Aug10Ford Training

29/07/2026

So excited to share the news of our first four winners!

29/07/2026

We have our first 4. 🎉

Congratulations to the inaugural AUGTENFORD Training cohort 1, selected from a competitive pool of applicants at our pitching event in Lusaka.

→Ecobite Vegan Foods - a plant-based food manufacturing company producing affordable vegan sausages, polony, burger patties, and other meat-alternative products for the Zambian market

→Draxford Technologies Limited - a generative-AI company for education, building tools for every level of the system — from the classroom teacher to the district education office

→Ntolo Recycling Limited - collects and processes plastic waste into PET flakes for local and international markets. It supports the circular economy by reducing pollution ,creating jobs, and turning waste into raw materials

→Code and Play Studios - a STEM and technology education company dedicated to inspiring the next generation of innovators through robotics, coding, engineering, and creative technology

The journey starts now. We couldn't be more proud.

We’d like to thank 30Thirty Capital, BongoHive and UNILUS for bringing this all together.

15/07/2026

They applied. They were reviewed. And they made it. 🎉

We're proud to announce the Top 12 that make up the inaugural finalists of AUGTENFORD Training Cohort 1 — chosen from 69 applications across Zambia.

→Green Giraffe Zambia Limited — an agricultural intelligence and traceability platform that helps food companies and buyers work with smallholder farmers

→Draxford Technologies Limited — a generative-AI company for education, building tools for every level of the system — from the classroom teacher to the district education office

→Greenway Solutions — a climate-tech enterprise converting agricultural and municipal waste into affordable, tree-free briquettes for households and small businesses in Lusaka and Kafue District

→Umodoro Biotech — a clean energy company transforming organic waste into affordable biogas for small-scale food vendors in urban markets

→Virgin Green Renewable Energy Limited — converts biomass waste into clean charcoal briquettes, and wood vinegar, recycled scrap metals into energy-efficient cookstoves, that provide affordable and sustainable cooking solutions for households and small businesses in Zambia

→Code and Play Studios — a STEM and technology education company dedicated to inspiring the next generation of innovators through robotics, coding, engineering, and creative technology

→EcoHive Energy Systems Limited — a clean energy company focused on delivering reliable, affordable, and sustainable power solutions for homes, businesses, institutions, and underserved communities

→Medi Access Solutions — a healthcare access and innovation initiative focused on helping underserved and informally employed populations access affordable, quality healthcare services through sustainable financing models, coordinated provider networks, and community-centered support systems

→The Weight Loss Clinic — a doctor-led health and wellness company helping people achieve sustainable weight loss through evidence-based nutrition, behaviour change and lifestyle interventions

→Ntolo Recycling Limited — collects and processes plastic waste into PET flakes for local and international markets. It supports the circular economy by reducing pollution ,creating jobs, and turning waste into raw materials

→Ecobite Vegan Foods — a plant-based food manufacturing company producing affordable vegan sausages, polony, burger patties, and other meat-alternative products for the Zambian market

→Zeds Career First Software Engineering Firm Limited — a technology company focused on building AI-powered software products that solve high-impact problems across finance, education, and enterprise sectors

These founders will now move into pitch training with BongoHive before the final pitching event on 24 July in Lusaka, where the best 4 will be selected for 24 month of full support. Congratulations to all 12. And to everyone who applied, thank you. This is only the beginning.

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19/06/2026

Don’t miss the opportunity!

⏳ Only 2 days left to apply!

Ready to take your business to the next level?

The AUGTENFORD Training Programme equips innovators and early-stage businesses with the practical skills, mentorship, and support needed to grow with confidence.

If you’re looking to strengthen your business model, unlock new opportunities, and accelerate your journey from idea to impact, this programme was built for you.

Don’t miss the chance to learn, connect, and grow alongside other ambitious founders.

Apply now before applications close!
🔗:https://ideaspring.co.zm/aug10ford/move-your-start-up-to-the-next-level

16/06/2026

4 days left.

If you've been waiting for the right moment to apply — this is it. AUGTENFORD Training applications close 20 June 2026.

Apply via BongoHive: https://smpl.is/ajuz9

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10/06/2026

Before you apply — ask yourself these 5 questions.

Most founders are too close to their own business to see it the way an investor or selection panel would. That's completely normal. But before you apply to AUGTENFORD, it's worth stepping back.

💡 What problem am I actually solving — and do my customers agree?
💡 Who is my real customer, and have I spoken to them recently?
💡 What would it take to double my revenue in the next 12 months?
💡 Where does my business break down when I'm not there?
💡 Am I ready to be challenged — not just supported?

If these questions made you think, that's a good sign. AUGTENFORD is for founders who are ready to look at their business honestly and build something that lasts.

Applications close 20th June 2026.

Apply via BongoHive: https://smpl.is/ajuz7

04/06/2026

Planning to apply for AUGTENFORD Training? Read this first.

Here are five things that make the difference between an application that gets noticed — and one that doesn't.

→ Be specific about the problem you're solving, not just in general terms but in Zambia's context.
→ Show evidence. Sales, pilots, feedback — anything that proves your idea has met the real world.
→ Know your basic numbers. Costs, pricing, break-even. You don't need perfection — just clarity.
→ Be honest about what you need help with. That's what the programme is for.
→ Answer every question fully. Incomplete applications don't progress.

The strongest applications aren't the most impressive — they're the most honest and the most thought through.

Deadline: 20 June 2026.
Apply via BongoHive: https://smpl.is/ajuz5

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30/05/2026

27/05/2026

What does AUGTENFORD actually look for in an applicant?

We get asked this a lot, so here's the honest answer. Every application is evaluated across seven areas: how well you understand the problem you're solving, the strength of your business model, your market knowledge and early traction, your team, your social impact, your financial understanding, and your ability to communicate your vision.The biggest weight goes to Business Model & Sustainability, because a great idea needs a viable path to survive and grow.If your start-up is already operational, has revenue or proof of concept, and you're ready to commit to 24 months of structured growth, we want to hear from you.

Apply via BongoHive: https://smpl.is/ajvm8 Deadline: 20 June 2026

22/05/2026

What does 24 months of AUGTENFORD support actually include? A lot more than most people expect.

Financial management. HR. Marketing. Compliance. Mentoring. Investor readiness. And a network that opens doors.

Only 4 start-ups are selected per cohort. Deadline: 20 June 2026.

Apply via BongoHive: https://smpl.is/ajuyy