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Fem-Tech Startup Innovation Challenge - AWS-Sponsored Program
Welcome to the Application Portal
Is your startup BOLD enough to push past the boundaries of the status quo and drive innovation to create a brighter future?
AfricArena is launching coming its Fem-Tech Startup Innovation Challenge in partnership with AWS!
Rallying the whole pan-african Tech-ecosystem for this first challenge, we aim to foster female-led innovation across the continent. We are sourcing the most Innovative Startups across the African continent to join us on the AfricArena Tour of the 4 most vibrant tech-environments of Africa.
A precious opportunity to boost your tech-oriented business to the next level by connecting with investors, mentors, and other resources, helping you scale your businesses and achieve success.
Join us an try your chance to become the next African Female-led Unicorn by registering now!
This pioneering pitch competition is tailored specifically for women-led startups across Africa, aiming to facilitate innovation, networking, and investment opportunities.
Timeline
Application Phase
Register now, select your area of interest, the Summit you wish to attend and submit your startup pitch deck!
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Selection Phase
The Startups meeting our criteria will be shortlisted by our expert professionals to develop, improve their proposals and pitch in front of our jury of key players of the tech-ecosystem.
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Final Event
Top 5 finalists will have the privilege to pitch at the one of our Summit across the African continent.
Packages
The Grand Winner will win:
- Cash Prize of $10,000!
- Up to $25,000 worth of Proof of Concept
- Develop long-term strategic partnerships with Company
The 2nd place startup will win:
- Cash Prize of $5,000!
- Up to $15,000 worth of Proof of Concept
- Develop long-term strategic partnerships with Company
The 3rd place startup will win:
- Cash Prize of $2,500!
- Up to $5,000 worth of Proof of Concept
- Develop long-term strategic partnerships with Company
Open Innovation Programs will qualify you for the Grand Summit in Cape Town, South Africa in December 2023
The final will be held in person on final date. The top 60 finalists will have a unique opportunity to pitch in front of the key decision makers, corporates, ESO's and Investors across the African continent and abroad.
The results will then be announced at the end of the Final Event!