Apply for the 4th BRICS+ Youth Innovation Summit 2026

Applications are open for Young innovators and entrepreneurs from BRICS and Global South countries to apply for the 4th BRICS+ Youth Innovation Summit 2026, an international gathering focused on advancing youth-led solutions for a more sustainable and inclusive world.

Scheduled to take place on 9–10 April 2026 in Pretoria, South Africa, the summit will convene emerging leaders, startup founders, and change-makers aged 18–35 to exchange ideas, build partnerships, and co-create practical solutions to global development challenges.

About the Summit

Held under the theme “Harnessing Youth Innovation for Sustainable Development and Global Prosperity,” the BRICS+ Youth Innovation Summit provides a collaborative platform for young people to apply technology, creativity, and entrepreneurship to issues affecting their communities and the wider world. The event brings together participants from Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and other Global South countries to encourage shared learning and cross-border innovation.

The summit places strong emphasis on solutions that balance economic growth with environmental protection, social equity, and long-term resilience.

Key Focus Areas

Participants will engage around innovation themes including:

• Sustainable development and green solutions, such as renewable energy, climate resilience, and responsible resource use

• Artificial intelligence and digital innovation for social and economic transformation

• Agri-tech and food security, with a focus on productivity, sustainability, and resilience

Event Details

• Dates: 9–10 April 2026

• Location: Pretoria, South Africa

This summit offers a unique chance to be part of a growing global youth network committed to using innovation as a driver for sustainable development and shared prosperity.

Don't miss out on the application deadline which is 30 January 2026.