The Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment (CAPSI) Pan-African Youth Competition 2025 for Young Africans ($32,000 Prize)

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The Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment (CAPSI) Pan-African Youth Competition 2025 for Young Africans ($32,000 Prize)

Application Deadline: October 15, 2025

The Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment (CAPSI) at Wits Business School has announced the launch of the 2025 Pan-African Youth Competition, a groundbreaking initiative that seeks to highlight the role of African youth in shaping narratives around dignified and fulfilling employment across the continent.

This competition is part of a wider project focused on job creation through the nonprofit sector, supported and funded by CAPSI’s development partners. It offers a unique opportunity for young Africans to creatively interpret and disseminate findings from a major cross-continental study conducted in 17 African countries, exploring how the nonprofit sector contributes to meaningful employment opportunities for youth.

Who Can Apply

CAPSI invites dynamic teams and youth-led organizations — managed and owned by young people aged 18 to 35 years — from across Africa to participate. Applicants are encouraged to combine creativity, innovation, and social insight to bring research findings to life in formats that engage audiences and inspire action.

Competition Regions

Entries will be accepted from across the continent, categorized into four key regions:

  • North Africa

  • West Africa

  • East Africa

  • Southern Africa

Prizes

The competition features a total award value of USD $32,000 per regional winner. The prize will be distributed in two stages:

  • USD $5,000 upon selection as a winner.

  • USD $27,000 disbursed in subsequent stages, aligned with the project’s development milestones and delivery schedule.

In addition to the financial support, winners will receive:

  • Mentorship and professional guidance from CAPSI and partner experts.

  • Visibility and exposure through CAPSI platforms, media features, and partner networks.

  • Opportunities to present their projects at high-level policy and donor engagement forums across Africa.

Eligible Creative Formats

Participants are encouraged to use innovative and youth-friendly formats that effectively communicate research insights and resonate with African audiences. Submissions may include:

  • Digital Media: Short films, animations, documentaries.

  • Visual Arts: Infographics, photography, and illustrations.

  • Performing Arts: Spoken word, music videos, and dance performances.

  • Interactive Media: Podcasts, mobile apps, web-based storytelling, or games.

  • Writing: Blogs, narrative journalism, and short stories.

Application Timeline

  • Call Launch: September 19, 2025

  • Submission Deadline: October 15, 2025

  • Winners Announcement: October 31, 2025

This competition provides an exciting platform for young Africans to showcase their creativity, amplify youth voices, and contribute to shaping the future of meaningful work on the continent.

For more details and submission guidelines, visit the official webpage of the 2025 CAPSI Pan-African Youth Competition.

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