NITDA/Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) call for Nigerian Startups (Fully Sponsored Opportunity to Exhibit at the 2025 GITEX Africa in Marrakech, Morocco)

Application Deadline: March 11, 2025

GITEX Africa is the continent’s largest tech and startup exhibition, bringing collectively international traders, expertise leaders, policymakers, and progressive startups. This is a singular alternative to showcase Nigeria’s finest tech abilities to the world. National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in collaboration with the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), is providing 12 high-potential Nigerian startups a completely sponsored alternative to exhibit at the Nigeria Pavilion at GITEX Africa 2025.

Startups should meet the following eligibility standards

Registered Entity

Must be registered with the CAC & Nigeria Startup Portal.

Product Readiness

Must have an MVP or a market-accepted product.

Growth Potential

Must show scalability and a transparent enlargement technique.

Competitive Edge

Should have a powerful enterprise mannequin and a singular worth proposition.

Industry Focus

Should function in sectors like Fintech, HealthTech, AgriTech, EdTech, AI, Blockchain, IoT, Cybersecurity, and Sustainability.

Benefits

• Global Exposure-Showcase your startup on a global stage.
• Connect with Global Investors & Businesses-Connect with enterprise capitalists and key trade gamers.
• Market Access and Expansion-Explore new markets, partnerships, and clients.
• Networking with Global Leaders-Engage with policymakers and innovation specialists from throughout the continent.
• Media & PR Coverage-Boost your model visibility by means of NITDA’s promotional campaigns.
• Full Sponsorship-DWTC is overlaying all exhibition prices for chosen startups.

Full sponsorship consists of exhibition house, branding, investor matching, media publicity, and networking Opportunities at the Nigeria Pavilion.

Travel and Accomodation

• Travel help could also be offered, topic to funding availability. Selected startups will obtain additional particulars.

How to Apply

• Fill Out the Application Form with particulars about your startup, product, and market traction.
• Submit Before the Deadline: March 11, 2025.
• Await Selection & Notification: Shortlisted startups shall be contacted for the ultimate choice course of.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the NITDA/Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) call for Nigerian Startups