FATE Foundation's October Newsletter

  October 8, 2021Hello ,We are happy to bring FATE Foundation October Newsletter to you to keep you updated on our events, forthcoming programmes, and publications. 

Our Events

On Thursday, September 30, 2021, we (FATE Foundation and Facebook) announced the 100 Nigerian Entrepreneurs, who will receive small business cash grants ranging from Two Hundred Thousand Naira (NGN200,000) to One Million Naira (NGN1,000,000). These entrepreneurs are youth led businesses, who are alumni members of the Aspiring Entrepreneurs Digital programme (AEP Digital) from 2018-2021.Ten entrepreneurs including Uzoma Obi of Uzi Cakes and Bakes; Hauwa Othman of 8Fifteen Skincare and Prosper Chidinma Erem of Proache shoes received One Million naira (NGN1,000,000); Twenty entrepreneurs received Five Hundred Thousand Naira (NGN500,000) while Seventy entrepreneurs received Two Hundred Thousand Naira (NGN200,000).We are elated to support these young entrepreneurs, whose respective businesses are creating jobs and socio-economic impact across the country. The full list of the grant recipients can be viewed and downloaded

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Highlights from the 6th FATE Annual Alumni Conference 

The 6th Edition of the FATE Annual Alumni Conference themed: "Resetting your Business to Thrive in Challenging Times" was a great success. The virtual conference was held on the 30th of September, 2021 and was broadcast from a live studio set up at the office of FATE Foundation. Over 1,000 people joined in across the country.The conference was graced with Industry thought leaders in George Onafowokan, Coleman Wires & Cables ; Fola Laoye, HealthMarkets, Toki Mabogunje, President, Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry; Abubakar Suleiman, CEO Sterling Bank Plc; Yewande Zaccheaus, Chairman Eventful Nigeria; and Mr. Oluwole B. Oshin, Founder and Group Managing Director, Custodian Investment Plc.Some of the highlights of the event was the announcement of the Facebook business grant winners of 100 FATE Foundation AEP Digital Alumni (2018-2021) Members walking away with funds in the range of N200,000 to N1,000,000 each, key updates of alumni activities, and the presentation of the alumni Executive Committee report.Did you miss the conference? Not to worry! Click here to catch up on the discussion.

The Centenary Class of FATE Aspiring Entrepreneur Programme (AEP)

We are super excited to announce that the 2021 Annual Celebration and Awards Ceremony is scheduled to hold on Thursday, December 2, 2021.SAVE THE DATE!We will keep you updated from time to time.

The 7th FATE Foundation Policy Dialogue Series on Entrepreneurship is scheduled to hold on Thursday, November 11, 2021 by 10.00am. Please mark your calendars, save the date and plan to attend.More details coming soon!

 Running a profitable business in Nigeria can be tough, but with the relevant knowledge and business know-how, you can get your business running and making a profit while at it. We have created the  Innovate.Create.Build Course for aspiring entrepreneurs that are looking to launch their business and run it successfully.Click here to register for the course.

NEWS FLASH!📌😃The Nigerian Entrepreneurs Handbook Series is now available in Bookstores!You can now visit any RovingHeights or Laterna bookstores nearest to you to purchase the Nigerian Entrepreneur's Handbook Series.Hurry now and get your pack of our 7 books set!Alumni and Volunteers get 10% discount on every purchase using the code below: FATEALUM20For more enquires and to place your order, call- 09068869848

CALL FOR APPLICATION IS STILL ONWe are calling on Kano State-based entrepreneurs, looking for knowledge, support and the needed business skillset to help navigate through these uncertain times, to apply for The Business Recovery Programme (BRP). This programme is funded by the Standard Chartered Foundation, and supported by Youth Business International. The project is part of futuremakers by Standard Chartered; a global initiative to tackle inequality. So, what are you waiting for? If you reside in Kano or have friends and relatives there, kindly share this goodness to themApplication is open now till Monday, October 18, 2021Hurry now  and click here to register or call 08122461806

Designed by Africa Franchise Institute with the support of FATE Foundation; The ESBP is for micro and small business owners with two or more outlets, who require support to develop a micro franchising model, or to optimize and systemize their businesses for scale and expansion.

Participants will get access to reports on franchising trends in Nigeria and receive support to develop expansion systems for business replication and standardization.

Date: 28 October 2021 To sign up please call - 09085693333 or visit www.Africanfranchiseinstitute.com/Register

We are getting close to the Annual Celebration and Awards Ceremony and we are happy to let you know that the window for nomination for the 2021 FATE Alumni Model Entrepreneur Award (FAME)  is now OPEN!kindly nominate yourself or someone that you think deserves it. Click here to nominate.

In the bid to continuously foster our desire to harness the strong entrepreneurial nature of Nigerians, we are giving out the opportunity for entrepreneurs to ask questions from experienced experts in the field. Do you need clarity on any of the following areas: Funding Advisory, Growth Strategy, Tax Advisory, Accounting, Digital Marketing Strategy, HR, Legal Advisory?If yes, then sign up for our Remote Business Advisory Sessions. Every Tuesdays and Thursdays of the week. To register click here 

The application for the 6-month Orange Corners Nigeria Incubation Programme is now open!So, are you resident in Lagos?Are you between the ages of 18-35?Is your business idea sustainable and solving local challenges in the health, education, circular economy, tech and agricultural sector?Then, here is an opportunity for you to explore! The Orange Corners Nigeria Incubation Programme will comprise:                • Enterprise Development Training                 • Access to the right network                • Funding of up to 50,000 euros                • One on One mentoring SessionsDoes the above look like what you want? If "Yes" Then, apply. To find out more and to begin your application, visit orangecorners.com/nigeria.Don't sleep on this!

Regards,FATE Foundation

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