2024 Zenith Bank Startup Pitch Competition

About

The 2024 Zenith Bank Startup Pitch Competition is seeking early-stage Nigerian startups in various industries to compete for cash prizes and participate in an intensive incubation program, with the goal of empowering and nurturing innovative solutions for Nigeria's digital economy.

Benefits

• Cash prizes for top three winners (₦25 million, ₦20 million, and ₦15 million respectively)
• ₦2.5 million for other finalists
• Investor access and mentorship
• Strategic resources for business growth
• Networking and exposure to potential partners
• Growth opportunities through collaboration with industry leaders
• Intensive incubation program for top 10 finalists

Eligibility Criteria

• Early-stage Nigerian startups with a registered business entity
• Operating in one or more of the listed focus sectors
• Demonstrating a viable product or Minimum Viable Product (MVP) with initial market traction
• Presenting a scalable business model with clear growth potential