In the year of 2015, the multinational oil company Total organized in Angola first edition of the startupper contest of the year, a competition that aims to identify, reward and monitor the best projects for creating or developing companies with less than two years of existence, in Angola. Following the success of the first competition in 34 African countries, this year's competition was extended to a total of 55 countries worldwide. Three winners from each country will receive financial support, advertising and follow-up. Among these three winners by country, the big winners by region will be selected, who will be offered additional support.
This year, the “Best Entrepreneur“, During the first competition, women represented almost 25% of the winners, although they only constituted 13% of the candidates. This year, with this special award, it is expected to give women entrepreneurs a greater incentive to participate. It is also in harmony with other Total initiatives aimed at women.
Rating criteria
É It is important to note that the projects must be related to or contribute to addressing a widespread problem affecting communities in your country. It may be related to the provision of opportunities in the field of education, the reduction of child mortality, the improvement of public health, the developing access to electricity in rural areas, improving road safety on the roads or building houses with environmentally friendly materials - in fact, anything that can contribute to improving life in your country. So if you want to participate click here.Meet the winners of the 1ª edition.
