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Google Opens Applications for ₦75 Million Hustle Academy Fund to Empower Nigerian SMBs

Joan Aimuengheuwa by Joan Aimuengheuwa
September 28, 2023
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Google Opens Applications for ₦75 Million Hustle Academy Fund to Empower Nigerian SMBs
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Google has opened applications for the Hustle Academy SMB Fund, aimed at addressing the funding challenges faced by SMBs, fostering entrepreneurial growth, and contributing to economic development.

Small businesses form the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, yet they consistently grapple with challenges, notably the perennial obstacle of securing vital funding. According to the World Bank, African SMBs face a staggering finance gap of $330 billion. Additionally, only 25% of SMBs in Africa have access to bank loans, a percentage that sharply contrasts the 50% observed in developed economies.

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Google’s Hustle Academy, introduced in 2022, provides SMEs with business and management education, mentoring, and networking, with a particular emphasis on preparing them to package their businesses in order to raise the necessary capital to take their businesses to the next level. Since its inception, the program has graduated over 4,000 SMBs in Nigeria, with a notable 74% from the first year reporting marked business growth.

Benefits 

Building on the success and impact of the Hustle Academy initiative, the Hustle Academy Fund earmarks a ₦75 Million pool exclusively for Nigeria to support 15 investor-ready SMBs through non-dilutive funding. This commitment is further enriched with tailored mentorship, ensuring these businesses are primed for success.

The ₦75 Million equity-free fund is dedicated to amplifying the ambitions of Nigerian Small and Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs). 

This initiative, offering ₦5 Million to 15 Nigerian small business owners, cements Google’s unwavering commitment to cultivating entrepreneurial growth in Nigeria.

Mojolaoluwa Aderemi-Makinde, Head of Brand & Reputation, Sub-Saharan Africa at Google, remarked, “The Hustle Academy Fund is a testament to the resilience and innovation of Nigerian small businesses, which are the backbone of our economy. We are hopeful that this fund will further empower them to succeed and drive economic growth, creating jobs and opportunities for all Nigerians.”

Echoing the sentiment, Sinmisola Nojimu-Yusuf, Product Marketing Manager and the Hustle Academy Program Lead at Google, said, “The Hustle Academy Fund provides SMBs with the resources and support they need to succeed. With equity-free funding, mentorship, and opportunities for increased visibility and networking, we are supporting SMBs to grow and thrive. We are committed to supporting the Nigerian entrepreneurial ecosystem, and the Hustle Academy Fund is a key part of that commitment.

Eligibility 

To be eligible for the Hustle Academy SMB Fund, businesses must be Nigerian-founded, operating within Nigeria for 1-5 years, and have a clear and scalable business plan. 

They should have a track record of commitment to growth, operate in sectors aligned with the digital economy or have a digital enablement strategy, and, while not mandatory, previous participation in the Hustle Academy program is an added advantage.

How to apply

Applications for the Hustle Academy Fund are open from Thursday, September 28 to close on Thursday, October 12, 2023. For detailed insights into the fund and application procedures, visit the site.

 

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