Extreme heat, fragile food systems, and rising emissions demand urgent innovation. This fellowship empowers climate and energy technology startups to harness advanced cloud computing and artificial intelligence to design breakthrough solutions for the clean‑energy transition. Projects must demonstrate innovation, essential use of advanced compute, and potential for global impact in areas such as clean energy, […]
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Global Startup Competition – Seed & Growth Tracks
From agribusiness to energy, ICT, transport, and logistics, startups are reshaping industries and driving innovation worldwide. Yet scaling these ventures requires visibility, traction, and the right partnerships. This international competition offers a structured pathway for founder‑led startups to showcase their solutions, gain high‑profile exposure, and connect with investors and decision‑makers. With two tracks — one […]
Carbon to Value – Accelerator for Carbontech Startups
The Carbon to Value Initiative is a partnership‑driven accelerator designed to help carbontech startups move from innovation to real‑world application. By connecting entrepreneurs with corporate partners, investors, government leaders, and technical experts, the program strengthens commercialization pathways and builds strategic partnerships across the carbontech value chain. Focus areas include carbon capture, carbon conversion, carbon utilization, […]
Incubating Social Enterprises for Impact
Early‑stage social enterprises often face the dual challenge of achieving financial sustainability while delivering measurable community impact. The BfE Incubation Programme is designed to bridge this gap, supporting startups that combine revenue generation with social outcomes. Through a multi‑stage review process, the programme identifies promising ventures at the pre‑seed or seed stage. Eligible applicants must […]
Innovation for Peace and Human Dignity
In a world facing conflict, humanitarian crises, and fragile societies, innovation can be a powerful force for resilience. From life‑saving technologies to youth‑led initiatives, PeaceTech is redefining how communities build stability, protect human rights, and advance dignity for all. This global prize celebrates entrepreneurs, engineers, programmers, scientists, startups, accelerators, and humanitarian organisations who are harnessing […]
Launchpad for African EdTech Innovation
Africa’s classrooms are evolving — and digital solutions are at the heart of this transformation. From local language platforms to accessible learning tools, education technology is reshaping how communities learn, connect, and thrive. Yet many promising ideas need support to grow, scale, and prove their impact. This programme offers selected startups structured incubation with leading […]
Innovation to Transform Mining for Communities & Climate
Mining fuels economies, but unsafe practices, environmental damage, and opaque supply chains continue to harm workers and communities. This initiative calls on bold startups to reimagine the mining value chain — making it safer, cleaner, and more transparent while unlocking opportunities for local development. Selected ventures will receive structured incubation, mentorship, investor access, and a […]
Training for Entrepreneurs & SMEs on Funding Readiness
Too many brilliant ideas stall before they reach their full potential — not because of lack of vision, but because of limited readiness for funding and scale. Across emerging markets, entrepreneurs and small businesses face the challenge of aligning with investor expectations while building strategies that can sustain long‑term growth. This opportunity offers practical training […]
Accelerating Digital Health Innovation Across Africa
Healthcare systems across the continent are under pressure to deliver accessible, affordable, and resilient solutions. From gaps in medical infrastructure to rising demand for preventive care, the need for digital health innovation has never been greater. This six‑month accelerator empowers early‑stage founders building telemedicine, AI in healthcare, remote patient monitoring, and pharmaceutical innovation. Participants gain […]
Tech Innovation Call for African Startups
Across Africa, bold entrepreneurs are harnessing technology to tackle pressing challenges — from climate resilience and health innovation to AI, robotics, and digital transformation. The demand for scalable solutions that drive sustainability, efficiency, and opportunity has never been greater. This opportunity supports DeepTech ventures, AI and emerging technologies, and climate innovation, alongside high‑impact sectors such […]
