The Tony Elumelu Foundation has selected 3,200 African entrepreneurs for its 2026 Entrepreneurship Programme, focusing on AI integration and green business management, following its earlier announcement of the upcoming cohort.

Applications to the flagship programme were received from over 265,000 young Africans, representing all 54 African countries, underscoring Africa’s vibrant entrepreneurial sector and the funding…

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated economist and philanthropist Tony Elumelu on his birthday, commending his vision of Africapitalism and efforts in youth empowerment.

Tony Elumelu has issued a public warning about an AI-generated scam video that falsely depicts him endorsing a crypto platform, highlighting the increasing threat of digital fraud.

The Tony Elumelu Foundation is set to unveil its 12th cohort, funding 3,200 entrepreneurs with $16m after a record surge in applications, following applications from over 265,000 young Africans across all 54 countries.