The e-MOVE ComCashew 2026 opportunity is open to young and emerging entrepreneurs with innovative ideas in the cashew value chain. Selected winners can receive €2,000 in direct business funding or practical business support such as a laptop, tablet or software.
The programme also provides free online training. Therefore, applicants can improve their business knowledge while preparing their ideas for submission.
What Programme Is This?
The e-MOVE programme is an initiative of MOVE-ComCashew, implemented by GIZ through its agricultural value-chain programmes.
It helps young entrepreneurs develop innovative and climate-smart businesses within the cashew sector. The programme combines free online learning with an opportunity to submit a business idea for possible support.
According to the official programme page, the current submission window runs from September to October 2026.
Who Is Eligible?
Applicants must meet the following basic conditions:
- Be 18 years or older.
- Be an emerging or young agripreneur.
- Have an innovative business idea.
- Ensure the idea relates to the cashew value chain.
- Be based in an eligible OACPS member state.
You do not need to have a university degree to enter.
What Country or Region Is Eligible?
The opportunity is open to applicants living in a member state of the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS).
Therefore, eligible entrepreneurs across Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific can apply if they meet the other requirements.
Nigeria is an OACPS member state, so Nigerian entrepreneurs can apply.
What Does the Programme Cover?
The opportunity focuses on innovative ideas across the cashew value chain.
Your idea may address areas such as:
- Cashew production
- Processing
- Marketing
- Value addition
- Agribusiness services
- Climate-smart agriculture
- Other innovative activities connected to cashew
The programme aims to help promising ideas become more investment-ready and resilient.
What Are the Academic Requirements?
There is no specific academic qualification stated as a requirement.
In other words, applicants do not need to hold a bachelor’s degree, HND or other university qualification to participate.
However, applicants must complete the required e-MOVE learning pathway before submitting their business idea.
The two mandatory courses are:
- Introduction to Conservation Agriculture
- Creating an Investment-Ready Agribusiness
The courses are available online and free of charge.
What Documents or Information Are Required?
Applicants need to complete the required online training and obtain the certificate ID from the Creating an Investment-Ready Agribusiness course.
You will also need to prepare an AgriCanvas based on the Business Model Canvas.
The submission form asks for information about:
- Your business idea
- Climate-smart or resilience features
- Revenue model
- Estimated capital needed to start or scale the project
- Your valid course certificate ID
The completed AgriCanvas must be entered directly into the official submission form.
When Is the Deadline?
The deadline for the current submission window is:
October 30, 2026.
Applicants should complete the required courses early. This gives you enough time to develop your AgriCanvas and submit the final application before the closing date.
How Do I Apply?
The application process involves four main steps:
Step 1: Register on atingi
Create an account on the atingi learning platform or access the dedicated e-MOVE learning page.
Step 2: Complete the Required Courses
Complete the two mandatory courses:
- Introduction to Conservation Agriculture
- Creating an Investment-Ready Agribusiness
Step 3: Develop Your AgriCanvas
Use the Business Model Canvas provided by the programme to explain your business idea, customers, revenue model and growth plans.
Step 4: Submit Your Idea
Enter your completed AgriCanvas and other requested information into the official submission form.
Only submissions made through the official form will be considered.
Where Is the Official Application?
Applicants should use the official MOVE-ComCashew e-MOVE page for the application process.
The official page also provides information about the required courses, eligibility, submission process and terms and conditions.
What Are the Benefits?
Successful applicants can receive one of the following kickstart prizes:
- €2,000 in direct business funding
- A laptop
- A tablet
- Software to support business operations
Beyond the prizes, the programme also provides valuable learning. Participants can gain knowledge in areas such as agribusiness, conservation agriculture and investment readiness.
The programme is particularly interested in ideas that can support climate-smart and resilient practices in the cashew value chain.
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