Competitions
Application Opens for Africa Earth Observation Challenge 2022
The Africa Earth Observation (AEO) Challenge is an annual open innovation challenge aimed at sourcing novel space technologies since 2016. This challenge seeks to drive entrepreneurial activity in the African space industry and promote awareness of the value of earth observation data across the continent and in multiple sectors such as water and food security, […]
Application Opens for She Shapes Biodiversity Photo Contest 2022
She Shapes Biodiversity is a photo contest that aims to celebrate women’s contributions to the environment and seeks to recognize and amplify the roles and contributions of women that can pave the way for the implementation of a gender-responsive post-2020 global biodiversity framework. This contest runs prior to the United Nations Biodiversity Conference, also the […]
APPLY: Global Landscapes Forum Climate Photo Competition 2022
Every picture tells a story – and the Global Landscapes Forum wants to see yours. They are now accepting applications for the GLF Climate 2022 Photo Competition. Whether you’re a professional or amateur, nature or urban photographer, they would love to see your perspective on the impacts of climate change, as well as ways we can […]
APPLY: Global Resilience Partnership Social Media Competition 2022
The Global Resilience Partnership (GRP), through The Resilience Knowledge Coalition, is hosting a social media competition in the lead-up to the Resilience Hub at COP27. Submit an entry to stand a chance to win $1,000 USD, be showcased at key GRP events, and have your work displayed on all GRP’s social media channels. Students and […]
Call for Nominations: European Young Inventors Prize 2023
The inaugural Young Inventors prize cast a spotlight on three ground-breaking initiatives and highlighted the power of younger generations in shaping our world. As one of the most prestigious competitions of its kind, the European Inventor Award pays tribute to the creativity of inventors the world over, who use their technical, scientific and intellectual skills […]
APPLY: Mujeres por África Science by Women Contest 2022
The main goal of the contest is to give continuity to the projects that the women participants of the programme carry out during their research stays. “Science by Women” therefore goes a step further and prioritizes the impact of these projects in the countries of origin of the women. Scientific dissemination, technology transfer and innovation […]
APPLY: Youth Adaptation Solutions (YouthADAPT) Challenge 2022
This challenge seeks to boost sustainable job creation through support for entrepreneurship and youth-led innovation in climate change adaptation and resilience across Africa. The Youth Adaptation Solutions Challenge (YouthADAPT Challenge) is an annual competition and awards programme for youth-led enterprises (50% women-led) jointly organised by the Global Center on Adaptation (GCA), the African Development Bank […]
How To Apply for Caritas Acholi Agribusiness Innovation Challenge 2022
The Acholi Agribusiness Innovation Challenge aims to promote sustainable agriculture, curb malnutrition, promote food security and improve farmers’ livelihoods. In addition, the challenge seeks to identify and support innovative business solutions contributing to a sustainable and inclusive food system in and around Northern Uganda. The objectives of the Challenge are: To identify and support innovative […]
2022/2023 USADF Accelerate Africa Entrepreneurship Challenge
The Challenge is an initiative of USADF’s Youth and Women Entrepreneurship Portfolio designed to address Africa’s youth bulge, economically empower youth and women, and impact job creation across Africa. The Accelerate Africa Entrepreneurship Challenge is intended to invest in Micro, Small, and Mid-Size enterprises (MSMEs) that: Address Africa’s youth bulge by prioritizing job creation to […]
How To Apply for European SME Week Youth Essay Competition 2022
Now in its 7th edition, the YEC gives 18-25-year-olds a platform to share their bright ideas with key figures and stakeholders involved in enterprise, entrepreneurship and SMEs. Read on for all the details about this year’s competition! The Youth Essay Competition is organised by the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs. […]