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Application deadline: May 18, 2025, via the official competition platform.
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Total prize pool of €70,000 for tech-based startups with a social impact
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€20,000 Women’s Award dedicated to empowering female entrepreneurs.
Orange Egypt has officially opened applications for the 15th edition of the Orange Social Venture Prize (OSVP) 2025, a competition that supports startups using tech innovation to solve pressing social and environmental challenges. With a total prize fund of €70,000, the initiative underscores Orange’s commitment to entrepreneurship and sustainable development across its footprint.
The competition is structured in two phases. First, local startups can submit their applications through the official platform https://poesam.optimytool.com/en by May 18, 2025. A jury composed of business leaders and Orange representatives will evaluate entries and select three local winners who will advance to the international finals.
At the international level, finalists from all participating countries will compete for three main prizes:
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€25,000 for first place
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€15,000 for second place
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€10,000 for third place
To further champion gender inclusion, the competition continues its dedicated International Women’s Award for the fifth consecutive year, offering a €20,000 prize. Each local competition will nominate up to three women-led startups to contend for this award.
Commenting on the launch, Maha Nagy, Chief Communication Officer at Orange Egypt, stated:
“Launching the OSVP for the 15th year reflects our deep belief in tech innovation and its ability to create positive social impact. Through this competition, we aim to empower startups that are developing sustainable solutions to improve communities and protect the environment.”
She added:
“With the fast-evolving tech and entrepreneurship landscape, Orange remains committed to offering funding and technical support for startups focused on solving real-world challenges. We are proud of the competition’s long-standing legacy in advancing sustainable development and improving lives through innovation.”
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