Timeline

Key dates

Every date in West Africa Time (WAT). If a date changes, it changes here first and we email everyone affected.

Closes Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 11:59 pm WAT.

Tue 20 Oct
Applications open
Create an account, verify your email and start your application.
Tue 10 Nov11:59 pm WAT
Applications close
The form locks automatically at 11:59 pm WAT. Late applications cannot be accepted.
Fri 13 Nov
Selection announced
Every applicant hears by email. Selected applicants have 48 hours to accept.
Sat 14 Nov
Session 1, online
Business clarity and structure, followed by the first task.
Sat 21 Nov
Session 2, online
Formalisation, followed by the second task.
Sat 28 Nov
Session 3, online
Showcase preparation, followed by the third task. Points lock after its deadline.
About Tue 1 Dec
Top 10 announced
The ten participants with the most points are invited to pitch.
Sat 5 Dec
Business & Entrepreneurship Expo, Jos
Pitch day for the top 10, and a showcase for participants.

BOF is a growing non-profit, and BSEP26 runs within available resources. Places are limited, and dates or format may change.