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Orange Social Venture Prize 2026 (OSVP) - 16th Edition

Annual prize for tech startups in 17 OMEA countries using AI, big data or cybersecurity for social and environmental impact. EUR 70,000 total prize pool.

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Key Information
Organisation
Orange
Location
Africa & Middle East (17 OMEA countries)
Status
Closed
Application Deadline
May 10, 2026
Program Type
Competition
Amount
EUR 70,000
Size
small
Cohort
2026 (16th Edition)
Language
English
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About this Program

The 16th edition of the Orange Social Ventures Prize in Africa and the Middle East (OSVP) recognises young entrepreneurs using emerging technologies (AI, big data, cybersecurity) to address social and environmental challenges. Open in 17 countries where Orange operates across Africa and the Middle East. Has received over 17,600 applications since its 2011 launch. The 2026 edition runs through national selections then an international round in October 2026, awarding three International Grand Prix winners plus an International Women's Prize winner. Sectors of focus: agriculture, education, health, environment.

Benefits & What You Get

EUR 25,000 (1st place), EUR 15,000 (2nd), EUR 10,000 (3rd), plus EUR 20,000 International Womens Prize. Personalized mentoring and technical/entrepreneurial training in Orange Digital Centers, partnerships with Orange, and access to financing, networking and market opportunities.

Eligibility

Founder or co-founder of a startup less than 5 years old, founder over 21 years of age, startup present in at least one of the 17 OMEA countries (where Orange operates), with a working prototype of the proposed solution. Women founders strongly encouraged via the dedicated International Womens Prize.

Equity Terms

Zero Equity