African Development Bank In Country YouthAdapt Challenge 2025

Published: 30 Jul 2025

The In-Country YouthADAPT Challenge 2025–2026 Call for Applications is OPEN. The In-country YouthADAPT Challenge is calling on younth-led MSMEs and innovators to drive climate adaptation and resilience across Africa.

African Development Bank Group In Country YouthAdapt Challenge

Application Deadline	August 4, 2025
Type	Entrepreneurs
Sponsor	African Development Bank Group

African Development Bank Group In Country YouthAdapt Challenge Benefits

The In-Country YouthADAPT Challenge offers comprehensive support to transform your climate innovation from concept to market-ready solution with measurable impact.

Innovation Support

Up to $30,000 in funding plus dedicated mentorship from industry experts to develop and scale your climate solution.

Dragon’s Den Pitch Event

Exclusive platform to present your solution to investors, partners, and stakeholders in a high-visibility national event.

Accelerated Growth

12-month comprehensive program with workshops, technical assistance, and milestone-based support to fast-track your growth.

Networking Opportunities

Access to exclusive investor networks, partnership opportunities, and connections with fellow climate entrepreneurs across Africa.

Requirements for African Development Bank Group In Country YouthAdapt Challenge

• Entrepreneurs must be between 18-35 years old at the time of application
• Your business must be legally registered to operate in an African country
• Business must have generated revenues over a minimum two-year period
• Must have a SMART business plan for your climate adaptation solution

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Application Deadline

August 4, 2025

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to African Development Bank Group on incountryouthadapt.kenyacic.org to apply

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