Prizes & Awards

Call for Nominations: WFF Transformative Research Challenge 2023

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Call for Nominations: WFF Transformative Research Challenge 2023

Nominations are now open for the WFF Transformative Research Challenge 2023 – “Role of Water in Agrifood Systems Transformation” Special Prize co-hosted with International Water Management Institute (IWMI) MENA Region, Food and Agriculture Youth Institute (FAYI – IAAS), to address one of the most pressing challenges of the time: water scarcity. As the largest water user worldwide, […]

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Open the Knowledge Journalism Awards 2023 at Wikimedia Foundation

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Open the Knowledge Journalism Awards 2023 at Wikimedia Foundation

The Wikimedia Foundation has launched the inaugural Open the Knowledge Journalism Awards, to celebrate the contributions of journalists in Africa who prioritize diversity, equity and inclusion in their reporting. The awards recognize the essential role journalists play in creating well-researched articles that volunteer editors can use as source materials to develop content on Wikipedia and […]

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World Bank International Corruption Hunters Alliance Blog Contest 2023

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World Bank International Corruption Hunters Alliance Blog Contest 2023

In an effort to find a common solution to a common challenge, the World Bank would like to hear the views of African youth on the challenges of corruption. Based on the situation in your country, answer the following question: How can young people work with their governments, academia, and civil society organizations to speak […]

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ICAN & Bank of Industry iHack4SDG Challenge 2023 (WIN N3.5 million in cash prizes)

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ICAN & Bank of Industry iHack4SDG Challenge 2023 (WIN N3.5 million in cash prizes)

Applications for the ICAN & Bank of Industry iHack4SDG Challenge 2023 are now open. ICAN-BOI, in collaboration with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria and the Bank of Industry, will gather a new generation of innovative thinkers from across the tech industry to tackle some of the most pressing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), tagged iHack4SDG […]

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Applications Open for Young Audiences Music Awards 2023

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Applications Open for Young Audiences Music Awards 2023

The YAMawards are the international music awards that honour creativity and innovation in Young Audiences Music productions. Since the YAMawards launched in 2008 only the best of the best in Young Audiences Music productions have prevailed. The level of craft, depth of storytelling and passion inherent to each finalist and winner, a testament to what […]

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2023 African Fact-Checking Awards ($3,000 cash prize)

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2023 African Fact-Checking Awards ($3,000 cash prize)

The African Fact-Checking Awards, the longest-running awards programme honouring fact-checking journalism by the media in Africa, are in their tenth year. The awards have three categories, with honours going to a winner and a runner-up. The categories are: Awards Eligibility Judging Criteria Entries are judged based on the following criteria: Application Submit applications before midnight […]

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His Highness Muhammad Sanusi II 2023 SDG Challenge (Win up to $10,000)

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His Highness Muhammad Sanusi II 2023 SDG Challenge (Win up to $10,000)

His Highness Muhammad Sanusi II, 14th Emir of Kano & UN Advocate of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), in partnership with 1 Million Teachers launched the annual MSII SDG Challenge in 2021. The aim of this challenge is to catalyze and empower teachers in developing innovative community projects focusing on SDG 4 – Quality Education, […]

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How to Apply for Youth Ecopreneur Awards 2023

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How to Apply for Youth Ecopreneur Awards 2023

Are you a youth entrepreneur who is committed to making a positive impact on our planet through sustainable business practices? If so, don’t miss the chance to apply for the Youth Ecopreneur Awards 2023, taking place at the World Export Development Forum (WEDF) in Mongolia. These awards, implemented by the Ye! Community from the International Trade […]

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Apply to Join the Next Titan Africa 2023 ($100,000 grand prize)

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Apply to Join the Next Titan Africa 2023 ($100,000 grand prize)

Applications for the Next Titan Africa 2023 are now open. The Next Titan Africa is a 12-week Entrepreneurial Reality TV show, and it gives an opportunity to young talented Africans who have great, innovative and unbeatable business ideas, to compete against one another in real-life entrepreneurial challenges in a bid to ultimately win Grand Prize to start […]

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NGFP Young Voices Award 2023 Application Link

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NGFP Young Voices Award 2023 Application Link

Are you a 12-17 year old with a passion to create a better future? Then the Next Generation Foresight Practitioners (NGFP) Young Voices Award 2023 is the perfect opportunity for you!  They are looking for young people with innovative ideas and projects to make the world a better place. NGFP recognises the immense potential young people have […]

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