By Henry Uche
In a bid to support the tech and innovation landscape, Yabacon Africa would at its 2024 edition of ‘Yabcon Meet’ slated for December 7, in Lagos support creative talents with N1 million amid other benefits.
With the theme, ‘Innovating For A Brighter Tomorrow’, Africa’s most creative and forward-thinking tech professionals, students, innovators, and investors would educate participants on how to navigate the tide for optimum performance.
With inspiring presentations and discourse, experts would look into ‘Innovation Against the Odds: Turning Challenges into Opportunities’ as participants pitch their next big idea live with a winner receiving a ₦1,000,000 grant to bring vision to life.
Participants can register at yabacon.africa, follow @YabaconAfrica on X (formerly Twitter) and upload a 60- second video pitching their idea using the hashtag #YabaconMeet2024 and #ifabt. Five finalists will be selected from the submissions to present their ideas on stage.
The Founder of Yabacon Africa, Jesse Essang, said “This event celebrates Africa’s unparalleled innovative spirit and highlights our collective ability to drive progress through collaboration and bold ideas.
“The N1 million grant, while modest in today’s economy, is meant to be a meaningful catalyst for bright-minded individuals. It’s not just financial support; it’s a vote of confidence in their potential to create transformative change.”
Essang added that the event offers something for everyone including established tech professional, a budding innovator, and those simply curious about Africa’s thriving tech ecosystem.
Speakers include thought leaders like Abiola Rasaq, David Ike-Njoku, Opeyemi Akosile, Jeremiah Folorunso, Folake Dauda, and Oluwaseun Adesina, who will share their insights on software development, open-source innovation, artificial intelligence, and more.