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Clean water, safe and affordable housing, access to education, and fair government representation are fundamental needs that should be available to everyone. However, not all individuals have equal access to these necessities. Climate change further compounds the difficulties faced by many people, particularly women and historically underserved communities, as resources become scarce and existing climate change protections prove insufficient. The emergence of Generative AI offers immense potential in tackling these challenges and mitigating inequality, ultimately leading to an improvement in people’s lives. Participate in the upcoming era of responsible AI. In the 2024 Call for Code Global Challenge, we invite students, developers, and individuals who solve problems from universities and

The Global Startup Contest (Hangzhou)aims to invigorate the innovation ecosystem, ignite creative dynamism, attract investments in groundbreaking ideas, and extend a warm invitation to talented individuals and teams from around the world to embark on an entrepreneurial journey in Hangzhou, China, the city of innovation! We offer cash prizes、Venture Capital、Business Networking、Startup Mentors、Sponsorship and so on To expedite the development of a modernized international socialist metropolis and attract high-level talents and teams from overseas, the contest will focus on attracting innovative and entrepreneurial projects with advanced technology. There will be two special sessions dedicated to innovation and entrepreneurship projects from overseas Chinese students and foreigners, respectively. The contest is set to

The Payment Innovation Pitch (PIP) serves as a platform for students and startups to showcase their innovative ideas in the payment sector. Through collaboration with peers and engagement with industry professionals, these ideas can be refined and developed. PIP will be held as a sideline event during the 2024 Digital PayExpo. The 2024 c, organized by Intermarc Consulting, is the 25th edition of this annual conference and exhibition. It has established itself as the largest digital payment event in Africa, attracting participants from across the continent and beyond. Goal: Payment Innovation Pitch The Pay Innovation Pitch aims to shine a spotlight on the upcoming wave of disruptive ideas that have

The LEAP Africa Social Innovators Programme is dedicated to empowering and promoting youth-led innovation and entrepreneurship in Africa by providing training, funding, and networking opportunities to support the sustainability of social entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurs are encouraged to apply in the areas of quality education, healthcare, affordable and clean energy, climate action, agriculture, technology, gender & social inclusion, and workforce development. For more details, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions. Eligibility Criteria: LEAP Africa Social Innovators Program For Entrepreneurs in Africa 1. SIP fellows must be aged between 18 and 35. 2. Fellows must be citizens of Africa or Nigeria as required by the funder. 3. Fellows must hold a key role

The UNICEF Venture Fund is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusivity in its strategy for early-stage investments and driving forward new innovations created by startups utilizing cutting-edge technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), data science (DS), drones, blockchain, or extended reality (XR). These innovations are designed to meet the unaddressed needs of marginalized and underserved children and their families. In partnership with GITEX Africa, the Venture Fund introduces The Gender-Responsive Innovation Challenge (GRIC). The challenge: Gender-Responsive Innovation Challenge Acknowledging the structural and systemic obstacles in the technology industry that result in the prevalence of certain types of solutions and founders, the UNICEF Venture Fund aims to support an

Are you a young entrepreneur aged between 18 and 35? Do you have a startup that is less than 3 years old or a project/idea that you are passionate about and would like to develop in the coming months? If your venture is innovative and has a positive impact on communities and/or the planet, then seize the opportunity to become one of the 100 startuppers of the year 2024! Registration is open from April 30 to June 18! The Startupper of the year Challenge by TotalEnergies is making a comeback in 32 African countries with a special edition to celebrate the Company’s 100th anniversary! The primary objective of this 4th

AfOx Health Innovation and Entrepreneurship Scheme is a versatile platform that welcomes collaboration with various technologies and disciplines to address Africa’s health challenges. AfOx-HIP works with African innovators to equip participants with key skills to successfully navigate their own entrepreneurial journey.  It is not limited to life sciences and engineering sciences, but also encompasses other fields. The goal is to develop solutions for disease prevention, diagnosis, management, and treatment. This includes a wide range of technologies such as vaccines, diagnostics, medical devices, therapeutics, and surgical devices. In order to prioritize impactful solutions that can transform healthcare delivery in Africa, we are particularly interested in proposals that focus on the following

Africa’s thriving creative economy is a catalyst for innovation, job creation, and economic development. Recognizing the immense potential of this sector, the African Union and Google Africa have come together to launch the #DiscoverMyAfrica Shorts Challenge. This month-long campaign aims to showcase the continent’s rich diversity, cultural heritage, and vibrant spirit. As part of Africa Month celebrations, YouTube creators from across Africa are invited to participate by sharing short videos that capture their unique perspectives using the #DiscoverMyAfrica hashtag. The challenge encourages them to highlight various aspects of African life, including music, art, food, fashion, and local landmarks. To further inspire creativity, a curated playlist of African-inspired music on YouTube