The objective of this program is to identify, spotlight, connect, reward and provide mentorship support to scalable Nigerian startups whose business solutions have the potential to reshape the Future of Business in Africa. Zenith Bank wants to support the best startups that are using technology and innovative ideas to help solve the problems of the present to build a better future in the following areas:
- Wholesale and retail
- eCommerce
- Payments
- Lending
- Wellness
- Cybersecurity
- EdTech
- Electricity (power vending)
- AgriTech
About Seedstars
Seedstars is a private group of companies with the mission to impact people's lives in emerging markets through technology and entrepreneurship. ... Our initiatives are focused on connecting stakeholders within these ecosystems, building tech companies from scratch and investing in the top entrepreneurs. Seedstars celebrates positive impact and the pioneers who create it. We roam the globe every year to connect with the most amazing changemakers of emerging markets. Talented minds and successful startups are not to be found only in the Silicon Valley, they are everywhere. Seedstars empow... re... read more
Zenith Bank Pitch Competition
| Application Deadline | 04 Nov 2022 |
| Country to study | Nigeria |
| Type | Contest |
| Sponsor | Seedstars |
| Gender | Men and Women |
Aim and Benefits of Zenith Bank Pitch Competition
The 10 selected startups will gain access to training and mentorship to help them prepare for the 2-day pitching competition being held at the Zenith Bank Tech Fair on the 22nd & 23rd of November 2022.
- Pitch Training
- Follow-on Program
- Cash prizes:
- 1st Prize: N15m (Fifteen million naira)
- 2nd Prize: N10m (Ten million naira)
- 3rd Prize: N5m (Five million naira)
The rest of the 10 startups (4th - 10th) will be awarded a participatory prize of N1m (One million naira) each.
Requirements for Zenith Bank Pitch Competition Qualification
Startup must:
- Be at the MVP stage
- Have a complete team
- Must not have raised more than $75k
- Be operating in one of the sectors listed above
Application Deadline
November 4, 2022How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to Seedstars on airtable.com to applyFor more details, visit Seedstars website.
