The Oxford Africa Conference has announced the second prize under its 2026 Innovation Seed Fund — a £5,000 Entrepreneurial Prize designed to support one outstanding African founder building a venture grounded in local realities and measurable impact.
The prize is proudly supported by Oxford University Innovation and aims to strengthen scalable ventures demonstrating strong leadership and long-term sustainability.
The Innovation Seed Fund continues to expand, reinforcing the conference’s commitment to serious ideas, scalable solutions, and impact-driven entrepreneurship across Africa.
Successful applicants will receive:
- £5,000 in non-dilutive funding
- Access to an Oxford global platform
- Exposure to investors, partners, and policy leaders
- Networking opportunities with stakeholders shaping Africa’s future
Application Deadline:
28 February 2026
About the Innovation Seed Fund
The Innovation Seed Fund is an initiative under the Oxford Africa Conference that supports early-stage African ventures with funding, visibility, and ecosystem access.
The fund prioritizes ideas that demonstrate real-world relevance, scalability, and measurable social or economic impact.