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 APPLY: 2023 MTN mPulse Spelling Bee Competition For Young Nigerians (Over ₦18 Million Prizes)


MTN mPulse Spelling Bee Competition is open to Nigerian students from primary and secondary schools. The winners with their schools and teachers/mentors will be given many exciting prizes.

The competition aims to aid Nigerian students in developing their English language and spelling abilities, as well as to give them the chance to win over 18 million in cash and other exciting prizes.


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Summary

  • Host: MTN Nigeria 
  • Category: Competitions 
  • Eligible Country: Nigeria 
  • Reward: 18 Million Naira Prizes | University Scholarship | Laptops | iPhones | mPulse Goody Bag
  • Deadline: Not Specified 
  • Scholarship Alerts: To receive Scholarship Alerts on WhatsApp, Click HERE.


Details:

The MTN mPulse Spelling Bee Competition is open to Nigeria Primary and Secondary school students between 9 – 15years old.


The competition aims to aid Nigerian students in developing their English language and spelling abilities, as well as to give them the chance to win over ₦80 million in cash and other exciting prizes.

 

The stages of the competition include;

  • The first stage will be done on the MTN mPulse website and is open to all students between 9 and 15 years.
  • The top 1000 from the first round will be invited via mail for the second round of the competition which will take place on the mPulse website.
  • The first 20 students with the highest scores from the second round will qualify for the third stage (Grand Finale). The invitation will be sent via mail
  • Grand finale of the competition which will be held physically.


Requirements:

To be considered for the MTN mPulse Spelling Bee Competition, you must:

  • Be primary or secondary school student in Nigeria
  • Be between 9 – 15years old
  • Be resident in Nigeria


Reward

The MTN is offering cash and other exciting prizes for the winners of its mPulse Spelling Bee Competition, their schools and teachers.

  • 1st Prize 
  • Student
  • Winner’s Trophy
  • ₦2.5 million scholarship grant
  • 1 Laptop
  • 1 Smartphone
  • mPulse Goody Bag
  • Teacher
  • ₦350,000 grant
  • School
  • ICT Lab – 10 Laptops & 10 Hynet Modems.

  • 2nd Prize
  • Student
  • ₦1.5 million scholarship grant
  • 1 Smartphone
  • mPulse Goody Bag
  • Teacher
  • ₦200,000 grant.

  • 3rd PrizeStudent
  • ₦1 million scholarship grant
  • 1 Smartphone
  • mPulse Goody Bag
  • Teacher
  • ₦100,000 grant.

  • 4th – 10th Finalists
  • Student
  • ₦200,000 cash prize each
  • mPulse Goody Bag
  • Teacher
  • ₦50,000 cash prize each.

  • 11th – 20th Finalists
  • Students
  • ₦100,000 scholarship grant each
  • mPulse Goody Bag


Method of Application

Interested candidates should register by creating an account on the mPulse Spelling Bee site and do the first stage of the competition using the link below.

Apply 

Summary

  • Host: MEST Africa
  • Category: Competitions
  • Eligible Countries: 5 African Countries
  • Reward: $50,000
  • Deadline: October 9, 2023
  • Scholarship Alerts: To receive Scholarship Alerts on WhatsApp, Click HERE


Details:

This year, we are thrilled to bring even more excitement to early-stage entrepreneurs with startups based in Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, Kenya, and South Africa. As part of this prestigious competition, tech founders stand a chance to win the coveted USD 50,000 in equity, gain global recognition, and become part of MEST Africa’s lifelong supportive community.


Requirements:

Your business must be an early-stage technology startup based in at least one of the 5 countries where we will hold the Regional Finals (Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, Kenya) with the following characteristics:

  • Monthly Recurring Revenue: A minimum of $5k
  • Funding raised: Cumulative $1M or less
  • Years in existence: 3 years and below 
  • Traction: At least 6 months of recurring revenue
  • Founding team: At least 2 founding team members 
  • Registered in Delaware (This is pr
  • eferred)


Duration and Reward

USD 50,000 in equity investment, access to MEST Portfolio resources and strategic partnerships, 1-year professional business coaching in addition to other benefits and prizes for the main winner and Regional Finalists.

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Evaluation Process

The criteria for our student entrepreneur competition is split into two parts and focuses primarily on your journey as an entrepreneur.


Part 1: Evaluation of the Student Entrepreneur

The student entrepreneur demonstrates the tenacious spirit needed to succeed as an entrepreneur. They have encountered challenges, overcome them, and learned from their mistakes.

The student entrepreneur is effectively integrating the two roles of life – as a student AND a business owner.

The student demonstrates a desire to build a better tomorrow. They aim to improve a process or solve a problem with motivations not solely based on driving profits.

EO Core Value #1 – Trust and Respect – The student has demonstrated an appropriate degree of trust and respect in his/her interactions with the judges. They are true to self, demonstrating vulnerability and openness, and are trustworthy.

EO Core Value #2 – Thirst for Learning – The student is seeking out expert advice and wisdom, and proactively growing his/her own knowledge. They are naturally curious.

EO Core Value #3 – Think Big, Be Bold – The student is taking smart risks and evolving to meet changing circumstances. They aim to make positive change.

EO Core Value #4 – Together We Grow – The student is open-minded, adds value to the entrepreneurial community and is committed to helping others grow. They value diversity and inclusivity in life and business.


Part 2: Evaluate the Student Business

Has the student demonstrated a knowledge of strong business fundamentals? Have they provided information relating to the growth, revenue and profit of the business?

Has the student effectively communicated the business and its vision?

Does the student business show strong potential for future growth?