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Keletso Lekwakwe, Adam Ngele, Vusumuzi Sillah and others are enlisted in the challenge
Deep tech, Science and Engineering Innovation program - SAVANT - Sponsored program
Deep tech, Science and Engineering Innovation program - SAVANT - Sponsored program
Solve a corporate need through innovative thinkers from some of the best minds in Africa!
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 proud to announce the launch of its Deep Tech, Science & Engineering Open Innovation Challenge sponsored by SAVANT!
We are sourcing the most Innovative Startups across the African continent to join one of our 3 Summit hosting this Program.
A precious opportunity to boost your deep tech-oriented business to the next level by connecting with the key players of the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Try your chance to become the next African Unicorn by registering now!
AfricArena is aimed at high-scaling potential Startups from Early Stage to Series A. If you meet the eligibility criteria, we want to hear from you!
Timeline
Application Phase
Register now, select your field of interest, and submit your startup pitch deck!
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Selection Phase
The Top 5 startups will be shortlisted by our expert professionals to develop and improve their proposals.
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Final Event
Top 3 finalists will have the privilege to pitch at one of our Dakar, Tunis or Nairobi Summit.
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!