Gigbanc, a Nigerian fintech startup, has unveiled its Global Talent Fellowship, a new initiative designed to help African freelancers and digital creators break into the global market and earn sustainable incomes from international gigs.
The 12-week fellowship, aims to equip 20 top African talents in design, coding, and content creation with the mentorship, skills, and exposure needed to secure projects worth $3,000 or more monthly.
Paul Omoregie, CEO of Gigbanc noted that the fellowship seeks to bridge the gap between Africa’s growing freelance community and global demand for digital talent.
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“Africa is full of extraordinary talent. What has been missing is the bridge—the opportunity that matches global demand and the mentors who show the way,” Omoregie said. “The Gigbanc Global Talent Fellowship is that bridge.”
Participants will receive one-on-one guidance from global industry experts, work on real-world client projects, and join a peer community focused on reinvesting their earnings locally by hiring collaborators or launching ventures.
Applications are now open with selections based on proven skills and potential for impact. Only 20 fellows will be chosen for the inaugural cohort, and interest is already high. The application deadline is November 15, 2025.
The launch coincides with the company’s upcoming flagship event, Gigconnect 2025, a free one-day networking and learning experience scheduled for Saturday, October 25.
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The event aims to bring together remote workers, content creators, and tech entrepreneurs for a day of workshops, expert panels, and career opportunities designed to help Africans scale their freelance and remote careers globally.
Attendees can take part in the Gig Hustle Challenge, a 60-second pitch competition offering cash prizes and mentorship, plus speed networking sessions to connect freelancers with potential clients.
Habeeb Ajijola, Gigbanc’s head of marketing, described the initiative as part of a larger vision to democratise access to global opportunities.
“The fellowship isn’t just to train people; our aim is to be the catalyst that democratises global opportunities for Africans,” he said.
