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Privacy & Data Protection

The Young Africa Innovates (YAI) programme is committed to protecting your personal information. By completing this form, you agree that the information you provide — including your name, contact details, and business data — will be used by UNDP and the Mastercard Foundation solely for the following purposes:

  • Programme Improvement: To improve the quality of support we provide to young innovators.
  • Reporting: To share anonymized success stories and data about the programme’s reach.
  • Impact Tracking: To understand how the YAI programme has supported your innovation and employment status.

Your data is stored securely and will not be shared with unauthorized third parties. You have the right to ask for your information to be updated or removed from our active database at any time.

Do you consent to provide your information for these purposes?*

Personal Information

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Gender*
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Marital Status*

Socio-Demographic Information

Do you have a disability?*
If yes, please select what disability you have*
Current employment status*

Solution Submission

Is your solution a) for-profit or b) a non-profit venture?*
Business Type
Where are you currently with your idea?*
How long have you had this idea/solution?*
Have you received any financial support for your idea, solution, or innovation?*
If yes, please share how much (Naira)
Is this a registered business?*

Proof of Concept

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Capacity and Support

What might make it difficult for you to join this programme fully? (Tick as many as apply)
Do you commit to participating fully in the programme's bootcamp and incubation activities if you are selected?*

Programme Awareness Channel

How did you find out about the Young Africa Innovates Programme?*

  • About Us

    The Young Africa Innovates Programme is a partnership between Mastercard Foundation and the United Nations Development Programme that seeks to identify, incubate, and scale youth-led solutions that drive socio-economic development across Nigeria.

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