About the programme
The RICH Hub is seeking African-led or Africa-based climate AI and data-driven innovations that are past the prototype stage and being tested or used with intended end users. Selected innovations may receive technical support, coaching, research and piloting opportunities, ecosystem connections, visibility, scaling partnerships and potential scaling grants of up to USD 200,000. Submitting an EOI does not guarantee selection or funding. The form temporarily closes on 15 November 2026 for internal review and selection of the first cohort.
Eligibility
- African-led or Africa-based innovation
- Addresses a clearly defined climate or environmental challenge relevant to African contexts
- Uses AI and/or data-driven technologies as a meaningful part of the solution
- Has reached pilot stage or beyond and is being tested or used with intended communities, organisations or end users
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What they look for
- Potential for further development, adoption or scale
What you receive
- Technical and innovation support
- Coaching
- Research and piloting opportunities
- Ecosystem connections and knowledge exchange
- Increased visibility
- Scaling partnerships
- Potential scaling grants of up to USD 200,000
How to apply
- Complete the RICH Hub Climate AI Innovation Expression of Interest form
- Optional consent to inclusion in a public Climate AI Innovation Database (voluntary, not required for consideration)
Applications are submitted on Research & Innovation for Climate (RICH) Hub, Local Development Research Institute (LDRI) / AI4D’s own site. Open Doors helps you prepare; it is not the official application portal.
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Source and verification
- Official source
- Research & Innovation for Climate (RICH) Hub, Local Development Research Institute (LDRI) / AI4D
- Last checked
- 10 Nov 2026, read automatically from the official page
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