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  • Deji Alli Young Talent Award 2025 for Young Nigerian (Up to #12million)

    Deji Alli Young Talent Award 2025 for Young Nigerian (Up to #12million)

    Deji Alli Young Talent Award 2025 for Young Nigerians (Up to #12million)

    The Deji Alli ARM Young Talent Award (DAAYTA) marks its 10th anniversary this year, celebrating a decade of empowering young Nigerian entrepreneurs.

    Established by ARM in 2015 in honour of its founding CEO, Deji Alli, DAAYTA aims to provide young Nigerians with an opportunity to develop innovative start-up ventures that contribute to Nigeria’s economic growth.

    The Deji Alli ARM Young Talent Award is an ARM initiative in partnership with TechnoVision’s TVC Labs that aims at providing young Nigerians with an opportunity to develop innovative start-up ventures that add sustainable economic value to Nigeria.

    The DAAYTA 2025 initiative is in line with ARM’s commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) to build a generation of change leaders who will work together to build a better future.

    It combines innovation and impact in perfect alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and seeks to support innovative thinkers with business ideas that intentionally create a positive societal impact while generating a financial return and driving economic growth.

    Summary of the Deji Alli Young Talent Award 2025

    • Type: Award
    • Sponsor: Deji Alli ARM Young Talent Award(DAAYTA)
    • Duration: 4 – 5 Months
    • Eligible Country: Nigeria
    • Benefits: Win up to #12 million funding
    • Deadline January 14, 2025

    Eligibility Requirements for the Deji Alli Young Talent Award 2025

    Applicant must:

    • Be a citizen of Nigeria
    • Be between 18 and 35 years of age
    • Submit their application which must be their original work
    • Have an MVP (minimum viable product) i.e. you have customers
    • Must be a limited liability company duly incorporated in Nigeria
    • Must be operating the company on a full-time basis
    • Must commit to be physically available to fully participate in the DAAYTA programs and activities – Entrepreneurial education programme at the Pan Atlantic University’s Enterprise Development Centre in Lagos, Nigeria
    • Must commit to be available (physically or virtually) to participate in the 5-month acceleration support for the development of their venture
    • Be able to fund his/her/team’s travel expenses and other associated costs if required
    • Be physically available (with co-founders/team where they exist) for the 2-day Pitch Workshop and Final Pitch Event scheduled for April 9 – 10, 2025
    • Understand the business of ARM, what we stand for, and
    • Be ready to represent ARM as an Ambassador

    Benefits of the Deji Alli Young Talent Award 2025

    The winner of DAAYTA 2025 shall, subject to the Terms & Conditions, receive funding of #12,000,000 (twelve million naira) over one (1) year for the following purposes:

    • Contribution to working capital.
    • Participation in an entrepreneurial education program at the Pan Atlantic University’s Enterprise Development Centre in Lagos, Nigeria. (duration is 4 – 5 months)
    • 5-month acceleration support services for the development of their venture by TVC Labs.

    Deadline: January 14, 2025

    Apply Here for Deji Alli Young Talent Award 2025

     

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  • 10th Pan African Re/Insurance Journalism Awards 2025 for Africans

    10th Pan African Re/Insurance Journalism Awards 2025 for Africans

    10th Pan African Re/Insurance Journalism Awards 2025 for Africans

    Continental Reinsurance Plc, a leading Pan-African reinsurer, is proud to announce the launch of the 10th edition of the Pan African Re/Insurance Journalism Awards (2025), marking a decade of recognizing journalistic talent and excellence within the re/insurance industry.

    The longest-running award program dedicated to excellence in re/insurance journalism across Africa is now open for entries.

    These prestigious awards celebrate the critical efforts of journalists who highlight key issues and developments in the insurance industry across the continent.

    The awards are open to print, online and broadcast journalists from across Africa who have published articles or features related to insurance and reinsurance in English, French, and Arabic languages.

