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Apply Now: $50,000 for Your African AgriTech Startup Business Idea

By Wayan Vota on September 9, 2024

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In the rapidly evolving world of AgriTech, innovation needs the right conditions to flourish. While many African entrepreneurs possess bold visions, they often face challenges in accessing the necessary resources and networks to bring their ideas to fruition.

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Supporting African startup companies that align with agriculture technology goals can target local challenges, such as limited access to weather predictions, crop information, and processing methods, leveraging technology to bridge gaps and uplift underserved communities. Investors in these firms can generate profits and contribute to socioeconomic progress and poverty reduction.

$50,000 AgriTech Startup Pitch Competition

MEST Africa Challenge 2024 is open to early-stage agritech startups that have at least $5,000 in monthly recurring revenue for at least six months, raised less than $1 million and are less than three years old. They should be from key West African markets, including Benin, Cape Verde, Côte d’Ivoire, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Mali, and Togo.

The winning startup will receive $50,000 in equity funding along with access to MEST’s extensive global network, unlocking valuable partnerships, mentorship, and investment opportunities to accelerate their growth and global presence.

Apply Now! Deadline is October 4, 2024.

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Wayan Vota co-founded ICTworks. He also co-founded Technology Salon, MERL Tech, ICTforAg, ICT4Djobs, ICT4Drinks, JadedAid, Kurante, OLPC News and a few other things. Opinions expressed here are his own and do not reflect the position of his employer, any of its entities, or any ICTWorks sponsor.
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8 Comments to “Apply Now: $50,000 for Your African AgriTech Startup Business Idea”

  1. Abel R. Okai says:

    Prosperity Multipurpose Enterprise is committed to empowering local farming communities by providing essential agriculture tools and offering training in agribusiness for their sustainability. We focus on livestock, aquaculture, poultry, and various crops to drive profit and capacity-building. Our goal is to elevate agriculture by equipping the first 50 local farming groups with technical skills in agriculture management through training and support. We also collaborate with organizations and foundations to enhance effective farming practices and expand the market for aquatic, livestock, and poultry farming.

  2. Ikah Festus Agha says:

    I wish to apply for the 50,000usd Agric tech start up business idea to use for my poultry business

  3. I am Elisa,
    I have a startup called Tyaza Limited, located in Rwanda, Our Aim is to solve technological and agricultural problems, by developing technological tools like software, web applications, and systems to support farmers in solving different problems like drought, advertisement, publishing their activities, and their harvest, and developing smart farms.

    Thank you I am looking forward to your incomparable support in terms of finance and advice.

    Best regards.

  4. Antwi Adedayo says:

    Good day,
    Thank you for this publication. It’s what is needed in most part of Africa countries.
    However, I did not find my country NIgeria name on the list of countries listed.
    I am into livestock farming (birds, fish and goat) but in need of support to make it up to the vision I have for the business.

    Since Nigeria is not included, what do you advise I should do?

    Thank you very much for creating opportunities for Africa.

    Regards,

    Antwi

    • Jane says:

      We often read to respond not to comprehend, Nigeria of course is the Giant of Africa, there’s absolutely nothing tangible can be successful without a mention or involvement of Nigeria in it, I advise you go back and read it thoroughly to understand.

  5. Abdganiyu Kolawole says:

    Am a registered farm enterprise dealing in farm machinery repair and maintenances also into arable farm,am looking forward to see what can be additional activities for this enterprise to grow.

  6. Philip Nzuma says:

    Hello we are based in eastern Kenya and registered project improving Livelihood of poor and community development looking for financial support to to build a sustainable future for over 125 families and beyond

  7. Jean Pierre TWIZEYEYEZU says:

    My name is Jean Pierre Twizeyeyezu, a young Rwandan who initially studied agriculture in high school before becoming a legal practitioner with various law degrees, including a Master’s degree in International Law.

    Recognizing the crucial role agriculture plays in the Rwandan community and beyond, I have initiated a project aimed at training farmers on how to enhance their harvests through modern agricultural practices. However, to implement this project successfully, I require support. With the Rwandan population steadily increasing and agricultural land remaining static, it is essential that we manage our land responsibly.

    By adopting modern technologies and sustainable practices, we can optimize land use and improve agricultural productivity. My project not only seeks to empower farmers with knowledge and skills but also aims to promote sustainable farming methods that protect the environment. Ultimately, I believe that investing in agriculture is key to ensuring food security and economic growth in Rwanda.