About - Innovation Challenge 2.0 Pitch Competition

>_ About Innovation Challenge 2.0

The Innovation Challenge 2.0 is a premier pitch competition designed to empower the next generation of tech innovators and entrepreneurs. Part of the Osun Tech Festival 2026, this challenge brings together developers, designers, and problem-solvers to present innovative solutions for real-world challenges.

>_ Goal, Theme, and Objectives

> Goal

To catalyze innovation and showcase practical tech solutions by providing mentorship, pitch opportunities, and resources for talented innovators and entrepreneurs across Osun State.

> Theme

'Accelerating the Future through AI' - Building intelligent solutions that leverage artificial intelligence to solve local and global challenges.

> Objectives

Foster innovation across Agriculture, Education, GovTech, Climate, and Media.
Provide mentorship and resources to emerging tech talent.
Create opportunities for collaboration and networking.
Showcase Osun State as a thriving hub for technology and innovation.

>_ Innovation Tracks

Agriculture & Food Security
Technology & Digital Skills
GovTech, Safe & Smart Cities
Education Technology
Climate & Sustainability Innovations
Digital Creative & Digital Media

>_ How It Works

> Team Registration

Register your team of 3-6 members through the online portal. Include your pitch deck and solution details. Applications close January 21, 2026.

> Application Review

Our panel reviews all submissions based on innovation, feasibility, and potential impact. Selected teams will be notified by February 5, 2026.

> Preparation Phase

Selected teams refine their pitches, solutions, and presentations in preparation for the pitch day competition.

> Pitch Day & Judging

Teams present their solutions on February 19, 2026 in Osogbo. Judges evaluate based on innovation, impact, feasibility, and presentation. Winners receive cash prizes and incubation opportunities.

>_ Eligibility Criteria

Open to innovators, entrepreneurs, developers, designers, and tech enthusiasts across all skill levels.
Teams must consist of 3-6 members with diverse skills and expertise.
Solutions must address real-world problems within one of the designated innovation tracks.
All team members must be available to attend the pitch day in Osogbo on February 19, 2026 if selected.
Teams must demonstrate innovation, feasibility, and potential for real-world impact in their pitch.
Organizers will not be catering for logistics - teams are responsible for their own travel and accommodation.