    The categories in the 2025 awards are:

    • Best Re/Insurance Print Article English
    • Best Re/Insurance Online Article English
    • Best Re/Insurance Broadcast Article English
    • Best Re/Insurance French Entry Print, Broadcast or Online
    • Best Re/Insurance Arabic Entry
    • Print, Broadcast or Online

    Summary of the 10th Pan African Re/Insurance Journalism Awards 2025

    • Type: Award, Grant
    • Sponsor: Continental Reinsurance
    • Eligible Countries: African Countries
    • Benefits: Travel costs, Accommodations, Award titles for professional development
    • Deadline: Not Specified

    Benefits/Guidelines for 10th Pan African Re/Insurance Journalism Awards 2025

    • Award recipients are recognised at the Awards Ceremony to be held alongside an industry event and will receive a complimentary invitation to the event (health and government restrictions permitting).
    • The cost of travel and hotel accommodation will be borne by Continental Re.
    • The names and photos of the award recipients and the awards that they have won will be published in Continental Re’s literature and online channels to celebrate the achievements of the award winners.
    • Recipients may use their award titles for their own professional development.

    Participation Instructions for the 10th Pan African Re/Insurance Journalism Awards 2025

    • Submission can be either a published article – print, online or broadcast (radio/television clip) in English, French or Arabic.
    • Only one article can be entered for each category.
    • Entrants must be journalists based in any African country.
    • The review period of the entries is 12 months leading up to the submission deadline date.

    Selection Process for 10th Pan African Re/Insurance Journalism Awards 2025

    • An international judging panel comprising industry experts and academics in journalism will review and select the winner entries.
    • The judging panel will evaluate all submitted material according to the quality of information and how it contributes to creating a better understanding of the benefits insurance can deliver to individuals, communities and societies at large.

    Method of Application for the 10th Pan African Re/Insurance Journalism Awards 2025

    • Include your name, media organisation, the publishing/broadcasting date, a brief profile together with details on your experience (50 – 100) and a photo.

    In case of any queries, contact Elsie Mbera on +254 20 5137701 or +254733780420 or: [email protected].

    Apply Here 10th Pan African Re/Insurance Journalism Awards 2025

     

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  • Cisco/Global Citizen Prize Youth Leadership Award 2025

    Cisco/Global Citizen Prize Youth Leadership Award 2025

    Cisco/Global Citizen Prize Youth Leadership Award 2025

    The Global Citizen Prize: Cisco Youth Leadership Award was established by Cisco and Global Citizen to recognize and lift up a young person positively impacting the world, demonstrate the impact that young people are having on achieving the United Nation’s Global Goals, and accelerate global problem solving.

    Summary of the Cisco/Global Citizen Prize Youth Leadership Award 2025

    • Type: Contest, Awards
    • Sponsor: Cisco
    • Eligible Countries: All Countries
    • Benefits: $250,000 prize, Awards
    • Deadline: December 18, 2024

    Requirements for the Cisco/Global Citizen Prize Youth Leadership Award 2025

    We are looking for a young person who is making extraordinary progress towards one or more of the Global Goals.

    applicants must meet the following requirements:

    • Age: Between 18 and 30 at the time of application.
    • Organization: Actively involved with an organization or initiative using technology to address poverty and social inequality issues.
    • Purpose: Proven commitment to positively impacting economic development, health, education, or other efforts aligned with the UN Global Goals.

    Benefits

    • The Global Citizen Prize: Cisco Youth Leadership Award honors an individual aged 18-30 who has contributed meaningfully to global problem solving.
    • The award includes a US$250,000 prize paid to the organization to which the individual contributes.

    Selection Process for the Cisco/Global Citizen Prize Youth Leadership Award 2025

    • Candidates will be judged against criteria by a group of Global Citizen, Cisco, and independent experts.
    • Up to five (5) finalists will be selected on or around February 2nd, 2025 and will be required to submit three (3) letters of recommendation.
    • If applying for the Prize, you should have your letters of recommendation ready for submission.
    • Additional supplemental information might also be requested of finalists.
    • If selected as one of the 5 finalists, you will be judged by a panel of representatives from Global Citizen, Cisco, and esteemed activists and leaders in the international development field.

    Required Documents for the Cisco/Global Citizen Prize Youth Leadership Award 2025

    If you are selected as one of the 5 finalists you will be contacted on or around February 3rd, 2025 to submit 3 letters of recommendation:

    3 Letters of endorsement / recommendation

    • A Colleague
    • A Funder or Operational Partner
    • Person you’ve impacted

    Once you apply for the Prize, you should have your letters of recommendation ready for submission. Supplemental information might also be requested of finalists.

