innovators, and startups. Funding Categories Available: • Climate & Sustainability Grants • Academic & Research Funding • Youth & Social Impact Grants • Human & Digital Rights Funding • Business & Innovation Grants 🔗 Access the full list of 20+ active grant opportunities: ✅ Apply early – deadlines fill up fast 📌 Save this post for later 🏷️ Tag someone who needs funding Your next big idea deserves support—go get funded!

COSTECH

Mashindano ya Kitaifa ya Sayansi, Teknolojia na Ubunifu (MAKISATU)

The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MoEST) through the Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology (COSTECH) is supporting Tanzanian innovators to develop their innovative products to reach a stage of proven products for commercialization. The support is provided by conducting the national innovation competition known as "Mashindano ya Kitaifa ya Sayansi, Teknolojia na Ubunifu (MAKISATU)".

Funguo Programme Info Session

Join the 1st Information Session for the 5th Call for Funding under the UNDP FUNGUO Innovation Programme! 📅 Tuesday, 12 May 2026 ⏰ 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM 💻 Via Zoom Learn how to strengthen your application, understand eligibility requirements, and avoid common mistakes. Whether you’re applying for the first time or improving your proposal, this session will help you prepare a competitive application. 📌 Upcoming sessions: • 19 May 2026 • 26 May 2026

CHUO MARKET YASHINDA NAFASI YA KWANZA UPANDE WA TWKNOLOJIA

📢 TAARIFA RASMI Safari ya ndoto inaendelea! 🚀 Kupitia tukio la Nje Ya Box Youth Talk 2026 lililoandaliwa na Ufaulu Project, sisi ChuoMarket tumebarikiwa kushinda nafasi ya kwanza kama Wazo Bora la Kibiashara Kwenye Teknolojia 🏆 Tunatoa shukrani za dhati kwa CRDB Foundation kwa kutupatia zawadi ya laptop mpya yenye thamani kubwa ambayo itatusaidia kuendelea kuimarisha upande wa teknolojia na ubunifu katika kujenga suluhisho kwa wanafunzi wa vyuo. 💻✨ Pia tunathamini uwepo wa Godfrey Massawe kutoka Ofisi ya Rais – Maendeleo ya Vijana, aliyemwakilisha Dkt. Kedmon Elisha Mapana katika tamasha hili muhimu kwa vijana na ubunifu. Hii ni hatua nyingine kubwa kuelekea kujenga jukwaa bora la biashara na fursa kwa vijana wa vyuo Tanzania. Asanteni kwa kuamini maono yetu. 🙏🔥 #ChuoMarket #NjeYaBoxYouthTalk2026 #Innovation #YouthEmpowerment #CRDBFoundation #Technology #StartupJourney