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OST Programme 2025
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OST Programme 2025 launches $20,000 funding for African startups and talents

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UNICEF Femtech Fund launches with the offer of $100k equity-free investment to early-stage startups.
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OST Programme 2025
Funding Opportunities

OST Programme 2025 launches $20,000 funding for African startups and

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UNICEF Femtech Fund launches with the offer of $100k equity-free investment to early-stage startups.
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UNICEF Femtech Fund offers $100K equity-free backing for startups improving

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Amahoro Coalition Fellowship 2025
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Amahoro Coalition launches $155,000 fellowship to back young displaced changemakers

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