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Up to €2M in patient capital for Africa's most ambitious creative entrepreneurs, in fashion, film, music, design, crafts, and beyond.
Eligibility
Is IFFAC right for you?
We back creative entrepreneurs at every stage, from first idea to second fund raise. Not sure which program fits? Answer the 3-minute quiz.
Take the eligibility quiz →African-born or African diaspora founder
Operating in any of 16 creative sub-sectors
Fashion, film, music, design, craft, culinary arts, and more
Pan-African, all 54 countries and diaspora welcome
Any stage from early idea through established enterprise
Unsure? Talk to a program officer →
How to Apply
Four steps to a funded future.
01
Check eligibility
Answer 6 quick questions to confirm which stage fits you, and get a plain-English summary of what we're looking for before you invest time in the full application.
02
Download the handbook
The Application Handbook covers character limits, sample answers, the pitch-video brief, and exactly what the investment committee reads. Download it before you begin.
03
Complete your application
Our portal lets you save progress and return any time before the deadline. Share your story, financials, three work samples, and a short pitch video (max 3 minutes).
04
Decision within 8 weeks
Every application is read by a program officer. Shortlisted applicants pitch the Investment Committee in person or by video. All applicants receive a response.
FAQ
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Ready to apply?
Save progress any time. Return before the deadline. We read everything.