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Deadline: February 2, 2026
The Women In Africa (WIA) Women for Zero Hunger Program 2026 is a flagship initiative that supports nonprofit organisations and social enterprises working to combat hunger, food insecurity, and malnutrition across Africa. Spearheaded by Women In Africa (WIA)—a leading pan-African platform dedicated to women’s economic empowerment—the program aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goal 2: Zero Hunger.
The Women for Zero Hunger Program focuses on scalable, community-driven solutions that improve access to nutritious food, strengthen agricultural value chains, empower women farmers, and promote sustainable food systems. The initiative prioritises projects led by women and girls, or that significantly benefit them, recognising their critical role in food production, nutrition, and household resilience.
Selected organisations gain access to financial support, technical assistance, visibility, and strategic partnerships, helping them scale their impact and reach underserved communities.
Benefits
Nonprofit organisations selected for the WIA Women for Zero Hunger Program 2026 will benefit from:
- Financial grants to support or scale hunger-related projects
- Capacity-building support, including mentoring and technical guidance
- Increased visibility through WIA’s global and African networks
- Opportunities for partnerships with the private sector, donors, and policymakers
- Participation in WIA events, forums, and advocacy platforms
- Strengthened organisational credibility and long-term sustainability
Beyond funding, the program positions beneficiaries as key contributors to Africa’s food security agenda.
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Women for Zero Hunger Program 2026, applicants must:
- Be a registered nonprofit organisation or social enterprise
- Operate within Africa or have a strong Africa-focused mandate
- Implement projects addressing food security, nutrition, sustainable agriculture, or hunger eradication
- Demonstrate a clear gender-inclusive or women-led approach
- Show measurable impact and potential for scalability
- Have transparent governance and financial management structures
Organisations at both early and growth stages are encouraged to apply.
Application Process and Documents Required
The Women for Zero Hunger selection process is designed to combine rigor, transparency, and capacity-building:
- Expression of Interest (short online form – 10–15 minutes)
- Capacity building webinars for shortlisted organisations
- Full application submission
- Due diligence and interviews
- Final jury and selection of laureates
This progressive approach ensures that organisations are supported throughout the process while maintaining high-impact standards.
Organisations interested in applying are strongly encouraged to review the full programme page before submitting their Expression of Interest.
