Africa Organization for Standardization (ARSO) 13th Continental Essay Competition 2025/2026 (With up to $2,300 in Prize)

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About Africa Organization for Standardization (ARSO) 13th Continental Essay Competition

Welcome to the Annual ARSO Essay Competition, a prestigious platform dedicated to fostering creativity, innovation, and critical thinking among the youth across Africa. Each year, we invite students to explore pressing topics, share their perspectives, and contribute to the ongoing dialogue on sustainable development and standards in Africa. Join us in celebrating the power of words and ideas in shaping a brighter future for our continent.

• Sponsor Organisation: African Organisation for Standardisation - ARSO

Benefits of Africa Organization for Standardization (ARSO) 13th Continental Essay Competition

The prize is in 2 Group: Continental Level and National Level

Continental Level:

• 1st winner: $1,000
• 2nd winner: $800
• 3rd winner: $500

National Level:

• 1st winner: N250,000
• 2nd Winner: N200,000
• 3rd winner: N150,000

Africa Organization for Standardization (ARSO) 13th Continental Essay Competition Requirements

• Open to Citizens of all African Countries
• Applicants only below the age of 35 years living in Africa and studying in a university, polytechnic, college recognised by the local commission for university education or equivalent body in their countries

Application Date and Process

Download the Concept Note – Download here

Download the Registration Form – Download here

 

Download Resources

• 10th-Continental-Essay-Competition-Concept-Note pdfb(3159kb) [ download ] 
• 11th-Continental-Essay-Competition-Concept-Note pdf (4940kb) [ download ]

Application Deadline

28 February, 2026

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