Application is now open for the Startup Innovation Challenge 2026 – An online innovation challenge and business growth experience designed for startups, SMEs, tech innovators and entrepreneurs across Nigeria.
Benefits of Participation
- Over ₦100 million worth of prizes (cash + AWS credit + mentorship + resources/business support)
- A chance to access at least ₦1,500,000 in AWS credit from Transnet Cloud, her Nigerian partner, which enables you to host your platform on the cloud with zero upfront fees.
- Mentorship, visibility, and investor-readiness support
- A free AWS-powered environment to continue building your tech-enabled solution
Criteria for Participation
- Both genders (age is not a restriction)
- Nigerians or any other Africans
- Non-Africans building for the African market
- Your solution is tech-enabled
- You have at least a working prototype/MVP for your solution (with a functional website)
How to Apply
Interested entrepreneurs should submit their applications on the Startup Abuja portal. The application for the Innovation Challenge should include a detailed business plan, a pitch deck, and any relevant supporting documents. The application deadline is Sunday, May 31, 2026.
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