From Wednesday, 30 September, 2026 to Sunday, 18 October, 2026
SafeTech Africa HackLab Innovating for Safe Spaces - CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
Africa
Innovating for Safe Spaces, Digital Sovereignty & Rights
- Applications Open: Launched live at AU InnoFest ’26 (September 30)
- Closing Date: 18 October 2026 (23:59 CAT)
- Who Can Apply: Young African Innovators (Ages 18–35)
- Award: 4 Winners (USD 5,000-10,000 seed grant per winner)
- Midway Milestone: Shortlisted finalists will attend a virtual showcase of their innovation.
- Final pitch event: YouthConnekt Africa Summit (November 2026)
Focal Contacts
- Esther Tshimanga etshimanga@gmail.com
- Sinothando Manala manala@unfpa.org
- Bernadette Ssebadduka ssebadduka@unfpa.org
- Nicolette Moodie moodie@unfpa.org