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Africa Internet of Things & Artificial Intelligence Challenge

Africa IoT & AI Challenge is a regional challenge for entrepreneurs with innovative ideas in the areas of the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and related fields.

partners

Our Main Partners

IEEE - Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

IEEE is the world’s largest technical professional organization dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity.

IEEE TEMS - lEEE Technology and Engineering Management Society

The IEEE Technology and Engineering Management Society, encompasses the management sciences and practices required for defining, implementing, and managing engineering and technology.

IEEE Africa Council

IEEE Africa Council is the umbrella organization which provides a centralized coordinating body of all IEEE Sections and Subsections in the African region.

Global Innovation & Entrepreneurship (GIE)

The Global Innovation & Entrepreneurship (GIE) Company works with the aim of supporting the innovation ecosystem in the MENA region and worldwide. It has various projects, programs, and initiatives in the fields of innovation and entrepreneurship.

Challenge Categories

Smart-Manufacturing

Smart-Transportation

Sports Tech

Smart Homes

Smart Cities

Smart Buildings

Smart Agriculture

Retail & ECommerce

Other

Healthcare

FinTech

Energy

Education

Automotive

Eligibility

Who is Eligible?

Startups

The Africa IoT & AI Challenge is calling all innovative entrepreneurs in the fields of IoT and AI! This regional challenge offers a chance for founders and co-founders of startups to showcase their ideas and be recognized as leaders in the emerging tech landscape. In order to participate, you must be an African citizen over the age of 18, a founder or co-founder of a startup, and your startup must be in the post-idea stage with a developed prototype or product. By participating in this challenge, you will have access to a regional community of investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts. This is a fantastic opportunity to network, gain exposure, and drive growth for your startup. Don’t miss this exciting chance to share your vision, showcase your skills, and make a difference in the world by participating in the Africa IoT & AI Challenge.