The GIST Tech-I Competition, an annual competition for science and technology entrepreneurs from emerging economies worldwide has called for applications in a move that will see innovators submit their ideas and startups online.
Led by the U.S. Department of State, and implemented by AAAS, GIST Tech-I 2015 on February 17 openned its doors for applicants who have innovations in science, health, agribusiness among others to pitch at the Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES) to showcase their ventures and to receive intensive training. Tech-I winners will win mini-grants, and receive one-on-one mentorship and training from world-class entreprenuers.
The application deadline is March 20 2015.
Since 2011, the challenge has seen innovators from over 86 countries showcase their science and technology ventures to the world through GIST Tech-I Competitions. Some of the local winners include Kenya’s Kytabu, South Africa’s Lumkani and Padoko charger among others. Young innovators, selecting finalists representing Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Middle East.
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