Innovation Support Network (ISN)
Global Opportunities
We bridge the gap between global enterprise partners and innovators. Hub members can apply for exclusive programs, infrastructure grants, and service onboarding directly through this portal.
Google for Startups Cloud Program
Provided by Google Cloud
Access up to $100,000 in Google Cloud credits, technical training, and mentorship from Google engineers. Perfect for hubs scaling cloud infrastructure.
Benefits:
- $100,000 Cloud Credits
- Technical Support
- Global Networking
- Due: 2026-07-31
Eligibility:
ISN member hubs with active tech programs
Microsoft Azure AI Accelerator
Provided by Microsoft
Join a 12-week intensive program focused on AI/ML integration. Get Azure credits, technical mentorship, and access to Microsoft enterprise clients.
Benefits:
- Azure Credits
- AI/ML Training
- Enterprise Connections
- Due: 2026-06-15
Eligibility:
Hubs with AI/Deep Tech focus
Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme
Provided by TEF
Annual $5,000 non-refundable seed capital, training, and mentoring for African entrepreneurs. ISN hubs can nominate top startups.
Benefits:
- $5,000 Seed Capital
- Business Training
- Mentorship
- Due: 2026-05-31
Eligibility:
All ISN member hubs
AWS Activate Program
Provided by Amazon Web Services
Up to $100,000 in AWS credits, technical support, and training resources. Designed for early-stage startups building on AWS infrastructure.
Benefits:
- AWS Credits up to $100k
- Technical Training
- Support Resources
- Rolling
Eligibility:
Hubs supporting tech startups
MTN Y'ello Hub Network Integration
Provided by MTN Nigeria
Integrate with MTN’s network to offer mobile services, payments integration, and connectivity solutions to your hub members.
Benefits:
- API Access
- Revenue Share
- Technical Support
- Due: 2026-08-30
Eligibility:
Certified ISN hubs
GIZ Digital Transformation Grant
Provided by GIZ Nigeria
Matching grants up to €50,000 for hubs implementing digital transformation programs in underserved communities.
Benefits:
- Up to €50,000
- Capacity Building
- M&E Support
- Due: 2026-09-15
Eligibility:
Hubs in underserved regions
Google for Startups Cloud Program
Provided by Google Cloud
Access up to $100,000 in Google Cloud credits, technical training, and mentorship from Google engineers. Perfect for hubs scaling cloud infrastructure.
Benefits:
- $100,000 Cloud Credits
- Technical Support
- Global Networking
- Due: 2026-07-31
Eligibility:
ISN member hubs with active tech programs
Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme
Provided by TEF
Annual $5,000 non-refundable seed capital, training, and mentoring for African entrepreneurs. ISN hubs can nominate top startups.
Benefits:
- $5,000 Seed Capital
- Business Training
- Mentorship
- Due: 2026-05-31
Eligibility:
All ISN member hubs
AWS Activate Program
Provided by Amazon Web Services
Up to $100,000 in AWS credits, technical support, and training resources. Designed for early-stage startups building on AWS infrastructure.
Benefits:
- AWS Credits up to $100k
- Technical Training
- Support Resources
- Rolling
Eligibility:
Hubs supporting tech startups
GIZ Digital Transformation Grant
Provided by GIZ Nigeria
Matching grants up to €50,000 for hubs implementing digital transformation programs in underserved communities.
Benefits:
- Up to €50,000
- Capacity Building
- M&E Support
- Due: 2026-09-15
Eligibility:
Hubs in underserved regions
Microsoft Azure AI Accelerator
Provided by Microsoft
Join a 12-week intensive program focused on AI/ML integration. Get Azure credits, technical mentorship, and access to Microsoft enterprise clients.
Benefits:
- Azure Credits
- AI/ML Training
- Enterprise Connections
- Due: 2026-06-15
Eligibility:
Hubs with AI/Deep Tech focus
MTN Y'ello Hub Network Integration
Provided by MTN Nigeria
Integrate with MTN’s network to offer mobile services, payments integration, and connectivity solutions to your hub members.
Benefits:
- API Access
- Revenue Share
- Technical Support
- Due: 2026-08-30
Eligibility:
Certified ISN hubs