    Finalists who are contacted and cannot provide letters of recommendation and supplemental information by the deadline may be removed from further consideration.

    If selected as a finalist, you will be provided with instructions on how to submit your letters of recommendation and supplemental information.

    Application Guidelines for Cisco/Global Citizen Prize Youth Leadership Award 2025

    The application consists of four parts:

    • About You: Personal and Organization Information,
    • Pitch
    • Description of how your work aligns with the Judging Criteria
    • Supplemental Organizational Details.

    For the first part, you will be required to submit basic information about you and your organization and a scanned copy of your passport.

    For the second part, you must explain why you deserve this award and provide us with a 1-2 minute video of your pitch.

    For the third part, you will be required to answer 5 short answer questions about your work and you will describe in 250 words or less, how you have achieved each one of the Prize’s criteria.

    And for the fourth part, you will submit proof of your organization’s registration details including the certificate of registration, incorporation or tax exemption and other supplemental information.

    Deadline: 18th December, 2024

    Apply Here for Cisco/Global Citizen Prize Youth Leadership Award 2025

     

  • New Media Writing Prize 2024 For Media Writers

    About the New Media Writing Prize 2024 For Media Writers

    The NMWP encourages and promotes the best in new-media writing and is leading the way toward the future of the ‘written’ word and interactive storytelling.

    The Competition is organised by the New Media Writing Prize CIC, with facilitation and sponsorship from the Bournemouth University Higher Education Corporation (“BU”) Faculty of Media and Communication, the University of Birmingham, One-toOne Development, Wonderbox Digital, and FIPP Media, with a generous donation from if:book UK/Chris Meade.

    Summary of the New Media Writing Prize 2024

    • Type: Contest, Awards
    • Sponsor: New Media Writing Prize
    • Eligible Countries: All Countries
    • Benefits: Money prizes, Membership
    • Deadline: February 1, 2025

    Requirements

    • Whether you’re a student, a professional, an artist, a writer, a developer, a designer or an enthusiast, the competition is open to all. It’s also an international competition, open to all outside the UK. Entries do need to be in English.
    • New Media Writing Prize is looking for good storytelling (fiction or non-fiction) written specifically for delivery and reading/viewing on a PC or Mac, the web, or a hand-held device such as an iPad or mobile phone.
    • It could be a short story, novel, poem, narrative game, documentary, or transmedia work using words, images, film or animation with audience interaction.
    • Interactivity is a key element of new-media storytelling.
    • New Media Writing Prize is looking for creativity, so try to be imaginative to create an engaging story i.e. combining any number of media elements, such as words on a screen combined with images and video clips.
    • New media writing can be created using a variety of tools i.e. a word processor, DV camera, social networking tools (i.e. Twitter), mobile phone/s, a scanner, Augmented Reality software – anything goes!
    • Criteria for all the categories:

    Innovative use of new (digital) media/transmedia to create an engaging, satisfying fictional or non-fictional narrative, poem, or other story form.

    Required Documents

    Each entry should contain the following information within the text of the online form:

    • title of the work.
    • Entrant’s contact details: name, email address, telephone number, city, and country. For joint entries, all entrants’ contact details must be provided with identification of the main entrant for contact purposes.
    • Access details, e.g. URL. If an app, we will need 6 free access codes for the judges. If sharing from cloud storage (e.g. Google Drive), you must ensure sharing permissions are set to “public” or “anyone with a link” or equivalent; we will not follow-up for access permissions.
    • If we cannot access the work, we will not judge it.
    • Entrant’s short biography (50-100 words). For joint entries, all entrants must provide their biographies.
    • Student entrants must provide a proof of identity which should be copied into the entry form, in the short biography section, e.g. a scan copy of entrant’s Student Union ID card or university enrolment number, which will be authenticated at the organiser’s discretion.
    • No attachments will be accepted.

