Applications for the Ocean Innovation Africa Startup Pitch Competition in 2023 are currently open.
For the 4th consecutive year, Ocean Innovation Africa will give the most innovative African ocean-impact startups the exposure they deserve. The annual summit is the principal gathering of investors, industry players and public authorities working towards ocean sustainability in Africa and has become a benchmark for ocean innovation on the continent. This is your moment to connect with ocean-focused Angel Investors, VCs, industry experts, corporates, and grant providers.
Worth of Award
- Cash prizes sponsored by the French Embassy in South Africa
First Prize R15,000.00
Second Prize R11,250.00
Third Prize R7,500.00 - Selection to take part in Monaco Ocean Week – receive a fully funded trip from Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation to take part in the Ocean Innovators Platform at Monaco Ocean Week
- up to R7,500 reimbursement for costs of visa, return flight tickets, food and on-site transport expenses; accommodation and delegate pass to summit provided
Eligibility
- Your start-up is ocean-minded: it has a direct or indirect positive impact on the oceans (addressing climate change, pollution or over-exploitation of the ocean)
- You have a revenue generating business model and operate in Africa
- You have a scalable service or product available on the market or soon to be available on the market
- Your company has been incorporated for less than 3 years
- Your product or service is clearly innovative and/or your business model is disruptive
- Capacity to be in Cape Town (South Africa) in-person on 21st-24th February 2023
How to Apply
Apply for the Ocean Innovation Africa Startup Pitch Competition online via the official website.
Deadline: The limit to register is January 29, 2023.