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THRIVE Global Impact Challenge now accepting applications from African agrifood startups

The THRIVE Global Impact Challenge is now accepting applications from African agrifood startups, offering a chance to win a $1 million prize. This challenge aims to support the transition to a net-zero agricultural future by funding innovative solutions. As a global initiative, the THRIVE Global Impact Challenge seeks to identify the most ground-breaking enterprises working

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The THRIVE Global Impact Challenge is now accepting applications from African agrifood startups, offering a chance to win a $1 million prize.

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This challenge aims to support the transition to a net-zero agricultural future by funding innovative solutions.

As a global initiative, the THRIVE Global Impact Challenge seeks to identify the most ground-breaking enterprises working towards a sustainable agricultural future.

The challenge emphasizes five primary themes crucial for achieving a net-zero agricultural future, aligning with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.

The THRIVE Global Impact Summit will announce the overall winner after finalists from each theme submit their pitches in the finals.

The winning company will receive the THRIVE Global Impact Challenge Award, which includes:

  • A spot in THRIVE’s acclaimed Global Accelerator Programme
  • Up to USD 1 million investment from SVG Ventures
  • The opportunity to pitch live at the THRIVE Global Impact Summit in Silicon Valley
  • Two complimentary tickets to the THRIVE Global Impact Summit and pre-summit networking reception

Finalists will present their innovative solutions to investors, government officials, and industry leaders on November 7.

The application deadline is July 12.

For applications and more information, visit their website.

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Greg Stewart

Reporting for Business Tech Africa on the funding, tools and strategy shaping the continent's founders and SMEs.

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