Orange is back with its game-changing Social Venture Prize (OSVP), now in its 15th year—offering big opportunities for startups creating real-world impact!
Since launching in 2011, OSVP has become a platform for young changemakers and startups from 17 countries across Africa and the Middle East, focused on driving social and environmental innovation. The 2025 edition promises even more support, recognition, and prize money for the region’s brightest entrepreneurs.
How the OSVP Competition Works
OSVP 2025 kicks off with national competitions in each of Orange’s 17 participating countries. Here’s how it flows:
- ✅ Each country selects three top startups to qualify for the International Grand Prix.
- ✅ Up to three women-led projects can also be submitted for the International Women’s Prize.
- ✅ Finalists head to the international round, judged by a panel of African tech experts.
- ✅ Winners receive cash prizes and long-term support to grow their ventures globally.
Prize Details
The International Grand Prix offers rewards that go beyond just funding:
- 🥇 1st Prize – €25,000
- 🥈 2nd Prize – €15,000
- 🥉 3rd Prize – €10,000
- 👩💼 International Women’s Prize – €20,000 + 6 to 9 months of personalized coaching
And it doesn’t stop there—winners will also gain access to Orange Digital Center’s resources, including financial guidance, business mentorship, and technical support to help scale internationally.
Who Can Apply?
To enter OSVP 2025, you must:
- ✅ Be 21 years or older
- ✅ Come from (or have a project operating in) one of these 17 countries:
Botswana, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Cote d’Ivoire, Central African Republic, DRC, Egypt, Guinea Conakry, Jordan, Liberia, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Senegal, Sierra Leone, or Tunisia
- ✅ Be working on a project that uses new technology to create social or environmental impact
Whether it’s green tech, education platforms, healthcare access, or financial inclusion, Orange is looking for ideas that can transform communities—and the planet—for the better.
Why does OSVP Matter
With tech ecosystems booming across Africa and the Middle East, OSVP offers more than prize money—it’s a launchpad for visionary entrepreneurs who want to make a real difference. Plus, the focus on women-led initiatives highlights Orange’s commitment to inclusivity in innovation.
So if you’re building something meaningful and you’re ready to take it to the next level, this could be your moment!
