Startup Pitch Competition
Ignite Your Startup Journey at the Indaba Pitch Competition
Join us for an unparalleled opportunity to propel your startup to new heights. The Inaugural Indaba Startup Pitch Competition is designed to connect you with industry leaders and potential investors, offering a unique platform to showcase your innovation.
Discover the Indaba Startup Pitch Competition
The Inaugural Indaba Startup Pitch Competition is a groundbreaking event within the Indaba community, aimed at fostering entrepreneurship and innovation across Africa. This competition is a collaborative effort with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), providing a comprehensive support pipeline for startups. It is a pivotal part of the Indaba week, offering a platform for startups to gain visibility, mentorship, and potential investment opportunities.
Explore the Startup Pipeline
Pre-Indaba Preparation
Startups will undergo a rigorous selection process, followed by online coaching to perfect their pitches before the event.
In-Person Mentorship
Engage in hands-on mentorship sessions with industry experts to refine your pitch and enhance your business strategy.
The Pitch Competition
Experience an exhilarating pitch session where each team presents their ideas in a dynamic 3-minute pitch followed by a rapid Q&A with judges.
Awards & Recognition
Cloud Credit Prize
Winners will receive $15,000 in cloud credits, empowering them to scale their technological infrastructure and innovate further.
AI for Good Summit Invitation
Victorious startups will be invited to the AI for Good summit organized by the ITU, offering unparalleled networking opportunities with global AI leaders.
Announcement
The winners will be officially announced and celebrated during the main Deep Learning Indaba closing ceremony.
Eligibility Criteria
Who Can Apply?
This competition is open to startups at the Proof of Concept (POC) stage or beyond that are ready to take their venture to the next level. Participation is open only for the attendees of the 2026 Indaba.
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