    Benefits

    • The Chris Meade Memorial UK New Media Writing Prize: £1000 donated by if:book UK/Chris Meade, where the winner may also be a student, i.e., satisfies point d. of clause 7.
    • The Student Award: One year’s membership to Writers Online
    • The Opening Up Award: £500
    • The Digital Journalism Award: £500 and a year’s FIPP membership

    Deadline: February 1, 2025

    Apply Here

     

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  • Karger Vesalius Innovation Award 2024 for Entrepreneurs Worldwide

    Karger Vesalius Innovation Award 2024 for Entrepreneurs Worldwide

    Our prestigious award is inspired by surgeon Andreas Vesalius and his 1543 publication, De Humanis Corporis Fabrica.

    With this body of work, Vesalius revolutionized anatomy and elevated typography and illustration, laying the foundation for future generations to explore the human body from an entirely new perspective.

    Are you at the cutting edge of scientific advancement? Karger Publishers is launching the annual 2024 Vesalius Innovation Award and invites innovative entrepreneurs like you to participate.

    The VIA celebrates outstanding medical advancements and innovations from young entrepreneurs and start-ups.

    This is a unique opportunity for exposure and gives science’s future leaders the chance to take their ideas to the next level.

    Now in its fifth year, the 2024 VIA anniversary edition invites qualified applications from entrepreneurs in science communications.

    Award Summary

    • Type: Entrepreneurs
    • Sponsor: Karger Vesalius Innovation Award
    • Funding Type: Partially Funded
    • Eligible Countries: All Countries
    • Benefits: Money prize, Media Coverage, Mentoring
    • Deadline: August 31, 2024

    Requirements

    • Open to outstanding medical advancements and innovations from young entrepreneurs and start-ups.
    • Applications may come from anywhere in the world.

    Benefits

    • The overall winner will be awarded a prize of USD $15,000 and two runners-up USD $5,000 each.
    • The top five startups will profit from media coverage, mentoring by experienced experts or Karger employees and will be present at the live pitching event and the award ceremony.

    Selection Process

    The focus this year will include the following topics, but that doesn’t mean you have to cover all of them:

    • Science Communications: Science communication simplifies complex scientific concepts for diverse audiences, fostering understanding, engagement, and trust. At the Vesalius Innovation Award, they honor advancements in science communication that empower individuals with knowledge, promoting informed decision-making.
    • Artificial Intelligence: Revolutionizing science communication by harnessing the power of AI to enhance the dissemination and understanding of complex scientific concepts.
    • Education: Empowering individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate science’s complexities, fostering a culture of curiosity and informed decision-making.
    • Information Transfer – from the Lab to the Public: Bridging the gap between scientific discoveries and public understanding by making complex research accessible and engaging for broader audiences.
    • New Business Models in Publishing: Exploring innovative publishing techniques to transform the dissemination of scientific knowledge and enhance the accessibility, affordability, and impact of research findings.
    • Research Integrity: Upholding trust and credibility in science communication by ensuring honest and ethical inquiry and dissemination.

    Deadline: August 31, 2024

    Apply Here

  • Gender Just Climate Solutions Awards 2024 | €5,000 prize

    Gender Just Climate Solutions Awards 2024 | €5,000 prize

    Applications are now open for the Gender Just Climate Solutions Awards 2024. Every year, the Gender Just Climate Solutions Awards are given to grassroots, community groups, and non-governmental organizations that are working to address the climate crisis while also promoting gender equality.

    These solutions are leading community solutions and system-changing climate action that bring multiple social and environmental improvements. They contribute to raising the ambition to achieve the 1.5-degree target by 2030.

    Three winners are selected by a diverse group of jury members from the Women and Gender Constituency (WGC) following an open and transparent process and are announced during an official, high-level ceremony at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP).

    Winning solutions are showcased across three different project categories:

    • Technical – gender-responsive climate solutions focusing on technologies, i.e. water, RE, food production or transformation, digitalization, waste reduction etc.
    • Non-technical – gender-responsive climate solutions focusing on behavioral change, mutual learning, skills sharing, capacity strengthening etc.
    • Transformational – gender-responsive climate solutions focusing on addressing governance, institutional / societal change etc.

