MEST Africa Launches Pan-African Startup Pitch Competition
MEST Africa, a prominent institution dedicated to nurturing African entrepreneurs and investing in promising businesses, is excited to announce the MEST Africa Challenge. This marks the organization’s inaugural continent-wide startup pitch competition, a significant step in its decade-long commitment to fostering innovation and growth within Africa’s technology sector. The competition aims to identify and support the most dynamic tech startups poised for expansion across various markets.
Challenge Details and Application
The MEST Africa Challenge specifically seeks out tech startups with the potential for significant impact. The competition is designed to provide participating startups with crucial support for future scaling across the continent. The grand prize includes a substantial $50,000 equity investment from MEST, providing crucial capital for growth, alongside access to MEST’s incubation network. The event will focus on four key African cities: Accra, Lagos, Nairobi, and Cape Town. To be eligible, applicants must be tech-focused businesses generating monthly revenue and operating within the market they apply for. Interested startups can apply online between April 3rd and April 22nd, for the opportunity to pitch at one of the regional events and potentially secure invaluable investment and support to propel their business forward.
In conclusion, the MEST Africa Challenge represents a valuable opportunity for African tech startups to gain recognition, funding, and mentorship from a leading organization in the field. With its commitment to fostering innovation and supporting the growth of the African tech ecosystem, MEST is set to provide critical resources for participants, promising a future filled with opportunity.
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