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AI4D Innovation Scaling Challenge – Supporting Responsible AI Solutions in Africa

Competition
Artificial Intelligence for Development (AI4D) programme Online 2026

Information

The AI4D Innovation Scaling Challenge invites eligible innovators to apply for support to scale AI solutions already deployed in real-world settings. The programme aims to help responsible AI solutions grow their social impact across Africa (and beyond) by providing technical support, collaboration opportunities, and visibility in case studies and knowledge outputs. Selected participants will be guided by LEPSAI and have access to resources to develop use cases and scaling frameworks for responsible AI.

Benefits

Guided technical support from LEPSAI, collaboration opportunities with regional and global AI experts, inclusion in case studies and knowledge outputs, and assistance in developing use cases and frameworks for responsible AI at scale.

Eligibility

Applications are open to individual researchers and AI innovators, AI startups and SMEs, research institutions and universities, and consortia of multiple stakeholders.

Application

Submit proposals via Submittable using the designated template; include applicant profile, project concept note, and an initial Responsible AI assessment.

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