13th Continental Essay Competition 2025/2026

📝 About the Competition

The 13th Continental Essay Competition 2025/2026, organized by the Africa Organization for Standardization (ARSO), is a prestigious platform dedicated to fostering creativity, innovation, and critical thinking among the youth across Africa. Each year, students are invited to explore pressing topics, share their perspectives, and contribute to the ongoing dialogue on sustainable development and standards in Africa.

📅 Opportunity Details

• Date Published: October 21, 2025
• Application Deadline: February 28, 2026
• Category: Contest

🎁 Benefits

Continental Level

• 1st Winner: $1,000
• 2nd Winner: $800
• 3rd Winner: $500

National Level

• 1st Winner: N250,000
• 2nd Winner: N200,000
• 3rd Winner: N150,000

✅ Eligibility Criteria

• Open to citizens of all African countries.
• Applicants must be below the age of 35 years, living in Africa, and studying in a university, polytechnic, or college recognized by the local commission for university education or equivalent body in their countries.

📄 Application Date and Process

Resources for Application:

• Concept Note: Download here
• Registration Form: Download here

Additional Resources:

• 10th Continental Essay Competition Concept Note: Download PDF
• 11th Continental Essay Competition Concept Note: Download PDF

📌 Application Deadline

February 28, 2026

🌐 Application Portal

For more details, visit the official Africa Organization for Standardization (ARSO) 13th Continental Essay Competition page.

To apply, download the Registration Form.

• Continental Level:
  • 1st winner: $1,000
  • 2nd winner: $800
  • 3rd winner: $500
• National Level:
  • 1st winner: N250,000
  • 2nd Winner: N200,000
  • 3rd winner: N150,000