Answers to common questions.
Find answers to the most common questions about Zimalek Foundation, our programmes, registration and partnerships.
About Zimalek Foundation
Zimalek Foundation is an African development foundation focused on empowering individuals and communities through four development pillars: enterprise development, education and skills development, community resilience and sustainable development. We work to unlock human potential and create sustainable economic and social opportunity across Africa.
We operate across Africa.
Yes, Zimalek Foundation is registered as a charity organization in Nigeria.
Zimalek Foundation is funded through a combination of grants, philanthropic donations, corporate partnerships and programme fees.
Registration & Membership
Registration is open to individuals, entrepreneurs, community members, volunteers, partner organisations and supporters who want to connect with Zimalek Foundation’s programmes, events and opportunities across Africa.
Yes — registration with Zimalek Foundation is completely free.
You will receive a confirmation email. Depending on your interests and user type, you will receive updates about relevant programmes, events and opportunities.
Registration connects you with the Zimalek Foundation community and keeps you informed about opportunities. Access to specific programmes may depend on eligibility criteria, capacity and availability.
Yes — select ‘Partner Organisation’ as your registration type. For full partnership enquiries, visit the Partnerships page.
Yes — you can unsubscribe at any time via the link in any email we send, or by contacting us directly.
Programmes & Development Pillars
Zimalek Foundation’s work is organised around four development pillars: (1) Enterprise Development — empowering entrepreneurs, MSMEs and innovators; (2) Education & Skills Development — digital literacy, leadership and lifelong learning; (3) Community Resilience — locally driven initiatives that strengthen communities; (4) Sustainable Development — climate action, conservation and green enterprise.
Programmes are open to individuals, entrepreneurs, community leaders and organisations across Africa. Eligibility criteria vary — check specific programme pages for details.
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We deliver programmes through a combination of in-person, online and hybrid formats.
Programme duration varies from single-day workshops to multi-month structured programmes.
Partnerships & Support
Zimalek Foundation welcomes partnerships with governments, development agencies, foundations, corporations, academic institutions and community organisations. To start a partnership conversation, complete the partnership enquiry form on the Partnerships page or contact us directly.
Partnerships can take many forms — programme co-design, funding, knowledge sharing, joint implementation, research, advocacy or capacity building. Every partnership is tailored to what both parties can contribute and what communities need. Visit the Partnerships page for more information.
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Register as a volunteer using the registration form on the Register page — select ‘Volunteer / Supporter’ as your registration type.
Visit the Contact page to send a message or find our contact details. We aim to respond within 3 working days.
Impact & Accountability
Zimalek Foundation tracks impact across seven dimensions: entrepreneurs supported, youth equipped with future-ready skills, women economically empowered, communities reached, strategic partnerships established, sustainable development projects implemented, and jobs and livelihoods enabled.
Visit the Our Impact page for impact figures and case studies. Impact reports and additional documentation will be made available as they are produced and approved for publication.
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If your question isn’t answered above, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch and we’ll respond within 3 working days.
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