Competition & Award
AfCFTA Digital Innovation Challenge 2026
Apply by Sep 4, 2026
Application Closed
About
The AfCFTA Digital Innovation Challenge invites young African innovators to submit their digital solutions that enhance cross-border trade, offering mentorship, business development support, and networking opportunities to accelerate their growth and visibility in the market.
Benefits
- 🚀+ Showcase Opportunity — Present your innovative solution for a single African digital market
- 🤝+ Mentorship — Gain skills and capacity from relevant experts
- 💼+ Business Development Support — Accelerate commercialization and scaling of innovations
- 🌍+ Networking — Connect with key stakeholders in the digital trade ecosystem
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to individuals, teams, startups, and enterprises from African Union Member States
- Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old
- Proposed solutions must address barriers to cross-border trade
- Solutions should be in operational to scaling phase
Participation Commitments
- Submit proposals by September 4, 2026
- Participate in capacity building programs
- Engage in networking and collaboration opportunities
- Attend AfCFTA events for showcasing innovations
Target Region
Open to applicants from African Union Member States
Target Sector
Digital trade and technology solutions
AfCFTA Secretariat