**Awards**

**Winner:**

- Prizes valued at USD 1000, which include:
- Free enrollment in short courses offered by UN Tourism.
- Mentorship, partnership, potential funding support, and career advancement opportunities.
- Access to a network of Africa Youth in Tourism Mentors and Innovators.

**1st Runner Up:**

- Prizes valued at USD 500, which include:
- Free enrollment in short courses offered by UN Tourism.
- Mentorship, partnership, potential funding support, and career advancement opportunities.
- Access to a network of Africa Youth in Tourism Mentors and Innovators.

**2nd Runner Up:**

- Prizes valued at USD 500, which include:
- Free enrollment in short courses offered by UN Tourism.
- Mentorship, partnership, potential funding support, and career advancement opportunities.
- Access to a network of Africa Youth in Tourism Mentors and Innovators.

**Additional Benefits:**

- **Professional Development:** Free enrollment in short courses by UN Tourism.
- **Career Advancement:** Opportunities for mentorship, funding, partnerships, and inclusion in the Africa Youth in Tourism Mentors and Innovators Network.
- **Global Exposure:** Present your innovation at prominent events and connect with industry leaders.

The Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge is your chance to revolutionize the travel and tourism industry. Show off your creativity, demonstrate your impact, and make your vision a reality!

Regardless of gender, colour, or physical ability, everyone are welcome to participate in this inclusive program.

The challenge is available to people (youth between the ages of 18 and 35 and postgraduate students worldwide), partnerships, or businesses that are innovating in the travel and tourism industry.