Innovative African youth in the travel and tourism sector are invited to to take their projects to the global stage, securing funding, partnerships, and mentorship opportunities.

Are you ready to make an impact?

Submit your business/project proposal. Ensure your entry covers vision, uniqueness, authenticity, and rationale of your project. Demonstrate innovation in addressing travel & tourism challenges in Africa, especially during the COVID-19 era and beyond. Showcase sustainability and the lasting impact on travel, tourism, local communities, or related industries. Outline project timelines and the specific support needed, be it funding, investors, mentorship, or partnerships. Conclude with essential information in a concise 500-word summary. Prepare a 5-minute demo/Minimum Viable Product (MVP) for your presentation. Age limit: 35 years.

Competition Timelines:

Challenge Opened: 01st November 2023.
Closing date: 01st March 2024.
Top 5 shortlist by Adjudicators: 22nd March 2024.
Shortlisted project promoters informed: 29th March 2024.
Mentorship for elevator pitches (12 hours): 10th April – 16th May 2024.
Submission of shortlisted project promoters: 5-minute presentation at the Summit – 15th May 2024.
Top 3 announced on 31st May 2024.
Winners & Runners-up revealed at ATLF Awards in Gaborone, Botswana, October 2024.

Benefits

  • $1000 grant seed for the winner.
  • $500 grant seed for 1st & 2nd runner up.
  • Complimentary enrolment in short courses provided by UNWTO
  • Mentorship, partnerships, potential funding, and career opportunities.
  • Join an established network of Africa Youth in Tourism Mentors and Innovators.

To submit your entry

Visit this website: https://youthtourismsummit.com/competition-registration/
For general information visit: https://youthtourismsummit.com/enter-competition/

Image source: 5th Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge 2023