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Call for Applications: The Kofi Annan Award for Innovation in Africa

The second edition of the Kofi Annan Award for Innovation in Africa is now open for applications!

After a successful first edition, the second edition of the Kofi Annan Award for Innovation in Africa is committed to identifying and supporting innovative solutions that enhance food security and food systems resilience throughout Africa.

As such, we seek innovative solutions from across Africa that contribute to Sustainable Development Goal 2, Zero Hunger, with a strong focus on achieving food security and improving nutrition.

What we’re 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.

We welcome 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

Apply Now

Apply by 8th February 2024!