FMYSD/BOI 60 Day App Development Challenge 2023 - Apply Now

FMYSD/BOI 60 Day App Development Challenge 2023 - Apply Now

The Federal Ministry of Youth And Sport Development in partnership with the Bank of Industry (BOI) have has launched the second edition of the 60-day app development challenge for young tech enthusiasts across the country.

The initiative which is open to applicants between age 18-35 according to the National Youth Policy is aimed at improving innovation and creativity among the Nigerian Youth by encouraging them to develop their own app ideas and turn them into a reality by using them to solve problems within one of the shortlisted sectors listed below:

1. Agric-tech
2. Edu-tech
3. Fintech
4. Health
5. Sports
6. Telecommunications.

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The Agric-tech sector covers technologies related to agriculture, such as precision farming, crop monitoring, and irrigation systems. An app idea that solves a problem in this sector could be one that helps farmers optimize their crop yields, identify pests and diseases early, or streamline their irrigation systems.

The Edu-tech sector covers technologies related to education, such as online learning platforms, virtual classrooms, and educational games. An app idea that solves a problem in this sector could be one that helps students learn more effectively, provides access to high-quality education for underserved communities, or gamifies the learning process.

The Health sector covers technologies related to healthcare, such as telemedicine, fitness tracking and disease management. An app idea that solves a problem in this sector could be one that helps people manage their health more effectively, provides access to healthcare for underserved communities, or tracks healthy behaviour.

The Sports sector covers technologies related to sports, such as fitness tracking, performance analysis, and sports media. An app idea that solves a problem in this sector could be one that helps athletes optimize their performance, provides access to sports content for underserved communities, or streamlines the process of managing a sports team.

The Telecommunications sector covers technologies related to telecommunications, such as mobile networks, internet service providers, and communication tools. An app idea that solves a problem in this sector could be one that helps people stay connected more easily, provides access to communication tools for underserved communities, or streamlines the process of managing a telecom network.

Eligibility (Who Can Participate): Young Nigerians between the ages of 18 and 35.

Rewards:

a. 10 Grand Prizes N1 million each

b. Business Development Training

c. Laptops

d. 50 FMYSD Participation Certificates

Application closing date: Launch & Completion Dates The Challenge commenced on Monday the 9th of January 2023. Entry Submissions close on the 10th of March 2023.

How to apply

Interested applicant should apply via https://appchallenge.ng

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