Deadline Date: April 12, 2026 The 3rd Edition SME Innovation Excellence Awards is requesting applications to support Kenyan SMEs in successfully implementing and commercializing innovations that boost efficiency and economic growth. The awards focus on scouting and identifying at least 200 … [Read more...] about Nominations open for 3rd Edition SME Innovation Excellence Awards (Kenya)
IGNITE Challenge: Empowering Agrifood Startups (Rwanda)
Deadline Date: April 04, 2026 The IGNITE Challenge is requesting applications to support startups, SMEs, and cooperatives with commercially viable solutions to strengthen the food system, create jobs, and enable young women to participate as entrepreneurs or employees. The program focuses on … [Read more...] about IGNITE Challenge: Empowering Agrifood Startups (Rwanda)
Applications open for National Deep Tech Challenge (Malaysia)
Deadline Date: May 06, 2026 Entries are now open for the National Deep Tech Challenge to support students and student startups across Malaysia to develop and pitch innovative strategies for bringing university intellectual property to market. The hackathon focuses on developing a strong … [Read more...] about Applications open for National Deep Tech Challenge (Malaysia)
Call for Solutions 2026: Empowering Young Climate Innovators
Deadline Date: April 30, 2026 Youth4Climate’s Call for Solutions 2026 invites young people and youth-led organizations to develop and implement innovative climate action projects. This year, applicants can focus on the following thematic areas: Sustainable Energy, Food & Agriculture, … [Read more...] about Call for Solutions 2026: Empowering Young Climate Innovators
Nominations open for Social Entrepreneur of the Year Award 2026 (India)
Deadline Date: April 5, 2026 The Social Entrepreneur of the Year Award is requesting applications to empower and celebrate Indian social entrepreneurs who develop innovative and sustainable solutions to tackle pressing social issues and foster inclusive growth. The award focuses on … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Social Entrepreneur of the Year Award 2026 (India)
Innovation Challenge Call for Export-Oriented Service Sector SMEs (Georgia)
Deadline Date: April 16, 2026 The United Nations Development Programme is inviting applications to support service sector SMEs in Georgia to develop innovative solutions that strengthen their competitiveness in international markets. The initiative focuses on promoting innovation in … [Read more...] about Innovation Challenge Call for Export-Oriented Service Sector SMEs (Georgia)
EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Award (New Zealand)
Deadline Date: June 18, 2026 The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year programme in New Zealand recognises entrepreneurs who demonstrate innovation, value creation, strategic direction, national and global impact, purpose-driven leadership, and entrepreneurial spirit. The programme highlights the … [Read more...] about EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Award (New Zealand)
Entries Open: EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Award Program (Ukraine)
Deadline Date: March 22, 2026 EY has launched the national stage of the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2026 program in Ukraine to celebrate and recognize entrepreneurs who demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, and business success. The program celebrates entrepreneurs who achieve … [Read more...] about Entries Open: EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Award Program (Ukraine)
2026 EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Award – Switzerland
Deadline Date: March 27, 2026 The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026 award invites innovative and committed entrepreneurs from across Switzerland to participate in a prestigious program that celebrates leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurial excellence. The program focuses on recognizing … [Read more...] about 2026 EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Award – Switzerland
Submissions Open for Nasscom AI Gamechangers Awards (India)
Deadline Date: April 13, 2026 The Nasscom AI Gamechangers Awards aims to spotlight transformative AI implementation stories that are reshaping industries and addressing critical socio-economic challenges across India. The program focuses on identifying the most impactful AI implementation … [Read more...] about Submissions Open for Nasscom AI Gamechangers Awards (India)
