Deadline: 7 September 2018
Applications are open for Africa Innovates for the SDGs is a new award for African social innovators with exceptional ideas and initiatives linked to any of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The Co-Chair of the Group of Eminent Advocates for the SDGs and President of Ghana, His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, launched the award for a new generation of early-stage social innovators in Africa who are solving pressing problems in the SDG focus areas. The award will put a spotlight on the winning SDG innovators and raise awareness around their work.
Sustainable Development Goals
- No Poverty
- Zero Hunger
- Good Health and Well Being
- Quality education
- Gender Equality
- Clean water and sanitation
- Affordable and clean energy
- Decent work and economic growth
- Industry, Inovation and Infrasturture
- Reduced Inequlities
- Sustainable cities and communities
- Responsible consumption and production
- climate action
- Life below water
- Life on land
- Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
- Partnerships for the Goals
Benefits
Selected innovators will receive funding to develop and scale their innovations to become financially sustainable and reach as many beneficiaries as possible. Successful applicants will receive regional exposure and a cash award.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant must be a citizen of any African country or a resident in any African countries for a minimum of 3 consecutive years.
- Applicant must be 18 years or older.
General Criteria
The solutions submitted to Africa Innovates for the SDGs must:
- Be unique, new and innovative.
- Clearly contribute to one or more of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.
- Have already been tested or have proven impact.
- Have the potential to create strong and meaningful impact on society especially for large numbers of people.
How to Apply
Applicants can apply online via given website.
For more information, please visit Africa Innovates for the SDGs.