VC4A 2022 WFP IGNITE Food Systems Challenge South Sudan

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), with the support of USAID Bureau of Humanitarian Affairs (BHA) and in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS), are looking for South Sudan’s brightest and newest ideas on how to tackle hunger, improve food security and strengthen food systems. The IGNITE Food Systems Challenge is a first of its kind initiative to support South Sudanese entrepreneurs and their businesses. The Challenge will provide a platform for youth to pitch and showcase their businesses to win both financial and technical support. With this program, WFP, UNDP and its partners seek to foster an enabling environment for start-ups and SMEs in South Sudan to scale into commercially viable businesses that contribute to the economy while creating a positive impact in society by addressing different gaps in the food system.

• Table of Content
• About VC4A
• WFP IGNITE Food Systems Challenge South Sudan
• Aim and Benefits of WFP IGNITE Food Systems Challenge South Sudan
• Requirements for WFP IGNITE Food Systems Challenge South Sudan Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About VC4A

VC4A started with the mission to build up Africa’s start up community. Started in 2007, the network building organization has grown organically over the years into what is now the leading community working to build high growth high impact companies globally. Increased economic momentum is fueled by a growing number of entrepreneurs and their ambition to transform society. It is imperative we seek out the collaborations and partnerships needed to bring together the capital, knowledge, and network these entrepreneurs require to succeed – and to provide every entrepreneur with an e... continue reading

WFP IGNITE Food Systems Challenge South Sudan

Aim and Benefits of WFP IGNITE Food Systems Challenge South Sudan

• Funding: Apply to receive up to $40,000 in equity-free funding
• Access to WFP & our Partners: Teams will work with WFP, UNDP, and our expert entrepreneur support partners
• Bespoke, Flexible Support: You’ll have the chance to request specific support on what your business needs most, with a bespoke curriculum and direct connections with experts and mentors to troubleshoot challenges your business is facing to scale
• Networking and exposure: Teams will be able to tap into and leverage our strong network of public, private, and government partners, and the power of our combined brands

Requirements for WFP IGNITE Food Systems Challenge South Sudan Qualification

• Have a valid business license for operating in South Sudan.
• Have annual revenue turnover of at least 5,000 USD equivalent for the previous year
• Be at least 3 full-time working members/ founders dedicated to the business.
• At least 50% of the senior management/ founding team is from South Sudan.
• Based and operating in South Sudan.

We are especially looking for businesses that already have developed proofs of concept/ minimum viable products and are looking to scale up their ideas! If you are youth-led (between the ages of 18 and 35) and women-led start-ups, we would love to specifically encourage you to apply!

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit VC4A wesite.