Fintech startup Gigbanc launched its Global Talent Fellowship on Monday, October 20, 2025, aiming to equip 20 top African freelancers and digital creators with skills and networks to secure global gigs worth $3,000 or more monthly.
The 12-week programme targets young professionals in fields like design, coding, and content creation who have strong portfolios but struggle with international visibility. Participants will receive one-on-one mentorship from global industry leaders and tackle real client projects. They can join a community focused on reinvesting earnings locally—such as hiring peers or launching ventures.
What the Gigbanc Global Talent Fellowship is About
Paul Omoregie, Gigbanc’s CEO, said the fellowship addresses a key gap. “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 stated in a release. “The Gigbanc Global Talent Fellowship is that bridge.”
Applications are open now at www.gigbanc.co, with selection based on proven skills and potential impact. Only 20 fellows will join the inaugural cohort, and interest has already surged, according to company officials.
Gigbanc, known for its cross-border payment tools and virtual dollar cards, built the programme to support its user base of gig workers. Habeeb Ajijola, head of marketing, emphasised the broader goal. “The fellowship isn’t just to train people; our aim is to be the catalyst that democratises global opportunities for Africans,” Ajijola said.
The initiative comes as Africa’s gig economy grows rapidly to tackle youth unemployment and curtail restiveness. Yet many freelancers earn far below global rates due to limited access to international clients and payment systems.
Fellows commit to a “multiplier effect,” using their new earnings to uplift communities, hiring collaborators, or mentoring others. This aligns with Gigbanc’s mission to foster sustainable careers amid rising remote work demand.
Founded in 2022, Gigbanc has processed millions in payouts for African independents, helping them bypass forex hurdles. The fellowship expands that support into career acceleration.
(The deadline for applications is November 15, 2025. Applicants can also follow updates on X at @gigbanc)
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