AfricaTech Award for African Startups 2026

📝 About Viva Technology AfricaTech Award for African Startups

The Viva Technology AfricaTech Award aims to showcase the abundance of talent and innovation in Africa while creating new opportunities for emerging startups across the continent.

• Event Highlights:
  • The six finalists will be invited to pitch at VivaTech 2026 in June.
  • The winner will be announced alongside other award recipients during the VivaTech Global Awards Ceremony, gaining significant visibility and a prominent spotlight throughout the event.

🎁 Benefits of the Award

• Top 30 Startups:

  • Receive a VivaTech Startup Pass.

• Six Finalists:

  • Free booth in the AfricaTech Village.
  • Travel package.
  • Onstage pitch opportunity.
  • Meetings with venture capitalists (VCs).
  • Strong visibility throughout the event.

• Winner:

  • Pitch at the VivaTech Global Awards Ceremony.
  • Gain extensive visibility.
  • Receive mentoring from jury members.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Viva Technology AfricaTech Award, startups must meet the following requirements:

1. The startup must have its main office located in Africa.
2. The startup must offer a solution or product that addresses the African market.
3. The startup must have raised more than USD 150,000.

📅 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: 16 February, 2026
• To apply, visit the official application portal.

🌐 Additional Information

• For more details, visit the Viva Technology AfricaTech Award page.
• Apply directly via the application link.

This is a fantastic opportunity for African startups to gain global recognition and access valuable resources to scale their businesses. Don't miss out!

• Top 30 startups: Receive a VivaTech Startup Pass.
• Six finalists: Free booth in AfricaTech Village, travel package, onstage pitch, VC meetings, and strong visibility.
• Winner: Pitch at the VivaTech Global Awards Ceremony, gain extensive visibility, and receive mentoring from jury members.