The Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment (CAPSI) invites dynamic teams and organisations owned and managed by young people between the ages of 18 and 35 to design and produce creative outputs that disseminate findings from a study covering 17 African countries. The research explores the contribution of the nonprofit sector to dignified and fulfilling work for African youth.
When is the deadline for applications?
📅 Submission Deadline (Extended): October 31, 2025
📢 Winners Announced: November 15, 2025
Describe the award to me:
The CAPSI Youth Creative Competition 2025 is a Pan-African initiative by the Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment (CAPSI) at Wits Business School. It invites young creatives to turn research findings on youth employment and nonprofit impact into engaging, relatable content. The goal is to make academic research accessible to the public through creative storytelling and innovation.
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Which fields qualify?
Participants can submit projects using any of the following creative formats:
🎬 Digital Media – short films, animations, documentaries
🎨 Visual Arts – infographics, illustrations, photography
🎭 Performing Arts – spoken word, music videos, dance
🎮 Interactive Media – podcasts, apps, games, web storytelling
🖋️ Writing – blogs, short stories, narrative journalism
The type:
💡 Creative and research dissemination competition (grant-style award)
Who is eligible to apply?
- Teams or organizations owned and managed by young people aged 18–35.
- Applicants must be from Africa.
- Preference is given to participants from the 17 African countries featured in CAPSI’s research on dignified work and the nonprofit sector.
- Submissions can be in English, French, Portuguese, or Arabic.
How Do They Choose Applicants?
- Submitted proposals are reviewed for creativity, feasibility, and impact.
- Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the review panel.
- Finalists will present samples or prototypes of their proposed work to demonstrate capacity and innovation.
Which nations are qualified?
🌍 All African countries are eligible to apply, with priority for the 17 countries covered in CAPSI’s research on dignified and fulfilling work.
Where will the prize be accepted?
🏛️ The award is managed by CAPSI at Wits Business School (South Africa) and will be implemented within the winners’ home regions across Africa.
How Many Honors?
🏆 Four winning teams, one from each African region:
- North Africa
- West Africa
- East Africa
- Southern Africa
What Advantage Does the Award Offer?
💰 USD $32,000 per winning team (total prize pool: $128,000), paid in stages:
- $5,000 upon winning
- $27,000 in project delivery tranches
🎓 Additional benefits include:
- Mentorship and project development support
- Visibility on CAPSI and partner platforms
- Opportunities to present at policy and donor forums
What’s the Duration of the Award?
⏳ The award duration covers the project’s implementation period, with staged payments linked to milestones.
How do I Apply?
- Form a youth-led team or organization (ages 18–35).
- Review CAPSI’s research on dignified work and nonprofits.
- Select your preferred creative format (digital, visual, audio, interactive, or writing).
- Prepare a proposal summary, budget, timeline, and sample work (if available).
- Submit your entry via the CAPSI online portal before October 31, 2025.
Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
🔗 https://capsi.co.za/call-for-competition/
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