Category: Competitions
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Ekiti Enterprise Challenge (EEC) 2020 – ekitienterprisechallenge.org/
Ekiti Enterprise Challenge (EEC 2020) is a Social Impact Driven Community based enterprise Pitch competition designed to be an annual event for Brilliant Creative, Gifted, Talented and innovative entrepreneurs who resides and are established in Ekiti Communities in Nigeria, with business ideas which have potential to create decent work and sustainable jobs, grow exponentially and scale…
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Nigeria at 60 Challenge (₦3,000,000 Cash prize) – nigeriaat60.gov.ng/#
Nigeria at 60 Challenge 2020 for Nigerians application is now open. The challenge will produce the best content for celebrating Nigeria. On the 1st October 2020, Nigeria will be celebrating its diamond jubilee as it turns 60. The Federal Government of Nigeria under the Leadership of President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR has approved an inclusive National…
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Aspire Coronation Trust (ACT) Changemakers Innovation Challenge
The ACT Changemakers Innovation Challenge 2020 is conceived by ACT Foundation as a response to the impressive work of community nonprofits and social enterprises in Africa who are leveraging technology/ digital tools to create social change in their communities. Research shows that most nonprofits using technology/ digital tools to drive projects and develop communities are…
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United Bank for Africa (UBA) Foundation National Essay Competition
The United Bank for Africa (UBA) Foundation invites applications from interested and qualified candidates for: Title: National Essay Competition 2020 About the Award Now in its 10th year, the National Essay Competition, targeted at senior secondary students in Nigeria is organized annually, as part of UBA Foundation’s education initiative which is aimed at promoting the…
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NCDMB Annual National Undergraduate Essay Competition 2020 – ncdmbessay.com
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) was established in 2010 by the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Development (NOGICD) Act. NCDMB is vested with the mandate to make procedures that will guide, monitor, coordinate and implement the provisions of the NOGICD Act signed into law on April 22, 2010. Applications are invited…
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Alibaba Jumpstarter 2021 Global Pitch Competition (US$1 million in investment)
JUMPSTARTER is a not-for-profit initiative curated by Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund that provides a platform for all entrepreneurs and young people to jump start their dreams in Hong Kong. It is also a first-of-its-kind startup event focused exclusively on showcasing quality startups and providing high-impact networking opportunities. Startups Startups come to the JUMPSTARTER platform to pitch their business…
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United Nations FAO World Food Day Poster Contest 2020 (Age 5-19)
Calling out to all children and teens around the world! If you’re between ages 5 to 19, we want you to use your imagination and create a poster of your favourite food hero at work. The world is full of food heroes – from farmers to drivers, shop assistants, food bank or government representatives etc., who…
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COVID-19 Global South Health and Livelihoods Challenge 2020 – OpenIDEO
We seek innovative ideas that demonstrate a deep understanding of low- and middle-income families in urban areas in the Global South and of those who have been most impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. We’re accepting all stages of innovations, from initial design stage to full scale rollout. Anyone is able to submit to the Challenge, whether…
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FITC Youth Connect Essay Challenge 2020 ($1,500 Prize)
Opportunities for Africans – The Youth Connect Essay Challenge is organized to harness the creativity and innovation mindset of the African youth in promoting growth and development in Africa. The objective is to develop in undergraduate students the habit of contributing to national and global issues, as well as providing policymakers with an accessible perspective. It aims to…
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TED Fellows program Application 2021 for Extraordinary Thinkers and Doers
Every year the TED Fellows program selects a new group of extraordinary, multidisciplinary individuals by open application. TED look for innovators on the rise in their respective fields who are doing bold, original work. Eligibility TED look for different applicants than many other leadership-oriented programs. Instead of business people, policy wonks and government officials, the TED Fellows…
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Oxfam Nigeria/NGYouthSDGs International Youth Day Innovation Challenge 2020 #IYDInnovationChallenge
This year, the United Nation’s International Youth Day 2020 is focused on “Youth Engagement for Global Action” and explores medium engage youth from the local level to the global level. There is no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic has proven to be a serious challenge but it has also presented an opportunity, notably for several young people in Nigeria…
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Lexus Design Award for Emerging Designers & Creators Worldwide 2021
Today Lexus announced the call for entries for the Lexus Design Award 2021. Since 2013, the worldwide design competition has served as a platform for emerging designers and creators whose works can lead to a better future. Every year the event attracts thousands of entrants from around the world who aspire to win the coveted award for innovative…
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Lex:lead Essay Competition 2020 for Students in Developing Countries
