Careerpreneur Create Challenge 2025: Unlocking the Potential of Young African Entrepreneurs!
The stage is set, the excitement is building, and the Careerpreneur Create Challenge 2025 is officially kicking off this April! This groundbreaking initiative empowers, equips, and funds young African entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas. Whether you’re a startup founder, freelancer, agripreneur, digital creator, or aspiring business leader, this is your chance to take your vision to the next level.
What is the Careerpreneur Create Challenge?
The Careerpreneur Create Challenge is a transformational entrepreneurship competition to identify and support 120 young African entrepreneurs with funding, mentorship, and visibility. Powered by CareerCaptains, Hanypay, African Diaspora Central Bank, and Vanuatu Trade Commission, this initiative will reward 120 winners with $100 each while also allocating resources for training, business development, and networking opportunities. This challenge is not just about the funding, it’s about building a thriving ecosystem where young entrepreneurs can access opportunities, collaborations, and global recognition.
Why You Should Join the Challenge
Access Funding: Winners receive $100 in startup capital via AKL Lumi on Hanypay.
Business Exposure: Your idea will gain recognition from global investors and partners.
Mentorship & Training: Get guidance from successful entrepreneurs and business leaders.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem enablers. Financial Inclusion: Experience seamless digital transactions through the AKL Lumi payment system.
Who Can Participate?
The challenge is open to young entrepreneurs across Africa, especially those in:
✅ Agribusiness & Agritech
✅ Tech & Digital Innovations
✅ Creative Arts & Fashion
✅ E-commerce & Digital Marketing
✅ Manufacturing & Small-Scale Production
✅ Education, Health & Social Impact Ventures.
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How to Participate:
1️⃣ Create a short video introducing yourself, your business, and how $100 can boost your enterprise.
2️⃣ Post it on social media (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn) using #CareerpreneurCreateChallenge and tag @CareerCaptains @ADCB @Hanypay @Vanuatutradecommission
3️⃣ Fill out the official application form to submit your entry.
4️⃣ Engage with our community and campaign for support from your followers.
Key Dates
Pre-Launch Activities Begin: February 27, 2025
➡️ Official Launch: April 1, 2025
➡️ Video Submission Deadline: As early as possible
➡️ Winners Announcement: TBA
Why This Challenge Matters
Africa is full of brilliant minds and innovative ideas, yet many struggle to find funding and support to bring their visions to life. The Careerpreneur Create Challenge aims to bridge that gap, ensuring that young entrepreneurs don’t just dream but create.
With partners like CareerCaptains, Hanypay, African Diaspora Central Bank, and Vanuatu Trade Commission, we are on a mission to create a new generation of successful entrepreneurs who will transform Africa’s economic landscape.
Join the Movement!
The time is now! If you have a business idea, a growing venture, or a passion for entrepreneurship, this challenge is for you! Get ready to showcase your talent, pitch your business, and secure funding to scale your dreams. Stay tuned for updates, engage with us on social media, and let’s make 2025 the year of unstoppable African entrepreneurs!
Follow @CareerCaptains on all social platforms for updates!
I will be glad if iam given the opportunity to be the winner of this challenge