A new initiative is making waves in Nigeria by focusing on empowering young people, particularly young women, in agriculture.

The Songhai/Mastercard Youth Agricultural Empowerment Scheme is designed to equip over 3,000 young Nigerians with the skills they need to thrive in the agricultural sector over the next three years.

The program is committed to training young women to make up 70% of its participants, preparing them to become modern farm managers, technicians, and agro-entrepreneurs.

What’s on Offer?

The partnership is kicking off with a three-month training program that will cover essential topics in agribusiness.

This program aims to unlock opportunities for African youth, with a vision for the next decade focused on creating sustainable agricultural enterprises.

The training will give participants hands-on experience in farming, along with the technical skills needed to succeed in the modern agricultural economy.

How to Get Involved

Applications are now open for this exciting opportunity! The three-month Boot Camp will teach sustainable farming techniques and provide real-world experience for those looking to build a career as a farm manager, technician, or agro-entrepreneur.

If you’re passionate about agriculture and want to level up your technical skills or grow your agribusiness, this is your chance to be part of the green economy of tomorrow!