2020 Essay Competition – http://www.lex-lead.org/Scholarships.php Up to US$500 awards are to be made in February 2021 to the top-ranked essays answering this year’s essay question: How can laws promoting gender and disability rights support economic development? HOW CAN LAWS PROMOTING GENDER AND DISABILITY RIGHTS SUPPORT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT? Register by 31 October 2020; essays due 31 December 2020 (no extensions). Essays accepted from…
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Innovating Justice Challenge 2020 for Startups in the Justice Sector (10,000 EUR Funding)
https://www.hiil.org/innovating-justice-challenge/ The Call for Innovations is now open: join the Innovating Justice Challenge 2020 The Innovating Justice Challenge invites all startups that are transforming the justice sector to become part of our 2020 accelerator cohort. Are you a startup addressing justice problems and want to grow into an impactful business? Do you want to be part of our…
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UNWTO Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Global Startup Competition 2020
https://www.unwto.org/unwto-sustainable-development-goals-global-startup-competition SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS GLOBAL STARTUP COMPETITION Dive into the world’s largest call to reach the most disruptive startups that directly contribute to accelerating the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Led by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the UN agency responsible for promoting sustainable, accessible and inclusive tourism, this Competition aims to encourage the global innovation…
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AdamStart COVINATOR Teen Prize 2020 Application
We are proud to officially announce that the AdamStart COVINATOR Teen Prize is now officially open. The 4-week worldwide campaign is calling all young creative minds to submit an innovative response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The ideas will directly benefit and/or support their local community during the prevention, control, and/or limitation phases of the virus. The COVINATOR…
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Visas for Creation Application 2020 for Artists and Curators in Africa & Caribbean
Visas for Creation Program Application 2020 for Artists and Curators in Africa & Caribbean Visas for creation is part of the Africa and Caribbean cultural cooperation mission. This programme supports artistic emergence in Africa and in the Caribbean through residencies in mainland France and in its overseas territories. It allows recipients to develop a creative or…
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Project NINJA Business Plan Competition in response to COVID-19 (up to USD $30,000)
Project NINJA Business Plan Competition in response to COVID-19 (up to USD $30,000) Applications are open for the Project NINJA Business Plan Competition 2020 in response to COVID-19. The NINJA Business Plan Competition will target startups and organizations from 19 African countries. The application is open for startups/organizations in all sectors with a specific focus on emerging…
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Maltina Teacher of the Year Competition 2020
https://maltinateacheroftheyear.com/ Maltina Teacher of the Year Competition 2020 Maltina is the smooth, nourishing malt drink with complete richness. Launched as a food supplement, Maltina is fortified with Vitamins and Calcium for healthy families. Maltina remains the category leader with its innovations and message of sharing happiness. Applications are hereby invited for: Title: Maltina Teacher of…
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Enter Competition – Farmz2u ‘Food For Thought’ Essay 2020 for Nigerians
https://www.farmz2u.com/ – Enter Competition – Farmz2u ‘Food For Thought’ Essay 2020 for Nigerians Applications are open for the Farmz2u ‘Food For Thought’ Essay Competition 2020 for Nigerians. The ‘Food For Thought’ Challenge is focused on the SDGs 2 – Zero Hunger and SDG 12 – Responsible Production and Consumption. It aims to sensitize the youth of the numerous…
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Ministry Of Youth And Sport 60 Days App Development Challenge – N1 Million Prize
https://www.appchallengenigeria.com/apply/ Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development 60 Days App Development Challenge In response to the on-going Covid-19 Pandemic and beyond. The Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development in Partnership with the Public and Private Sectors invite Nigerian youth to participate in the 60-Day App Development challenge aimed at engaging young Nigerians in…
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FITC Youth Connect Essay Challenge 2020
https://fitc-ng.com/fitc-2020-essay-competition.php -FITC Youth Connect Essay Challenge 2020 FITC was established in 1981 as a Limited by Guarantee not for profit professional services organisation, based on the Company’s Act of 1968. It was created in response to the recommendations of the Pius Okigbo Committee, which was set-up by the Federal Government of Nigeria in 1976, to…
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Aminiya-Trust Newspaper Hausa Language Short Story Writing Competition 2020
Open Arts Foundation is an arts and literary collective based in Kaduna, Nigeria. In conjunction with Gandun Kalmomi, they are calling for entries for the: Title: 2020 Aminiya-Trust Hausa Short Writing Competition Location: Nigeria Summary This is a brand-new Short Story Writing Competition sponsored by Aminiya-Trust newspapers that hopes to serve as a beacon for the…
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UNICEF Nigeria COVID-19 Innovation Challenge 2020
United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) Nigeria, together with government, private sector and global partners, invite applications from suitably qualified candidates for: Title: COVID-19 Innovation Challenge 2020 Location: Nigeria Background UNICEF Nigeria, together with government, private sector and global partners, launched a design challenge targeting Nigerian youth inspiring them to create solution to the COVID-19…
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How To Apply For Big Brother Naija Season 5 Auditions 2020
