The Anambra State Government has opened applications for an exciting startup competition called ‘Battle4Solutions’, offering over N100 million in cash prizes to Nigerian startups and tech innovators.
This competition, which is part of Anambra Innovation Week 2024, aims to empower young minds and entrepreneurs with digital solutions that drive economic growth in Anambra.
About Battle4Solutions
Battle4Solutions is designed to bring Nigeria’s top innovators, students, tech enthusiasts, and startups together to pitch ideas that tackle key societal challenges across fields like digital health, renewable energy, e-commerce, agritech, fintech, environment, and education. By focusing on these crucial areas, the competition seeks to develop impactful solutions that address specific socio-economic issues in Africa and foster digital transformation in Anambra.
Focus Areas and Key Criteria
Participants are encouraged to create scalable and user-friendly technological solutions, with a focus on:
- Healthcare Solutions: Scalable across urban and rural areas, with secure data integration and real-time consultation features.
- Ease of Use: Interfaces that are intuitive for both end-users and service providers.
- Scalability and Impact: Solutions that can grow beyond Anambra and make a significant positive impact.
Eligibility
- Open to teams of 2-5 participants, including innovators, developers, students, and entrepreneurs from Anambra and across Nigeria.
- Participants should be available to attend Anambra Innovation Week 2024.
Evaluation Criteria
Entries will be assessed on:
- Innovation: Creativity and uniqueness of the solution.
- Impact: How effectively the solution addresses the targeted issue.
- Scalability: Potential for expansion and adaptability.
- Feasibility: Practicality and sustainability of the idea.
- User Experience: Accessibility and engagement of the solution.
Prize Structure
- Winner: ₦5,000,000
- 2nd Position: ₦3,000,000
- 3rd Position: ₦1,500,000
Application Details
Applications are open until November 20, 2024. Click here to apply. For those interested in applying, this is an excellent opportunity to showcase innovative ideas and contribute to Anambra’s digital transformation and economic growth.