BIS Grant which stand for Business Idea Startup is empowerment initiated by the United Nation Africa to help empower 5,000 entrepreneurs on over 54 member countries.

SPBO is excited to announce to the public that BIS Grant 2021 has kicked-started and interested applicants are encouraged to apply for the programme.

The United Nations for Africa will be granted a whopping $25,000 to entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas, excellent startups and growing businesses. This means if you already have an existing business with a good excellent business idea, you are not exempted to apply.

Also, if you do not currently have any business doing, or have not opened any business anywhere but you have an idea of a business startup, the business you think can pave the way and impact the community at large, you can utilize this opportunity and apply for the BIS Grant 2021 application.

If you are among the 54 member countries of the United Nations you are eligible to apply for the BIS Grant 2021. You may not be able to apply if your country is not listed under the 54 member country of the United Nations.

Applications will be collected and out of it, 5,000 participants would be selected to receive a grant of $25,000 in cash and $10,000 for training. It is important to know that only those selected will be granted this cash and you should not pay money to anyone promising you that your name will be included in the list.

The BIS Grant 2021 is based on merit and only applicants with the best business ideas will be selected for the grant disbursement. You must also be at least 16 and 65 years at the time of filling the application and you must possess a valid national means of identification to be eligible to apply for the BIS Grant.

The Business idea Startup is initiated to empower Africans to survive in a daunting economy by equipping them with training, mentorship and financial capital.

The application process is categorized into three stages as outlined below:

Application Stage

The application stage is the first stage of the programme, applicants will be required to fill an online application form, after which you will receive a positive or negative reply from the assessment team regarding your application submission.

Interview Stage

This stage is for those who receive a positive reply from the assessment team, you will undergo a virtual interview with the United Nations Assessment Team. This time will be disclosed to you via your email address.

Verification Stage

The verification stage is the stage where applicants will be screened based on the identifications they have provided during the point of registering for the online BIS grant 2021, all your documents must be verified before any disbursement can be initiated to your account.

Selection Expo for the BIS Grant 2021

I tagged it Expo because if you follow exactly what is stated here, you will be selected for the application and be on your way smiling to your local bank to get your fund why you enjoy your business infrastructure.

There are 4 things you should put into consideration when applying for the Business Idea Startup 2021. These include:

1. Integrity: You must be honest when hones while filling the online application, make sure the information submit is accurate and to the best of your knowledge to avoid being dropped out from the programme.
2. Team Work: Every good business requires a team; team work is the ultimate criteria for developing a standard business. Make sure you and your team is equipped with the exquisite foundation and knowledge for the business idea submitted. Explain why you and your team are best equipped to execute the business idea, startup or growing business.
3. Financials: In the course of filling your application, explain how the BIS Grant will help you grow your business idea, startup or growing business in a clear and distinctive measure.
4. Broad Impact: This is very important, make sure you explain how the Grant funds will be beneficial to your community at large not just your business.

Who is Eligible to Apply for the BIS Grant 2021?

Your age must fall between 16 and 65 years as at the time of filling the application

Citizenship: You must be a citizen from any of the United Nations Africa country

Education: You must have at least completed high school or secondary school as the case may be.

Gadget: Applicant must have a gadget device to be able to join the online virtual interview when slated.

How to Apply for the BIS Grant 2021

Make sure all application is submitted online and the official website of the United Nations.

Also, you will have the option to choose between “Inceptor” and “Custodian”. The Inceptor cadre describes someone who has an idea, objective and plan but is yet to initiate the business idea while a Custodian is someone who already owns and manages a business either as a startup or a growing business.

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Fill the form as described by the placeholders accurately and submit it for approval. Applicants with positive replies should prepare perfectly for an online interview.

Closing Date:

Friday, 24th September 2021.

Interested applicants should visit the link to apply.

We have taken time to write about the business you can start up with as a student or employee, if you are an employee and you are looking for ways to make money online, you can take a look at some of the articles we have written from the opportunity categories.

If also, you have a business idea, you think is worthwhile for sponsorship, you can use our contact us details to reach us and we would be glad to help you succeed by providing you with financial capital to startup or expand your business idea.

NOTE: Disregard any person impersonating to be a member of the United Nations start or affiliated to the BIS Grant 2021. Do not pay money to anyone promising your frivolous benefits as the United Nations will never ask you money in other to be a beneficiary.

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