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

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

Internews Small Innovation Grants for Pilot Media Projects in Africa

Internews is an international media development organisation whose mission is to empower local media worldwide to give people the news and information they need. Through its programmes, Internews improves the reach, quality and sustainability of local media enabling them to better serve the information needs of their communities.

In 2011, Internews Network launched a new Centre for Innovation, Research & Learning aimed at maximising the potential of digital technologies and innovative approaches to solve challenges in the rapidly changing global information and communication landscape. One of the activities that will be carried out in all different regions Internews works in under the Innovation Centre is the development of innovative pilot projects.

Get further information on how to apply in response to this Call for Proposals.