NL Startup Competition 2025

Join us for the second edition of the NL Startup Competition where startups pitch for prize money, a valuable network and lots of opportunities.

Take your startup to the next level!

Join us in celebrating the success of the first NL Startup Competition! Our first edition showcased exceptional startups dedicated to social impact, energy transition, digital progress, and sustainability.

Several participants from the first edition of the NL Startup Competition continued their journey on the international stage. ChatLicense, the overall winner, was selected for the Top 100 of the Entrepreneurship World Cup after progressing through the initial Top 250 Bootcamp, securing 8th place. Two other participating startups of NL Startup Competition, Pal and Kumasi Drinks, also took part in the global competition. We’re proud to see these teams grow beyond the national level and continue building on the momentum sparked during the competition.

Join us as we reflect on the success stories and prepare for the next chapter.  Stay updated on upcoming opportunities and be part of our vibrant community driving innovation forward. Registrations are closed for the 2nd edition of NL Startup Competition, follow us to see who will be participating this year!

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Prizes

See the prizes structured to reflect the goals of the NL Startup Competition: supporting innovation with resources that go beyond visibility alone. Each one is designed to strengthen growth by providing access to expertise, tools, opportunities and more.

Gain entry into the global Top 250 startups, with a chance to compete at the Entrepreneurship World Cup.

Awarded to the winner of each category to support your next stage of growth.

Access tailored development packages designed to boost your product – from full-stack MVP development, AI integration to many more.

Receive workspace access to help build and grow your venture.

Benefit from personalized sessions with industry experts to sharpen your strategy.

Highlights

Revealed: The 2024 NL Startup Competition Winners. Find out more about the winners and the Grand Finale of NL Startup Competition!

Finalists of 2025

We are proud to announce the finalists of the second edition of NL Startup Competition.

Drive positive change and tackle pressing societal issues head-on.

Transform industries with cutting-edge tech solutions that streamline processes and improve experiences.

Lead the charge towards a sustainable future with innovative energy solutions.

Promote environmental health by rethinking how we use and reuse resources.

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