Student Competitions in Africa

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.

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𝐔𝐈/𝐔𝐗 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐓𝐘𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 ["Transforming Food Supply Chains with Innovative Digital Experiences"]

Proto-A-Thon

Deadline

May 01, 2026

1 week from now

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Radical Innovation Hospitality Product

Radical Innovation

Deadline

Aug 03, 2026

3 months from now

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 summary: Money, Exposure, Networking, Experience, Award

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Adventure AI Advertisement Making

Sage University Bhopal

Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

6 days ago

Powered by AI, Driven by Creativity. The Future of Advertising Starts Here! The School of Journalism & Mass Communication (SOJMC), SAGE University Bhopal invites you to be a part of an exciting creative platform where...

Global Europe Asia North America South America Africa Oceania Middle East Open to everyone Prize: Cash Prize

Prize summary: Winner: $442.24 (₹41,000) * 🥈 First Runner-Up: $334.38 (₹31,000) * 🥉 Second Runner-Up: $226.51 (₹21,000)

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