Deadline: August 22, 2025 The Changemakers Innovation Challenge was conceived by ACT Foundation as a response to the impressive work of community non-profits and social enterprises in Africa that leverage technology and digital tools to create social change within their communities. Whether … [Read more...] about Applications open for Changemakers Innovation Challenge (Africa)
CivVic Labs – Experience Victoria Challenge (Australia)
Deadline: August 21, 2025 Run by LaunchVic – Victoria’s startup agency - CivVic Labs invites aspiring and early-stage founders to work on innovation challenges identified by government. For this challenge, the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions (DJSIR) is seeking solutions from … [Read more...] about CivVic Labs – Experience Victoria Challenge (Australia)
Call for Expression of Interest: Agriculture Finance Innovation Challenge (Pakistan)
Deadline: August 22, 2025 GIZ Pakistan invites qualified Agricultural Technology Companies (ATCs) to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the Agriculture Finance Innovation Challenge (AFIC), under The World Bank’s Resilient and Accessible Microfinance (RAM) Project, administered by the State … [Read more...] about Call for Expression of Interest: Agriculture Finance Innovation Challenge (Pakistan)
The MEST Africa Challenge 2025 for Early-Stage Tech Startups
Deadline: September 26, 2025 Applications are now open for the MEST Africa Challenge (MAC), a leading Pan-African pitch competition designed for early-stage technology startups ready to scale. The MEST Africa Challenge 2025 is led by MEST Africa and powered by Absa. MAC offers a powerful … [Read more...] about The MEST Africa Challenge 2025 for Early-Stage Tech Startups
South African Inter-City Innovation Challenge 2025
Deadline: August 15, 2025 Got a smart solution for townships or service delivery? Submit your idea for the Inaugural SA Intercity Innovation Challenge 2025. In the lead-up to South Africa's hosting of the G20 Summit, cities across the country are uniting to demonstrate how local and … [Read more...] about South African Inter-City Innovation Challenge 2025
Apply Now: MSME AI Grand Challenge (India)
Deadline: August 30, 2025 To proactively identifying potentially sick Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) using AI-powered predictive systems, Tamil Nadu Startup and Innovation Mission (TANSIM) branded as StartupTN, in collaboration with Tamil Nadu e-Governance Agency (TNeGA), invites … [Read more...] about Apply Now: MSME AI Grand Challenge (India)
Submit Applications for the Grand Challenge Programme (Ghana)
Deadline: August 06, 2025 Are you building something that will innovate Ghana’s agriculture ecosystem? Here's your chance to get exposure, technical support, mentorship, and ecosystem expertise to help you scale up. The Grand Challenge is a competitive programme where innovators can apply to … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for the Grand Challenge Programme (Ghana)
CFAs: First Nations Arts and Culture Business Innovation Award (Australia)
Deadline: September 16, 2025 Creative Australia is pleased to invite nominations for the 2026 First Nations Arts and Culture Business Innovation Award, which recognises innovation and excellence in entrepreneurship among Australian First Nations small- to medium-sized arts and culture businesses or … [Read more...] about CFAs: First Nations Arts and Culture Business Innovation Award (Australia)
SKUAST-K AGRI-THON: A Grand Challenge (India)
Deadline: August 15, 2025 Are you passionate about agriculture, innovation, and startups? This is your chance to showcase your ideas, secure Grant support, and get mentorship from industry experts. Register now open for the SKUAST K Agrithon: A Grand Challenge for Quality of Life under the JKCIP … [Read more...] about SKUAST-K AGRI-THON: A Grand Challenge (India)
Apply for the Pivot Challenge in Nigeria
Deadline: August 13, 2025 Are you small or growing business in the South- East? Here's your chance to access business support including tools, funding, and mentorship. The Pivot Challenge is not your typical training program. It's a digital transformation movement tailored to Nigeria’s most … [Read more...] about Apply for the Pivot Challenge in Nigeria