    Benefits

    • Each winner receives a €5,000 monetary award, a chance to attend COP29, which will be held in Baku, Azerbaijan, fully covered travel, and enter Women Engage for a Common Future (WECF) long-term mentoring programme which supports them in strengthening and upscaling their leading solutions.
    • Up to 20 nominees’ projects are presented in the Awards publication, on the online platforms, and at the Awards Ceremony during the COP.

    Eligibility

    • Open to grassroots, community groups and non-governmental organizations tackling the climate emergency while advancing gender equality.
    • They highly encourage grassroots, women-led and LGBTQI+ organizations from the Global South and Global East to apply.

    Application

    The deadline for sending your application is Sunday, July 21, 2024 at 23:59 CEST.

    Apply here

    For more information, visit Gender Just Climate Solutions Awards.

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  • World Summit Award (WSA) Young Innovators Award 2024 for young Digital Entrepreneurs

    World Summit Award (WSA) Young Innovators Award 2024 for young Digital Entrepreneurs

    Applications are currently being accepted for the 2024 World Summit Award (WSA) Young Innovators Award.

    The WSA Young Innovators Award is an open invitation for young entrepreneurs, companies, student groups, or project teams.

    To be eligible, at least one founding member and the majority of the team must be under the age of 26 (born on or after January 1, 1998).

    Open to young citizens of all UN member states, WSA Young Innovators welcomes startups, social entrepreneurs, NGOs, students, and individuals. Submissions can include mobile and web-based solutions such as apps, web pages, wearables applications, kiosk installations, SMS-based products, games, and interactive productions.

    There are no restrictions on the platforms or channels the solutions work with.

    Requirements for the World Summit Award Young Innovators Award

    1. All submissions must be fully launched products. Drafts, ideas, or unfinished projects will not be accepted.
    2. The application process for the WSA & WSA Young Innovators requires detailed information on your product to be provided in the WSA Contest Database.
    3. When filling out your application, please be concise and clear to ensure your digital solution is easily understood.
    4. Avoid lengthy sentences and technical jargon. All applications must be completed in English.
    5. Keep in mind that an international jury will be evaluating your solution.
    6. If your solution is not available for download in certain countries, provide enough information, screenshots, or a comprehensive presentation for the jurors.

    Benefits of the World Summit Award Young Innovators Award

    1. The champions will have the opportunity to participate in the 19th WSA Global Congress in Hyderabad, India. This will allow the winners to:
    2. – Connect with like-minded individuals such as partners, investors, and fellow impact entrepreneurs
    3. – Join the knowledge society of thought leaders, innovators, and stakeholders in a community that promotes collaboration over competition
    4. – Access unique opportunities through WSA’s global network
    5. – Learn globally and act locally – get to know experts who are solving similar problems and apply their knowledge to your local ecosystem

    Timeline of the World Summit Award Young Innovators Award

    1. May 15, 2024: WSA will start accepting applications for Young Innovators
    2. October 15, 2024: Deadline for applications – WSA will not accept any applications after this date
    3. November 2024: The Online Jury will evaluate the applications to select the shortlist
    4. January 2025: Shortlisted solutions will be announced
    5. TBA 2025: The Grand Jury will evaluate the shortlist to select the winners
    6. April 6-9, 2025: Young Innovator winners will be presented and awarded, along with all the other WSA winners, at the WSA Global Congress in Hyderabad, India

    Application for the World Summit Award Young Innovators Award

    1. For details visit the Official Webpage of the World Summit Award (WSA) Young Innovators Award
    2. Deadline: October 15, 2024

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  • Call For Applications: SaaS Accelerator Program for Africa 2023 (Up to €100K Funding)

    About the program

    Startup Wise Guys SaaS acceleration Africa program will provide an optimized approach that delivers tailored guidance and support from world-class mentors and experts.

    This accelerator program will help you navigate the bumps in the company-building road, revolutionize your go-to-market strategy and encourage you to bring your A game.

    SaaS knows you’re passionate about what you do and this program will provide you access to a constantly expanding network of like-minded founders, practitioners, and investors and encourage value-driven partnerships with people who see the world just like you do!

