African startups are encouraged to apply for the GSMA Innovation Fund for Climate Resilience and Adaptation 2.0, a program designed to support digital technology innovations that have a positive socio-economic and environmental impact in regions vulnerable to climate risks.

In collaboration with the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), the GSMA Innovation Fund for Climate Resilience and Adaptation 2.0 builds upon the success of its previous edition, where eight African startups secured grants.

The fund is open to startups, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and social enterprises across Africa, South and South East Asia, the Pacific Islands, the Caribbean, and selected countries in Europe and Latin America. It seeks innovative solutions that leverage digital technology, particularly mobile, to enhance resilience and adaptation to climate change.

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Selected organizations will receive comprehensive support, including grant funding ranging from GBP100,000 (US$125,000) to GBP250,000 (US$200,000), tailored technical assistance, facilitation of partnerships with mobile operators and public sector entities, opportunities for peer learning, and increased visibility to potential investors and partners through GSMA's events, publications, and social media platforms.

Applications for the GSMA Innovation Fund for Climate Resilience and Adaptation 2.0 are currently open and can be submitted until May 16. Interested startups are encouraged to apply through the provided application link, seizing the opportunity to access funding and resources that can help scale their climate-focused digital innovations.

The GSMA remains committed to driving positive change through digital technology and recognizes the pivotal role that startups play in addressing climate challenges and driving sustainable development.