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Calling All Young Innovators, Influencers, and Intellectuals in Botswana! Forbes Africa Wants You for the 2024 30 Under 30 List!
In May 2024, the Under 30 Summit comes to Africa for its third and biggest iteration yet. Across four days in Botswana’s vibrant capital city, we will convene the most successful, innovative, and impact-minded young entrepreneurs and leaders from around the continent and around the globe. The African continent is home to the world’s youngest population and greatest growth market, ripe for catalyzing entrepreneurial capitalism at scale. Event programming will focus on spotlighting Africa’s greatest business stories and biggest opportunities, and on the investors and founders who are forging new paths forward.
For the third consecutive year, Forbes Africa is shining the spotlight on the brightest young minds in Botswana! As a nation that has hosted the last two Forbes Under 30 events, Botswana continues to be a hotbed of talent, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit.
About Forbes Africa 30 Under 30: In its 10th year, the Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 list celebrates the continent’s most outstanding achievers under the age of 30 across diverse fields such as creative arts, business, technology, sport, and health. This annual selection aims to uncover the rising stars who are destined to become the global newsmakers of tomorrow.
Why Apply? Forbes Africa Managing Editor, Renuka Methil, highlights the significance of this list, especially in a continent with the world’s youngest population. This is your chance to join the ranks of previous honorees like Thobo Khathola, Tony Mautsu, Newman Ramatokwane, and Nijel Amos.
Eligibility Criteria:
- 29 years or younger on March 30, 2024.
- Never appeared on an Under 30 list before.
- Profit-generating business/brand.
- Demonstrated social impact.
- All applications and documents must be in English.
- Nominees can select up to two categories.
Business Category Requirements:
- Reside in, be from, or have the business/brand based in Africa.
- Business should be two years or older.
- Provide audited financial documents for at least two years.
- Profit-generating.
Creative, Health/Science, and Sport Categories:
- Proven track record of two or more years.
- Provide documentation of substantial earnings and/or robust net worth.
Judging Process: The selection process involves four stages:
- Evaluation of candidates’ motivation.
- Submission of additional documentation for further assessment.
- Comprehensive analysis of financials, revenue models, and overall credibility.
- Expert panel of judges assessing and selecting the final 30.
How to Apply: If you’re ready to showcase your innovation, influence, and intellect to the world, visit Forbes Africa’s official website to submit your nomination. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Africa’s elite 30 Under 30 class of 2024!
Nominations can be made here(link is external).
Note: Forbes Africa will communicate with successful candidates at each stage. In case of no communication within the specified period, applicants should consider their nomination unsuccessful.