    Eligibility

    This program is mainly for English-speaking East and West African early-stage digital B2B SaaS startups with initial traction, a solid team, and a focus on one of these areas:

    • You are an early-stage B2B SaaS startup working in:
      • FinTech
      • AgriTech
      • ClimaTech
    • You have a working MVP
    • Your startup has at least 2 co-founders or team members
    • You are building initial customer traction, MRR, or revenues.

    Benefits

    Get funding: Up to €100K investment for equity (70K cash + 30K program) with a follow-on possibility.

    Grow your knowledge: Get access to The program and grow thanks to weekly 1:1 support in areas like sales, marketing, and pitching…

    Make connections: Get access to top-notch industry experts joining a network of +600 founders, +350 mentors, and +200 investors.

    Application Process

    Applications open on March 14th, 2023. The deadline to apply is September 7th, 2023. The team then reviews all applications carefully. If there is a potential fit, They will reach out to schedule an interview.

    Week 1-5 / Module 1: Setting KPIs, Company Building, Get together, and Market Engineering Sprint

    Acceleration Program Starts: October 9th, 2023

    The first module begins with an introduction to the program, including a first meeting with your lead coaches who will work alongside you and track your progress through the program. After setting KPI’s for each of the four main areas of the program: company building, sales & marketing, fundraising, and pitching, this module will primarily focus on company building to ensure your startup has a strong foundation.

    SaaS hybrid program, also includes an onsite portion, where startups travel to their host city to meet each other, the Startup Wise Guys team, and coaches to engage in team building, live workshops, and networking activities. The first module concludes with a one-week Market Engineering Sprint led by Startup Wise Guys CEO, Cristobal Alonso. What a ride!

    Implementation week- this is the time for you to pause, take a breath, and implement some of the knowledge you gained in module 1. You deserve it.

    Week 7-10 / Module 2: Communication, Sales, and Product Sprint

    This module focuses on communication and pitching. This includes storytelling, pitch deck prep, product demos, and preparation for Progress Day. Progress Day is an opportunity for startups to share their learnings with internal stakeholders and Startup Wise Guys team members to make sure everyone is aligned and progressing according to plan. Module 2 ends with a one-week Product Sprint, where startups get to test and validate a customer-centered idea. Like the Market Engineering Sprint, the Product Sprint is another highly rated part of the accelerator program.

    The program ends with another implementation week to breathe, reflect and, well, implement.

    Week 12-15 / Module 3: Sales, Marketing, Growth and Progress Day

    In addition to interactive and informative workshops focused on sales, modules 3 and 4 focus more on one-on-one mentorship by selected experts to address your individual needs. Each module startups have an opportunity to check in with their lead mentors to ensure they are progressing as planned.

    At the end of the module is- you guessed it- implementation week! So much knowledge gained, and a week to yourself to implement it.

    Week 17-20 / Module 4: Fundraising, Investor Readiness and Graduation Day

    Aftercare

    Don’t think that the after the program we stop working together. You can still benefit from the support of the Startup wise guys community channels and get fundraising support for your future investment rounds.

    Deadline: September 7th, 2023.

    Click HERE To Apply

  • Heirs Life Essay Championship 2023 for Secondary School Students in Nigeria | Win N2,000,000 scholarship

    The Heirs Life Essay Championship 2023 is officially accepting applications. The Heirs Life Essay Championship is an annual essay competition organized by Heirs Life to enhance young kids’ literacy while honoring their creativity.

    This year’s version is accessible to kids in Junior Secondary Schools across Nigeria, and they have the opportunity to compete for a scholarship worth N2,000,000, as well as interesting rewards for the winner’s school and the runner-ups. My Dream Career is the topic for the 2023 Essay Championship.

    Heirs Life Essay Championship 2023 Prizes

    • The winning student gets Scholarship worth N2,000,000.
    • The winning school will be rewarded with the 2023 Heirs Life Essay Championship cup, as well as N500,000 donation to the school’s library.
    • First Runner up (student) will receive cash prize of N150,000.
    • Second Runner up (student) will receive cash prize of N100,000.

    Heirs Life Essay Championship 2023 Eligibility

    • Open to students in JSS1 – JSS3 across Nigeria.
    • The entry must be on the Topic: My Dream Career.
    • Maximum word count is 500 words.

