11th Africa Energy Innovation Competition (AEIC 2026)

👥 Eligibility Criteria Age requirement: Applicants must be 18–35 years old. Team requirement: Applications must be submitted by a team of at least 3 members. Gender balance: Each team must include at least one male and one female member. Geography: Open to all African countries, including Malawi. Proposal format: Teams must submit a 1-page A4 proposal covering: Project title & abstract Problem statement Design tools & methods Estimated costs Timeline for implementation 💰 Benefits Cash grants up to $10,000 Business workshops & mentorship Continental visibility & networking 🌍 Innovation Tracks Powering Youth Employment Energizing Agribusiness & Waste2Energy Greening Local Manufacturing & Value Addition Transforming AI & Connectivity 🏛️ Funder & Organizers This competition is organized and funded through the Africa Energy Innovation Platform, supported by regional energy development partners and innovation networks across Africa. It is part of a long-standing initiative to empower youth innovators in Sub-Saharan Africa. 📅 Key Information Competition cycle: 2026 edition (11th annual) Eligibility: Open to African youth innovators, including Malawi Focus: Energy solutions with real-world impact 🔗 Application Link Apply now via the official platform: 👉 https://www.africaenergyinnovation.org/competition2026 (africaenergyinnovation.org in Bing) 🌟 Why Apply? This is your chance to: Showcase your innovation on a continental stage Secure funding and mentorship Build partnerships that drive Africa’s energy transformation