The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) has once again opened its doors to aspiring entrepreneurs across Africa with the TEF2024 grant application. As a leading champion of entrepreneurship and economic development on the continent, TEF aims to empower individuals with scalable business ideas or businesses operational for no more than three years. If you are ready to take the leap towards realizing your entrepreneurial dreams, here's a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the application process seamlessly.
Requirements for TEF2024 Grant Application
1. Eligibility Criteria
TEF is open to Africans from all 54 African countries. Applicants must have scalable business ideas or businesses operational for no more than 3 years. And he/she must be 18 years of age and above.
2. Registration Process
Visit www.tefconnect.com to register.
No registration fee is required; the entire process is online and totally free. And please beware of scams: TEF did not appoint anyone to collect money for the application process.
3. Application Process
- Use your government-issued ID; student IDs are not accepted.
- Upload a Jpeg/png file of your ID/photo (not more than 1mb).
- Ensure valid phone numbers on WhatsApp are used.
- It is one application per individual; members of the same family or couples are not allowed to apply separately.
4. Documents Required
- Valid Government-issued Identification.
- Official Business Registration Certificate for businesses already operational.
- Official Evidence of Business Ownership for businesses already operational.
- Official Evidence of Directors for businesses already operational.
- Official Consent by Partners to apply for businesses with partners.
After Applying, you will receive a notification about your application status. If rejected, you
can still reapply in subsequent years until you are selected.
For any issues during the application process, you can reach out for support at enquiries@tonyelumelufoundation.org for prompt assistance.
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of TEF2024 and contribute to the growth of entrepreneurship in Africa. Apply now to get the financial lift your business needed.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the next step after applying on TEFConnect?
Once you have successfully submitted your application, you will get a notification about your status.
Can I reapply after being rejected in previous years?
Yes, you can reapply for the programme until you are selected for the grant.
Is it possible for a couple to apply for the TEF Entrepreneurship Programme separately?
No, members of the same family are not allowed to apply separately; doing so would result in immediate disqualification.
Can I submit two ideas separately?
Unfortunately, this is not allowed. Everyone is expected to apply with only one existing business or business idea.