Application process
The Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation is currently closed for applications.
The Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation opens for applications on a yearly basis and will reopen for the next cycle in summer 2026.
The Africa Prize follows a two-stage application process. The first stage is open to all eligible applicants, while only longlisted innovations are invited to submit the second stage of their application. You can read more about the eligibility criteria for the Prize here.
Stage one
Tell us about yourself and your innovation so we can assess if you and your innovation are suitable for our programme. It will take about 90 minutes to complete. This stage focuses on your technical innovation, team details, and basic eligibility to help us understand your innovation. At this stage, you’ll be asked to submit your CV, technical documentation, images and videos showcasing your innovation, as well as any valid supporting documents.
Eligible applications are reviewed by two technical experts from the Academy's network who assess the technological viability and credibility of your engineering solution. A longlist of candidates with the highest scores will be invited to complete stage two.
Stage two
This is more detailed, covering your business plan, market analysis, financial projections and commercialisation strategy. Only long-listed applicants will be invited to complete their Stage 2 applications, which will be reviewed by our panel of expert judges.
If successful you will be shortlisted for the Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation and selected to join our eight-month programme.