About this opportunity
Equity-free grant funding and technical assistance for startups using digital technology to help vulnerable communities adapt to climate change.
GSMA is offering this grant to Young entrepreneurs aged 18-35 across Pan-African. It is designed for ventures working in Climate at the Startup, Climate, Technology stage.
The opportunity offers £100,000 – £250,000, with support including Equity-free grant funding, Technical assistance, 18 months of programme support. Applications are scheduled to close on 2026-09-10. Review the eligibility, required materials and application guidance below before continuing to the organiser’s website.
Quick facts
What you can get
- Equity-free grant funding
- Technical assistance
- 18 months of programme support
Who can apply
- Registered for-profit business
- Operating in eligible LMICs
- Digital solution addressing climate resilience
What you need to apply
Application tips
- 1Read the eligibility criteria twice before drafting.
- 2Quantify your impact — numbers speak louder than adjectives.
- 3Tell a founder-first story. Panels remember people, not products.
- 4Submit at least 48 hours before the deadline.
This round has closed
Applications are no longer open. Check the organiser's page for the next cycle, or browse opportunities that are open now.
