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2nd ECOWAS STARTUP AWARDS 2026
Are you leading an innovative startup in West Africa? Try to win up to $30,000 US and take your business to the regional level!
The 2nd edition will bring together 60 startups from ECOWAS Member States. It features a masterclasses, startup clinics, pitch competitions, exhibitions, investor deal rooms, policy dialogues, and post-award acceleration support.
Priority Sectors
The focus will be on the following six priority sectors:
- EdTech and Skills Development.
- HealthTech
- AgriTech and Food Systems.
- FinTech
- CleanTech, Climate and Green Innovation.
- Tourism, Hospitality and TravelTech.
Eligibility
- Be native and based in a ECOWAS country.
- At least 2 years of existence and a functional product.
- (Female candidates highly encouraged).
Benefits to All Participants
- 6 months acceleration program, capacity building and mentorship support
- Regional visibility
- Access to investors
- Networking opportunities
Prizes Awards
🥇 1st Prize: $30,000 US
🥈 2nd Prize: $20,000 US
🥉 3rd Prize: $15,000 US
Important Dates
Closing: August 31, 2026 (22:59 GMT)
Event: September 28–30, 2026 in Abuja (Nigeria)
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Interested and Qualified candidates start up want join challenge use link below to Apply.
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