Applications are now open for the Orange Summer Challenge (OSC) 2025, a flagship innovation program by Orange Digital Centre aimed at empowering young African entrepreneurs and startups.
This initiative supports projects that blend hardware and software solutions aligned with the Startup4Good theme, focusing on sustainability, inclusivity, and long-term impact.
Application Deadline: June 15, 2025
Program Highlights:
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Comprehensive Support: Participants will receive free development or enhancement of their technological solutions, access to prototyping equipment, and workspace.
- Expert Mentorship: Benefit from guidance provided by Orange Digital Centre trainers, Orange employees, and partners such as EY (Ernst & Young).
- Visibility & Networking: Showcase your project at national and regional events, gaining media coverage across Orange platforms and networks.
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Financial Support: Winners of the international challenge will receive funding to support incubation, scaling, or operational costs.
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Eligibility Criteria:
- For Startups:
- Must have a technological project idea that integrates both hardware and software components.
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The project should align with the Startup4Good theme, addressing social or environmental challenges.
- Applications can be submitted by individual entrepreneurs or teams.
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Applicants must be available to fully engage in the project development process throughout the competition.
- For Talents:
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Must possess technical, entrepreneurial, or creative skills that can contribute to the project and foster teamwork.
- Strong motivation to innovate and contribute to technological solutions with a positive impact.
- Availability to fully engage in the project development process throughout the competition.
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Evaluation Criteria:
- Innovation: Originality and creativity of solutions.
- Feasibility: Technical and operational viability.
- Impact: Potential for social and economic change.
- Commercial Viability: Long-term development and profitability prospects.
Participation in the Orange Summer Challenge is entirely free, with all development costs covered by Orange.
For more information and to apply, please visit the official Orange Summer Challenge 2025 website: osc25.gos.orange.com