Big Brother Nigeria commences Auditions for Big Brother Naija season 5 2020. The Big Brother Naija Audition is an online Audition open for only persons over 21 with a valid Nigerian passport. How To Apply: You are expected to record a two-minute video of yourself stating why you should be picked to be a Housemate…
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I Choose Life Campaign (Covid19 600k Winning Prize)
The Federal Government has launched the ‘I Choose Life’ campaign, in partnership with some stakeholders, to support the youth to cope with challenges they face from disruption to the life they are used to as a result of the lockdown put in place to curtail the spread of COVID-19. N600,000 to be won in 4…
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Dangote Salt Art Challenge 2020 (Get Creative and Win)
Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates with a hard – earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa. Applications are invited for: Title: Dangote Salt Art Challenge Theme: “Get Creative” Requirements The competition is open to…
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2020 Excellent Minds Initiative Essay Competition
Excellent Minds Initiative (EMI) – Applications are invited from undergraduate students in the Nigerian tertiary institutions to participate in the competition below: Title: 4th Edition of the Annual Excellent Minds Essay Competition Preamble The essay competition is focused on promoting critical thinking, harnessing ideas and developing the talents, abilities, gifts and skills inherent in the…
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2020 Consolidated Hallmark Insurance Plc Annual Essay Competition
Consolidated Hallmark Insurance in line with its Corporate Social Responsibility policy of encouraging, research especially in the study of insurance at tertiary level, hereby invites entries for the 2020 Edition of the company’s Annual Essay Competition. Essay Topic: Financial Technology Disruption in the Banking Sector and Lessons for the Insurance Industry, a Case Study of…
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2020 Toyota Nigeria Dream Car Art Contest
The Toyota Dream Car Art Contest is a global art contest from the stable of Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) Japan. The contest is open to Nigerian children who are under the age of 8 and 15 out of which nine contestants will emerge finalists. How will your dream car make the world a better place?…
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2020 Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) Prize Awards
Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG), invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for its yearly literary and science awards, the categories are listed below: 1.) 2020 Nigeria LNG (NLNG) Prize for Literature Deadline: 31st March, 2020 Click Here To View Details And Apply 2.) 2020 Nigeria LNG (NLNG) Prize for Science Deadline: 30th April, 2020. Click…
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2020 Nigeria LNG (NLNG) Prize for Literary Criticism Award
Nigeria LNG (NLNG) Limited – The Literary Criticism Award – The yearly prize is endowed by Nigeria LNG (NLNG) Limited to honour the author of the best work. To encourage literary criticism, the Advisory Board of the Nigeria Prize for Literature will reward one critic with the sum of N1,000,000.00. Entries are hereby invited for:…
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2020 Nigeria LNG (NLNG) Prize for Literature
The Nigeria Prize for Literature – The yearly literary prize is endowed by Nigeria LNG (NLNG) Limited to honour the author of the best book by a Nigerian within the last four years. The prize rotates among four literary genres – prose fiction, poetry, drama and childrens literature. This year, the competition is for Prose…
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2020 Nigeria LNG (NLNG) Prize for Science
Nigeria LNG (NLNG) Limited invites entries for The Nigeria Prize for Science, in line with its vision of helping to build a better Nigeria. This annual prize for science is endowed by Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) to recognise outstanding scientific achievements by Nigerians and non-Nigerians alike for advancing scientific solutions to prescribed problems afflicting Nigeria,…
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2020 Toyota Nigeria Dream Car Art Contest
The Toyota Dream Car Art Contest is a global art contest from the stable of Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) Japan. The contest is open to Nigerian children who are under the age of 8 and 15 out of which nine contestants will emerge finalists. How will your dream car make the world a better place?…
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Excellent Minds Initiative (EMI) Nationwide Essay Competition 2020
Excellent Minds Initiative (EMI) – Applications are invited from undergraduate students in the Nigerian tertiary institutions to participate in the 4th Edition of the Annual Excellent Minds Essay Competition. Title: 2020 Excellent Minds Essay Competition Location: Nationwide Preamble The essay competition is focused on promoting critical thinking, harnessing ideas and developing the talents, abilities, gifts…
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UBA Foundation National Essay Competition 2019
UBA Foundation, the CRS arm of the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, invites applications from Senior Secondary school students in Nigeria for: Title: UBA Foundation National Essay Competition 2019 Summary UBA Foundation, the CRS arm of the United Bank for Africa (UBA) PLC, announces the commencement of the 2019 edition of the National Essay…
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2019 UBA Foundation National Essay Competition
UBA Foundation, the CRS arm of the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, invites applications from Senior Secondary school students in Nigeria for: Title: UBA Foundation National Essay Competition 2019 Summary UBA Foundation, the CRS arm of the United Bank for Africa (UBA) PLC, announces the commencement of the 2019 edition of the National Essay…