The prestigious Aurora Tech Award has stated that it now accepts entries for the 2024 awards. The winners will share a cash prize of $ 50,000.
The Aurora Tech Award, which will be given out for the first time in 2020, is a global, yearly celebration of women who start IT companies and break the rules and stereotypes in the tech world.
During last year’s events, it was clear that Africa’s technology scene had changed significantly. Many of the nominees focused on the work of African women in tech from Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, and Uganda, whose startups immensely helped their communities.
Aurora Tech Award Executive Director Ekaterina Smirnova says awards like this reduce gender disparity in tech. We honor women who inspire youth. We’re excited to display community-changing and role-modelling submissions from throughout the world. We imagine the future without gender constraints. This medal promotes innovation and inclusivity.
Women used technology to connect communities to educational, health, and financial services and fiercely supported fellow entrepreneurs.
Elizabeth Mwangi from Kenya got the 2023 prize for her firm, Gwiji for Women, which connects Nairobi slum cleaners with consumers. Bulgarian startup Humans in the Loop, a machine vision data annotation service, placed 2nd. In 3rd place was Indian Rocket Learning startup Namya Mahajan, which organizes digital teacher-parent groups.
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How to apply for the Aurora Tech Awards and when
The following must be faithful about the application:
Women Founder: Entrepreneurs must start or co-start and run the business.
Funding Stage: The total amount of money invested in the company, including the seed round, should not have been more than $4 million.
Time in Business: The company must be less than 5 years old.
Minimum Viable Product (MVP): The new business should have a sample that works. If you only have a thought, your application won’t be considered.
Important Dates and Deadlines
Between September 5 and December 1, 2023, you can send in your entry.
The winners will be announced on January 31, 2024.
The winners will be chosen and announced on March 8, 2024.
On the judging group will be well-known female IT business owners, the winners of last year’s Aurora Tech Award, and key industry experts.
Prizes and a Programme for Mentors
Here’s how the gifts will be given out:
Winner gets $30,000
$20,000 for second place.
$10,000 for third place.
Only one person will win in each group, and the prize can go to a contestant from any of the countries that are taking part. The businesses will also be able to take part in the driver mentorship programme. Applications can be submitted here.