Zenith Bank Invests ₦190m in African Tech Innovators

Zenith Bank Plc has allocated ₦190m to 13 African innovators through three innovation competitions at its annual technology event, Zenith Bank Tech Fair 2026. The prize pool, described as the largest in the event’s history, was distributed across the Hackathon, Startup Pitch Competition, and the newly introduced Future Innovators Challenge.

The initiative aims to support technology-driven businesses and young innovators, reflecting the bank’s commitment to fostering innovation across the continent. The event, now in its sixth edition, highlights Zenith Bank’s ongoing efforts to drive technological advancement in Africa.

The award was announced on November 6, 2026, with the bank emphasizing its expansion of support for emerging tech ventures. This marks a significant milestone in Zenith Bank’s strategy to invest in and promote innovation within the African tech ecosystem.