With the Tech industry booming at dizzying speed, many new innovators are emerging from unexpected locations. That is why there are more start-ups and people entering the tech industry whilst at the same time pitching for opportunities to skyrocket their career.
Today, I am sharing with you six (6) opportunities for people in Tech to explore and achieve their targets for the year and beyond.
The deadlines for these opportunities for people in technology differ, but they may give you essential exposure for your career and profession. More opportunities can be found on our home page, do make sure to look them up.
Here are six (6) opportunities for techies to apply for:
1. Visa Africa Accelerator Program 2023 for Fintech Startups
Are you ready to disrupt the industry, revolutionize finance, and make an impact in the ecosystem? Join this exciting 3-months journey to propel your startup towards unprecedented growth and recognition.
- Eligibility: For Enterpreneurs, Tech Experts, Startups
- Deadline: 25th August, 2023 (See All Deadlines)
2. Hello Tomorrow Global Challenge 2023 for Tech Startups
Applications are open for the Hello Tomorrow Global Challenge 2023. The Global Challenge is a renowned international startup competition organized by Hello Tomorrow since 2014.
- Eligibility: For Tech Experts, Startups
- Deadline: 22nd September, 2023 (See All Deadlines)
3. African Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) Awards 2023 for Women Entrepreneurs in Africa
Nominations are now open for the 2023 edition of the prestigious AWIEF Awards, which recognise, honour and celebrate women entrepreneurs and business owners in Africa and across various industry sectors for their achievements and contribution to the continent’s inclusive economic growth and social development.
- Eligibility: For Enterpreneurs, Girls & Women, Innovators, Leaders, Tech Experts
- Deadline: 31st July, 2023 (See All Deadlines)
4. ARM Labs Lagos Techstars Accelerator Program 2023 for Early-stage Fintech and TalentTech Companies
The ARM Labs Lagos Techstars Accelerator Program invests in early-stage startups based in Africa with a focus on FinTech, Mobility, E-commerce, and TalentTech.
- Eligibility: For Enterpreneurs, Startups, Tech Experts
- Deadline: 9th August, 2023 (See All Deadlines)
5. 2023 UNICEF Innovation Funding Opportunity for Frontier Tech Solutions ($100K equity-free investments)
The UNICEF Venture Fund is looking to make up to US$100K in equity-free investments to provide early-stage (seed) funding to for-profit start-ups developing frontier technology solutions that can positively impact the lives of the world’s most vulnerable children and youth.
- Eligibility: For Organizations, Tech Experts
- Deadline: 28th July, 2023 (See All Deadlines)
6. Apply 2023 Google Summer of Code
Contributors will learn from experienced open source developers while writing code for real-world projects! A small stipend is provided as an incentive.
- Eligibility: For International Students, Researchers, Youths, Tech Experts,
- Deadline: Unspecified (See All Deadlines)