Africa hosts growing student competitions that reflect both the continent's challenges and its extraordinary talent. Pan-African innovation competitions, science olympiads and entrepreneurship challenges are increasingly backed by international development organisations, technology companies and diaspora foundations. Many competitions focus on solutions relevant to African contexts, from agricultural technology and health systems to urban infrastructure and cultural heritage preservation. Students from Africa and those studying African development issues globally will find opportunities with both strong prizes and meaningful impact pathways.
As Radical Innovation celebrates its 20th Anniversary, our mission remains to discover and support ideas that shape the future of hospitality. Entries should showcase an innovative hospitality product that improves hotel...
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Prize: Mixed/Other
Prize summary: Money, Exposure, Networking, Experience, Award
The canvas is ready. What will you CRE[AI]TE?
We are excited to launch CapCut’s 1st AI Festival, a global celebration of original work and the imagination AI makes possible.
Submissions are now open through Augus...
GlobalEuropeAsiaNorth AmericaSouth AmericaAfricaOceaniaMiddle EastHigh school StudentsBachelorMasterPhDOpen to everyone
Prize: Cash Prize
Join the Autodesk Buildathon on 17 - 18 August, a two-day international online design challenge for students to design for impact, and develop real-world skills used in architecture, construction, and engineering industr...
Maximize Your Exposure: Enter the Solo Exhibition Competition for a Month-Long Online Showcase
At All About Photo, we celebrate extraordinary photography that inspires, transforms, and connects with us on a deeper level...
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Prize: Other award
Grid Photo Gallery presents Animals 2026, an international open call dedicated to photographic works that explore the presence, meaning, and visual power of animals within the image.
The theme is open to a wide range of...
GlobalEuropeAsiaNorth AmericaSouth AmericaAfricaOceaniaMiddle EastHigh school StudentsBachelorMasterPhDOpen to everyone
Prize: Other award
The European Product Design Award (EPDA) enters the final stretch of its 2026 call for entries. Open to students and professionals alike, EPDA has grown into one of the most comprehensive design competitions worldwide. T...
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Prize: Recognition/Award
Prize summary: Prestigious EPDA Trophy, international media exposure, inclusion in the EPDA Book, and a live invitation to the historic Awards Ceremony in Venice, Italy.
BCAF-Eastern Heritage Art Fund & rams foundation(Germany)
Deadline
Sep 30, 2026
1 month from now
The initiative is jointly presented by the Eastern Heritage Art Fund, established by the Beijing Contemporary Art Foundation (BCAF) and Pechoin, together with the Rams Foundation in Germany. The challenge aims to support...
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Prize: Cash
The Creative Communication Award (C2A) 2026 is an international competition recognizing excellence in communication design, advertising, digital media, photography, packaging, branding, and visual communication.
Open...
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Prize: Recognition/Award
Prize summary: Winner certificate, winner badge, international recognition, publication, and media exposure
Organized by the School of Architecture, Tianjin University and Urban Environment Design (UED) Magazine. Endorsed by the Union Internationale des Architectes (UIA).
Deadline
Oct 10, 2026
2 months from now
The UIA-HYP CUP 2026 International Student Competition in Architectural Design is now open for entries. Now in its 15th consecutive edition, the competition is the only UIA-endorsed international student architecture com...
The Radicepura Garden Festival, since it started in 2017, it is the first major international event intended to promote the culture of Mediterranean gardens, involving the main players of landscaping, art & architecture,...
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Prize: Other award
Prize summary: The 8 winning projects will be realized in the Radicepura Horticultural Park
Do you want to share with the world the wonders of the planet and contribute to its protection? Then don’t miss the opportunity to participate in The Nature Photography Contest, an international photography contest for p...
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Prize: Cash Prize
Offering a variety of competitions established to encourage and promote visual artists and writers, the Anthology Creative Awards provide a platform for emerging creatives to publish their work. There are eight categorie...
GlobalEuropeAsiaNorth AmericaSouth AmericaAfricaOceaniaMiddle EastOpen to everyone
Prize: Cash
Prize summary: Up to €1000 per competition, and publication
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