Lagos Innovates Female Founders & Funders III Programme is designed for female founders looking to grow their startups, meet investors, and achieve scalability. This initiative aims to empower women entrepreneurs in Lagos by providing essential resources and networking opportunities.
Application Deadline:
- 4 April 2026
Tell Me About The Programme:
The Female Founders & Funders III Programme, hosted by Lagos Innovates, is a 6-week hybrid accelerator designed to support female-founded startups in Lagos. It provides mentorship, investor readiness training, curated connections to venture capitalists and angel investors, and opportunities to pitch at an investor showcase.
Which Fields are Eligible?
Focus sectors include:
- FinTech
- HealthTech
- EdTech
- AgriTech
- AI/ML
- Climate Tech
Type:
- Startup Accelerator | Mentorship + Investment Readiness + Funding Opportunities.
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be female founders or co-founders.
- Have a working product or MVP.
- Be solving a clear market problem.
- Operate or plan to operate in Lagos State.
- Hold a LASRRA ID (Lagos State Residents Registration Agency).
- Hold a LIRS TAX ID (Lagos Internal Revenue Service).
- Be residents of Lagos with businesses based in Lagos.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Based on innovation, market problem clarity, and readiness to scale.
- Review of product/MVP, founder profile, and supporting documents.
- Final cohort announced 15 April 2026.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- All countries, but applicants must be based in Lagos or planning to operate there.
Where will the Programme be Taken?
- Hybrid format: Weekly sessions in Lagos with options for virtual participation.
How Many Awards?
- Cohort size not fixed; previous editions supported 33+ female founders and 24+ aspiring female investors.
What is the Benefit of the Programme?
- Expert mentorship (weekly one-on-one guidance).
- Investor readiness support (pitch deck, financial models, engagement strategies).
- Network access (VCs, angel investors, corporate partners).
- Investor showcase in June 2026.
- Prizes worth ₦9M+ awarded to top-performing founders.
- Certificate of participation and post-programme funding momentum.
How Long Will the Programme Last?
- 6 weeks (April – June 2026).
How to Apply:
- Confirm eligibility (female founder, Lagos-based, LASRRA & LIRS IDs).
- Prepare required documents:
- LASRRA ID
- LIRS TAX ID
- Business logo
- Apply via the online application form on Lagos Innovates portal.
- Submit before 4 April 2026.