Following a triumphant inaugural edition, the Kofi Annan Award for Innovation in Africa (KAAIA) is now accepting applications, with a focus on tech-driven solutions to ensure zero hunger throughout the continent.
The KAAIA, orchestrated by the Austrian Federal Chancellery in partnership with the Kofi Annan Foundation, invites entrepreneurial startups with verified business models and observable social impact to submit their plans. The aim is to scale their positive impact and benefit a larger number of Africans.
The KAAIA aims to highlight the potential of African entrepreneurs in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. It seeks to support tech-enabled solutions and strategies that improve food security and systems across African nations.
What the Kofi Annan Award is looking for
The 2024 Kofi Annan Award for Innovation in Africa seeks to support technology-powered solutions and approaches that are helping to improve food security and systems in African countries.
It’s welcoming applications from social entrepreneurs with digital or technology-powered solutions for people in Africa. Innovations should address one or more of the following priority topics:
- Inclusion of marginalized groups in food security
- Enhanced nutrition for women
- Circular solutions and reduction of post-harvest losses
Startups interested in this opportunity have until February 8 to submit their applications.
