Applications are now open for the African Union Civic Tech Fund (AUCTF) 2.0. The African Union Civic Tech Fund (AUCTF) presents an opportunity for dynamic African initiatives to catalyse and scale their innovative civic tech solutions. If you are harnessing the power of technology to drive citizen-led transformative action across the African continent, this call is for you. Successful recipients of the grant call will receive up to €15000 in financial support to scale and accelerate their civic-tech projects and initiatives. Applications for funding must align with the African Union’s Agenda 2063 – Africa’s blueprint and master plan to deliver on its goal for inclusive and sustainable development. The competition is open to local organisations and projects operating and registered within African countries
The second round of the AUCTF presents an opportunity for dynamic African organizations, initiatives, and projects. This 12-month initiative seeks to catalyse and scale innovative civic tech solutions that harness the power of technology to drive citizen-led transformative action across the African continent. In particular, the Fund responds to the need to drive forward meaningful citizen participation in spaces of governance through the innovative use of data and digital technologies to address governance and development challenges while recognising the central importance of Africa’s youth in shaping the future of the continent.
Eligibility Requirements
You are invited to apply if you:
- Are an African organisations or initiative registered (or domiciled) in any African Union Member State.
- Have a project committed to leveraging digital technology for civic engagement, transparency, and communitydriven development.
- Are led by and addressing the challenges faced by African women, youth and marginalised groups.
Benefits
Financial Support
Financial support will be awarded through multiple rounds focusing on specific geographic and thematic areas. Winners will receive grants of up to € 15,000 to upscale their projects. These grants can be used to scale and grow existing initiatives
Capacity Support
The Fund offers a capacity support program that will be designed and tailored to the specific needs of the selected initiatives. Technical assistance will be offered in the form of workshops, including support from experienced technologists and data scientists, operational guidance, masterclasses, and mentorship sessions
Application Requirements
Required documents:
- Completed and submitted application form
- Company registration document (or that of a registered partner organisation)
- Most recent organisational report (or proof of activity in the last year)
- Budget and financial management structure
- Sustainability strategy
- Signed letter of recommendation
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the African Union Civic Tech Fund