ECoWYERT Fellowship Program in Zimbabwe | Call for Applications

Applications are open for the ECoWYERT Program in Zimbabwe. UNDP leads this initiative with Mastercard Foundation partnership. It trains young people, traders, and enterprises for regional trade. The program runs across six African countries from 2025 to 2030.

Program Snapshot

• Host Organization: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
• Funding Partner: Mastercard Foundation
• Cost and Stipend: Not specified by the organizers
• Format: Practical, market-focused training by participant category
• Eligibility: Youth, traders, and enterprises at different business stages
• Application Deadline: Rolling basis, with no fixed closing date

Focus Areas

• Employability, entrepreneurship, and business management skills
• Financial literacy and record-keeping
• Digital business tools and marketing
• Export readiness and AfCFTA regional trade opportunities

About the Programme

ECoWYERT strengthens women and youth-led enterprises for regional trade. The COMESA Federation of Women in Business helps implement the programme. Training adapts to each participant’s business or employment stage. Applicants choose one of four categories matching their current situation.

What Participants Gain

Participants gain practical skills in business planning and financial management. They also learn marketing, customer development, and digital selling tools. Training covers business formalisation and cross-border trade basics. Participants additionally learn about regional market opportunities under the AfCFTA.

Who Can Apply

New-to-Trade Youth aged 16–35 may apply, including those not in school or work. Existing Traders include sole traders and small-scale cross-border traders. Growing Trade Enterprises cover micro, small, and home-based businesses. Scaling Trade Enterprises include medium-sized, formal, and growth-oriented businesses.

Required Materials

Applicants complete the official application form with accurate, complete information. They must select the category matching their current business stage. Only shortlisted applicants receive contact from the organizers.

How to Apply

Complete the online application form. Applications are received on a rolling basis.

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Conclusion

This programme offers practical trade training for Zimbabwe’s youth and small businesses. Its four-category structure helps participants find training matching their stage. Because applications are rolling, early submissions may improve consideration chances. Confirm costs, support, and selection details through UNDP Zimbabwe’s official page.

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