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Smart Africa Challenge is a platform centered on unveiling youth talent across continent for solving the most pressure problems through high impact social entrepreneurship. Our mission is to nurture Africa’s young innovators and entrepreneurs, equipping them to drive transformative change in line with Agenda 2063. By inspiring bold ideas, fostering collaboration, and enabling solutions for social good, Smart Africa Challenge empowers the continent’s youth to unlock Africa’s rich potential and shape a sustainable future for generations.
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Smart Africa Challenge identifies today’s most creative solution makers; Smart Africa Challenge nurtures the untapped African talent; Smart Africa Challenge accelerates the African youth potential for social transformation.
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Smart Africa Challenge is Fully Funded!
All selected participants will receive comprehensive funding, including travel expenses, feeding, accommodation, to ensure financial barriers never stand in the way of innovation.
To confirm participation and secure commitment, applicants are required to pay a one-time registration fee of $35 prior to submitting their application. This ensures only dedicated innovators move forward in the process.