United States Institute of Peace’s (USIP) Grant Program supporting innovative peacebuilding projects

United States Institute of Peace’s (USIP) Grant Program increases the breadth and depth of the Institute’s work by supporting peacebuilding projects managed by non-profit organizations including educational institutions, research institutions, and civil society organizations.

The Annual Grant Competition supports innovative peacebuilding projects involving research, the identification of promising models and effective practices, the development of practitioner resources and tools, the development and delivery of education, training and dialogue programs, and the production of films, radio programs, and other media.

The Grant Program funds projects focused on preventing, managing, and resolving violent conflict and promoting post-conflict peacebuilding in settings outside the borders of the U.S.

For more information, visit http://www.yipekenya.org/United States Institute of Peace (USIP) Grant Program.htm

How to Deal With Your Competitors Professionally

In today’s competitive world, every business has competition, and if you do not have, one will show up as soon as you start to operate. For any small business owner, competition is a reality and you must thus be prepared to compete and win. To get a clear perspective of the game, let’s pose and ask; who is your competitor? Your competitors are companies that satisfy the same customer need as your company.

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Tandaa Digital Content Grants - Call for Proposals

The second round of the Tandaa Digital Content Grant Call for Proposals is now open.

Companies and individual teams with innovative ideas that use web and mobile phone technology are invited to submit their proposals for a chance to be awarded a grant of US $10,000 - 50,000.

The objective of the grant is to stimulate ICT innovation and creativity while promoting economic growth in the sector. By supporting tech-entrepreneurs with the funds they need to successfully take their products to market, the Tandaa Grant hopes to grow the number of relevant and local web and mobile applications available to Kenyans.

For more information on categories and how to apply, visit http://www.yipekenya.org/Tandaa Digital Content Grants - Call for Proposals.htm

Nokia Create for Millions Contest

Nokia has announced “Create for Millions” a global competition that brings consumers and developers together to create applications for Nokia’s Series 40 mobile phones. Create for Millions also provides developers an opportunity to bring Java and web apps to millions of consumers worldwide and win their share of cash and prizes valued at One Million Euros.

The Create for Millions contest features four categories where you can bring out your best work for Nokia’s Series 40 phones:

1. In the Know – seeking your Series 40 web apps focusing on news and location-based information.

2. Fun & Games – Nokia are eager to try your Series 40 Java games and entertainment apps that will fill those spare moments during the day with amusing, unforgettable diversions.

3. Emotional Closeness – this is your chance to submit social networking apps that are developed either as Series 40 Java apps or web apps.

4. Access to Knowledge – share your life improvement apps (e.g., education, health, etc.), and in this category.

For more information, visit http://www.yipekenya.org/Nokia Create for Millions Contest.htm

InvesteQ Capital Entrepreneurship Competition

InvesteQ Capital is a 7 year old company whose focus is to provide financing solutions to SMEs in Africa. The InvesteQ Capital Entrepreneurship Competition is a business plan competition preparing Kenyan SMEs for finance.

Eligibility

• Kenyan businesses registered in Kenya
• Financing requirement is between US$ 10,000 and US$ 1,000,000
• You aim to be profitable in the next three years.
• Your business is a growth business with a yearly growth rate in sales and/or employees of 30% annually.

For more information, visit http://www.yipekenya.org/InvesteQ Capital Entrepreneurship Competition.htm

Private Sector Window of G-20 Food Security Initiative Call for Proposals

The Private Sector Window of the G-20 Global Agriculture and Food Security Program, administered by IFC, has launched an initial call for proposals from private sector firms and financial institutions seeking financing for agricultural projects in low-income countries.

This call is the first effort to identify opportunities to supply financing for investment and advisory programs for small farmers and small and medium enterprises that typically have difficulty attracting commercial financing. 

For more information, visit http://www.yipekenya.org/Private Sector Window of G-20 Food Security Initiative Call for Proposals.htm

SEED Awards for Entrepreneurship in Sustainable Development

The SEED Awards for Entrepreneurship in Sustainable Development is an annual awards scheme designed to find the most promising, innovative and locally led start-up social and environmental entrepreneurs in countries with developing and emerging economies. 

An international jury of experts selects enterprises which have the potential to make real improvements in poverty eradication and environmental sustainability while contributing to a greener economy

For more information, visit http://www.yipekenya.org/SEED Awards for Entrepreneurship in Sustainable Development.htm