The New York Forum Institute has announced the extension of the Africa forum award to July 31.
The award will support talents and most creative initiatives, particularly those with a creative social impact components.
QUALIFICATION CRITERIA:
- The start-up must be an independent company formed less than three years ago with a year of activity
- 100% of the capital is provided by African nationals
- The start-up’s activity is based in Africa
Worth
100,000€ grant provided by the New York Forum Institute, founded by Richard Attias, to be allocated among the 4 laureates as follows:
- 1st prize: 50,000€
- 2nd prize: 30,000€
- 3rd prize: 10,000€
- 4th prize: 10,000€
The Top 50 of the most innovative African start-ups
The African Start-up laureates will gain unprecedented visibility by the 1,500 participants expected at the New York Forum AFRICA 2015 in Libreville, joining economic and political stakeholders from Africa and the rest of the world and via Le Point.
- The 4 laureates will be invited to attend the New York Forum AFRICA, August 28-30 2015, with return flights and accommodation expenses covered.
- The laureates will be promoted in Le PointAugust 27, 2015 edition distributed during the NYFA and on Le Point Afrique website (founder photo and company profile).
- They will have the opportunity to join a special plenary session during the NYFA to share their entrepreneurial experience with young Africans and inspire them.
- The Top 50 companies will also be presented in Le PointAugust 27 2015 edition and will be invited to attend the NYFA 2015.
For more information and to apply visit here
