AfCFTA Digital Innovation Challenge 2026

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 Sector

Digital trade and technology solutions

Target Location

Open to applicants from African Union Member States