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The EDHE Absa Innovation Challenge is a strategic initiative aimed at catalysing innovation and entrepreneurship within South Africa’s 26 public universities
Opportunity Details
The EDHE Absa Innovation Challenge is a strategic initiative aimed at catalysing innovation and entrepreneurship within South Africa’s 26 public universities. This programme is designed to identify, nurture, and support the transformation of student and alumni innovations into viable, scalable ventures that address pressing societal challenges.
It’s more than just a Competition:
The challenge offers a structured platform for the development and commercialisation of high-potential ideas, equipping participants with the tools, mentorship, and exposure needed to navigate the entrepreneurial journey. The core mission is to foster a culture of innovation, stimulate entrepreneurial mindsets, and accelerate the translation of research and creative solutions into impactful enterprises
The EDHE Absa Innovation Challenge is designed to foster a culture of entrepreneurship, address graduate unemployment, and contribute to South Africa’s economic development. It also allows Absa Bank to play a pivotal role in shaping the country’s future of innovation and entrepreneurship.
The goals of the EDHE Absa Innovation Challenge are:
This competition is not about launching the next ordinary business. It is about identifying and nurturing ideas that break the mould, challenge the status quo, and demonstrate transformative thinking. They are looking for:
Winning Prizes:
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