African Adaptation Solutions Challenge Explained

The African Youth Adaptation Solutions Challenge (YouthADAPT Challenge) is an annual competition and award.[1] [2] [3] launched on 6th September 2021[4] that focuses on youth-led enterprises in Africa working on climate adaptation solutions. It is a collaborative effort between the Global Center on Adaptation, European Union[5] [6] [7] and the Climate Investment Funds under the Africa Adaptation Acceleration Program's YouthADAPT flagship pillar.[8] [9]

The challenge aims to support and highlight innovative ideas and projects developed by young entrepreneurs who addressing climate change challenges and contributing to building resilience in African communities.[10] [11] [12] [13] [14]

In 2021, Akinwumi Adesina, President, African Development Bank presented the awards and it was moderated by Alan Kasujja[15]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 29 winners will each be awarded US$100k in the African Youth Adaptation competition. newsghana.com.gh . 2022-09-19.
  2. Web site: african youth adaptationvcompetition launches call for applications. brandspurng.com . 2022-09-19.
  3. Web site: African Youth Adaptation Solutions Challenge. afdb.org . 2021-10-17.
  4. Web site: COP26: AfDB Unveils Winners Of YouthADAPT Solutions Challenge. von.gov.ng . 2021-11-06.
  5. Web site: European Union ramps up support to Africa Adaptation Initiative with EUR 1 million grant. undp.org . 2022-01-22.
  6. Web site: Afdb Awards 2 million to 20 african youth led businesses. premiumtimesng.com . 2023-02-14.
  7. Web site: 20 young African entrepreneurs bag $100,000 each to boost their climate adaptation businesses. un.org . 2022-11-12.
  8. Web site: Here's Why You Should Apply for the African Youth Adaptation Solutions Challenge by GCA & African Development Bank. bellanaija.com . 2021-09-15.
  9. Web site: Africa Adaptation Acceleration Program. afdb.org . 2023-04-20.
  10. Web site: Akatale on cloud ugandas fresh food online store wins 100000 grant funding in youthadapt competition. softpower.ug . 2023-11-22.
  11. Web site: AFRICA ADAPTATION ACCELERATION PROGRAM (AAAP) WEBINAR: INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FOR CLIMATE-SMART FUTURE, BUT IT'S NOT ENOUGH. venturesafrica.com . 2022-03-17.
  12. Web site: YouthADAPT competition. africa-me.com . 2022-12-12.
  13. Web site: AfDB calls youth to apply for climate grants. namibian.com.na . 2021-08-25.
  14. Web site: Africa Adaptation Initiative. africaadaptationinitiative.org . 2020-07-16.
  15. Web site: Award ceremony . afdb.org . 2021-04-20.

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