    Heirs Life Essay Championship 2023 Application

    • Essay document must have Child’s Full Name, School & Class in the Header.
    • Essays should be typed and not handwritten.
    • Font Type: Times New Roman.
    • Font Size: 13/14.
    • Document Format: Word/PDF.

    Apply here

     

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  • Apply Now: Pitch AgriHack 2023 for Young Entrepreneurs |$45,000 Total prize money

    Pitch AgriHack 2023 applications are now open. The Pitch AgriHack provides a platform for imaginative minds to exhibit their technical ideas to revolutionize the agricultural landscape of the continent. Pitch AgriHack 2023 will award the most innovative initiatives that address important concerns and promote sustainable agricultural development with a total prize money of $45,000.

    They want the world to hear from Africa’s greatest young brains about their answers. Young agritech entrepreneurs have the potential to transform the way food security concerns are addressed and to empower smallholder farmers across the continent.

    Pitch AgriHack 2023 for Young Entrepreneurs Categories

    The competition awards winners in three categories:

    • Early-stage agritech ventures
    • Mature or growth-stage agritech ventures
    • Women-led agritech ventures

    Pitch AgriHack 2023 for Young Entrepreneurs Prizes

    • Three winners and three runners-up will be selected, with each winner receiving a cash prize of US$10,000 and each runner-up receiving US$5,000.

    Pitch AgriHack 2023 for Young Entrepreneurs Eligibility

    Candidates are early-, mature- or growth-stage, or women-led technology or digital services companies with innovative solutions impacting smallholder farmers at scale.

    Applicants should have:

    • A clear and defined description on how their solution is impacting smallholder farmers.
    • Strong organizational and operational structure.

    The applicant applying must:

    • Be aged 18-40 on the day of submission to the 2023 Pitch AgriHack Competition.
    • Hold nationality (with official ID) from any of the 54 nations of the African Union.
    • Be the founder/co-founder of the enterprise represented in the competition and play an active role in its operations and leadership.
    • Have no criminal record related to corruption, tax evasion, financial impropriety, felony or
      other offenses.
    • Not be a previous Pitch AgriHack or GoGettaz finalist or winner.
    • Submit the application form in English.
    • Agree with the Terms & Conditions.

    Early-stage category, venture must have:

    • The ability to scale and impact a large number of smallholder farmers.
    • An identifiable technological innovation that addresses the following problems for smallholder farmers:
      • Smallholder farmer productivity
      • Smallholder farmer income
      • Labor intensiveness of operations
      • Resilience
      • Access to information for smallholder farmers
      • Strong competitive advantage

    Growth-stage category, venture must have:

    • The ability to scale and impact a large number of smallholder farmers.
    • Recorded evidence of demonstrated impact on smallholder farmers’ revenue.
    • An identifiable technological innovation that addresses the following problems for smallholder farmers:
      • Smallholder farmer productivity
      • Smallholder farmer income
      • Labor intensiveness of operations
      • Resilience
      • Access to information for smallholder farmers
      • Strong competitive advantage

    Pitch AgriHack 2023 for Young Entrepreneurs Selection Criteria

    There will be a screening process to determine the top 12 start-ups, which will be invited to attend a pitch training session. Half of the selected start-ups will be women-owned start-ups (one official co-founder must be female). The selection is mainly based on the quality of the information submitted in the application. Additional information may be requested by the organizers.

    Online screening criteria

    • How real is the need?
    • What problem does the solution solve?
    • How unique is the solution?
    • Does the team demonstrate an ability to execute?
    • What is the market opportunity?

    Technical assessment criteria

    • Early-Stage Category:
      • Scalability
      • Feasibility/Proof of concept
      • Technical viability of the solution
    • Mature-Stage Category:
      • Smallholder farmers reached
      • Profitability

    Final pitch criteria

    • Impact on Smallholder Farmers
    • Technological Innovation
    • Business Model
    • Team
    • Scalability
    • Use-of-funds

    Pitch AgriHack 2023 for Young Entrepreneurs Application

    Applications closes on July 3, 2023. Late applications will not be considered.

    Apply here

    For more information, visit Pitch AgriHack.