TAL Community Essay Competition 2025: ₦200,000 Prize and a Platform to Shape Africa’s AI Future
The TAL Community Essay Competition 2025 is officially open, offering African students, researchers, and professionals the opportunity to share bold ideas on artificial intelligence, ethics, and data governance — all through an African lens.
This isn’t just another essay contest. Organizers say the platform is designed to spark groundbreaking conversations that could shape technology policies, influence ethical practices, and fuel fresh innovations across the continent.
Who Can Apply
The competition is intentionally inclusive, welcoming entries from:
- Tertiary institution students across Africa
- Academic researchers in any discipline
- Professionals working in technology, law, or public policy
If you belong to any of these groups, you are eligible to compete.
Why You Should Join
Participants stand to gain more than recognition. Rewards include:
- ₦200,000 cash prize for the overall best essay
- Free access to The Tech Court for the top five writers, where they’ll join high-level policy and tech discussions
- Visibility and credibility across the TAL-Tech community
- A platform to shape Africa’s AI and data conversations with practical, solution-driven ideas
“These rewards go beyond money,” the organizers note. “They open doors and give African voices a chance to influence the future of artificial intelligence.”
How to Submit
Interested participants must:
- Write an original essay — plagiarism will not be tolerated.
- Demonstrate clear research and propose solutions rooted in Africa’s realities.
- Complete the official application form and upload the essay before the deadline.
Organizers emphasize that submissions should go beyond pointing out problems and instead provide realistic, context-driven solutions.
Deadline for Entries
The closing date is October 31, 2025. Late submissions will not be considered, so applicants are urged to send in entries early.
Final Word
For African thinkers eager to make their mark, the TAL Community Essay Competition 2025 is more than a writing contest — it’s a stage to influence the continent’s technological and ethical future. Whether you’re a student, researcher, or professional, this is your chance to turn ideas into impact.
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