MTN Africa PachiPanda Challenge 2024 for Youth-Led SMEs

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Applications are open for the MTN Africa PachiPanda Challenge 2024 for Youth-Led SMEs. Apply Below

When is the Application Deadline:

The application deadline for the MTN Africa PachiPanda Challenge 2024 for Youth-Led SMEs is September 30, 2024.

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Tell Me About The Award:

The Africa PachiPanda Challenge is a joint effort by MTN and WWF to inspire and support innovative solutions addressing pressing environmental challenges across the continent. Also, this program aligns with WWFโ€™s global goals, its Africa Strategy, and its established practices. It also adds significant value to the Mobilising More for Climate (MM4C) Program. Specifically, the challenge contributes to achieving WWFโ€™s core objectives of zero habitat loss, preventing species extinction, and promoting healthy populations. Furthermore, WWFโ€™s Africa Strategy, titled โ€œMaking Nature Count,โ€ aims to ensure that the value of Africaโ€™s natural capital is fully integrated into decision-making by governments, corporations, financial institutions, and society.

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Which Fields are Eligible?

Entrepreneurs 

Type:

Contest

Who can Apply?

Applicants are to meet the following criteria:

  • Applicants must be young people aged 16 to 35 years.
  • Youth-led SMEs and entrepreneurs are eligible.
  • Individuals and organizations working towards sustainable development in participating countries are considered.
  • Employees in these sectors seeking ways to enhance business sustainability are also eligible.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

African countries 

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Where will the Award be Taken?

Africa 

How Many Awards?

Not specified

What is the Benefit of the Award?

The winning team (first prize) from each country will receive prizes valued at 5000 USD. They will also advance to the Africa PachiPanda contest where they compete in the final.

How to Apply:

To apply, visit the official wbepage below.

Visit the Award Webpage for Details

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