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FATE Foundation is a non-profit private-sector led organisation created in March 2000 to tackle the high rate of unemployment and poverty in Nigeria by harnessing the strong entrepreneurial culture of Nigerians and providing the knowledge and support required to fully explore their innovative potential.
Overview
Location
Nigeria
Phone
+234 701 130 5444
Total raised
$4M
Founded date
2000
Funding Rounds 1
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Mentions in press and media 12
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| Dec 14, 2025 | Nigeria: Fate Foundation Gets $4m Support From Google to Launch Advanced Ai Upskilling Programme in Ssa | FATE Foundation has announced a significant multi-country partnership with the African Institute of Mathematical Sciences (AIMS), supported by Google.org with $4 million in funding. This funding, aligning with Google.org's focus on Knowledg... |
| Sep 16, 2025 | FATE Foundation announces the 10th FATE Business Conference: “The AI Powered Business” | FATE Foundation is pleased to announce the 10th FATE Business Conference, themed “The AI Powered Business,” scheduled to take place on Friday, September 26, 2025, at the Balmoral Convention Center in Lagos. This year’s conference promises t... |
| Sep 9, 2025 | GITEX NIGERIA: Lagos Deputy Governor Hails Entrepreneurs Shaping Digital Future | GITEX NIGERIA Startup Festival cast a unique global spotlight on the profound influence of emerging entrepreneurs across Nigeria & Africa Supernova Challenge finals also headlined the third & final day of GITEX NIGERIA 2025 – Curace... |
| Jul 3, 2025 | Akinwande Akinsulire: The digital architect igniting Africa’s future | By Victoria Effiong Africa’s entrepreneurial landscape is brimming with untapped potential, but unlocking it requires visionaries who can bridge the gap between ambition and opportunity. Few understand this better than Akinwande Akinsulire,... |
| Jun 16, 2025 | From Bartender to Global Tech Leader: Talosmart Wins Prestigious Innovation Award | Lagos, Nigeria — June 2025 In a celebration of Nigerian ingenuity and global ambition, Talosmart Technologies has been awarded the 2025 Made in Nigeria Award for Outstanding Excellence in Home Grown Technology and Innovation. This prestigio... |
| Oct 23, 2024 | Tech Summit Ogun 2024: A Resounding Success! | Tech Summit Ogun is an annual event that brings together innovators, entrepreneurs, thought leaders and tech enthusiasts to drive innovation, tackle challenges, and empower everyone with the necessary information to thrive in the tech indus... |
| Aug 8, 2024 | Dr. Obadare Peter Adewale Appointed Professor of Practice at Miva Open University | LAGOS; AUGUST 08, 2024: The Founder and Chief Visionary Officer, Digital Encode Limited, Forbes Best of Africa Outstanding Digital Trust Leader, Dr. Obadare Peter Adewale, has been appointed as the first Professor of Practice (Cybersecurity... |
| Nov 18, 2021 | FATE Foundation launches the 2021 State of Entrepreneurship in Nigeria Report | --> --> FATE Foundation, Nigeria’s leading non-profit, promoting business and entrepreneurial development in Nigeria, launched her maiden State of Entrepreneurship Report during her 7 the Annual Policy Dialogue Series on Entrepreneurs... |
| May 2, 2018 | Opportunities Weekly: Young money business pitch competition, DEMO Africa 2018, GE garage Lagos and more | Share this article: This week we’ve curated a list of opportunities flying across the globe for Africa entrepreneurs, businesses and startups. Dig into them and be sure to apply for opportunities that suit you most. Young Money Business Pit... |
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FAQ about FATE Foundation
When was FATE Foundation founded?
FATE Foundation was founded in 2000.
How much funding has FATE Foundation raised?
FATE Foundation has raised $4M in total across 1 funding round.
What has the press written about FATE Foundation?
Parsers VC has collected 12 articles mentioning FATE Foundation, among them “Nigeria: Fate Foundation Gets $4m Support From Google to Launch Advanced Ai Upskilling Programme in Ssa” (Dec 14, 2025) and “FATE Foundation announces the 10th FATE Business Conference: “The AI Powered Business”” (Sep 16, 2025).
Is FATE Foundation still active?
Yes, FATE Foundation is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Aug 17, 2026.