The Collaborate Lagos initiative has returned with a renewed focus on connecting innovation with opportunity at the Art of Technology Lagos 7.0 (AOT 7.0). This year, the initiative is aiming to support high-impact startups in Africa’s leading tech hub by providing them with the resources they need to succeed.
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The 2025 edition of Collaborate Lagos will offer a prize pool of l₦25 million, giving founders the chance to access funding, mentorship, investor networks, and increased visibility within the ecosystem. The goal is to empower entrepreneurs who are working to address real-world challenges in sectors that align with Lagos’s vision for sustainable growth.
Collaborate Lagos goes beyond just being a startup pitch competition. It is an entire innovation ecosystem that is designed to connect founders with the capital, collaborators, and resources they need to grow. The initiative recognizes that success is not just about funding, but also about building partnerships, accessing new markets, and learning from others.
By bringing together startups, investors, government agencies, development partners, and corporates, Collaborate Lagos creates a supportive environment for transformative ventures to thrive and make a lasting impact.
Focus Sectors for 2025
Participating startups must be driving change within at least one of these key sectors:
- AgriTech– Smart farming and aquaculture innovations to enhance food security.
- HealthTech – Solutions improving healthcare access and delivery, from digital health to biotech.
- Sustainable Mobility– Innovations in green transport systems, EVs, and smart urban mobility.
- EdTech– Transforming learning experiences through immersive and digital technologies.
- GreenTech & Clean Energy– Accelerating renewable energy adoption and carbon reduction solutions.
What Selected Startups Will Gain
- Access to Funding: Compete for a share of the ₦25 million prize pool.
- Market Visibility: Showcase at Lagos’s largest tech and innovation event.
- Collaborative Networks: Connect with investors, corporates, and policymakers.
- Mentorship & Capacity Building: Learn from industry experts through workshops and one-on-one guidance.
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Who Can Apply
- Early-stage or growth-stage startups registered in Nigeria.
- Founders or teams with scalable, innovation-driven solutions.
- Businesses addressing challenges within the focus sectors.
How to Apply
Applications are now open for Collaborate Lagos 2025. Interested startups are encouraged to submit their entries before the deadline of November 7, 2025.
