MEST Africa Challenge 2026
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Applications are closed
The deadline was Aug 30, 2026. This page stays online as a record of the call.
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About this Program
A Pan-African pitch competition for tech startups looking to scale into new markets.
Benefits & What You Get
$50k equity investment; membership in MEST hub; global visibility.
Eligibility
Early-stage tech startups in Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, Senegal, or South Africa.