NITDA iHatch Nationwide Incubation Programme Cohort 5

About

A 10-month incubation program designed for early-stage startups in Nigeria, offering structured training, mentorship, and access to funding opportunities. Participants will engage in workshops, receive industry guidance, and network with potential investors, culminating in exposure at demo events to showcase their innovations.

Benefits

• 🚀Structured Incubation
  Access to structured incubation and training
• 📚Business Development Workshops
  Participation in business development workshops to enhance skills
• 🧑‍🏫 Industry Mentorship
  Receive mentorship and coaching from industry experts
• 🤝Networking Opportunities
  Connect with investors and ecosystem partners for growth
• 💸Equity-Free Grants
  Access to equity-free grants and investment opportunities
• 🎤Demo Event Exposure
  Gain exposure at regional and national demo events

Eligibility Criteria

• Must operate within Nigeria
• Must be an early-stage startup
• Must demonstrate innovation and growth potential
• Must commit to full participation in the programme
• Must apply as a team with a minimum of two members
• At least one team member must have technical capacity

Participation Commitments

• Full participation required throughout the 10-month programme
• Engagement in monitoring and evaluation processes
• Attendance at regional and national demo days

Target Sector

All sectors

Target Location

Nigeria