MADAA Application Formv2 - Sahara Group Foundation

Full Name

Phone Number

Highest Academic Qualification

Home/Office

Location

Website

Social Media Handle

Which of the following best describes you? Select at least one.

Innovator Academic Researcher Entrepreneur Inventor

Product/Innovation/Business/Project Name.

Do you have any intellectual property (patents, trademarks, or copyrights) related to your product/solution?

Yes No

Describe your invention, innovation, or business in detail. What problem does it solve? (200 words).

Your response should contain the following: Explain the problem your innovation is designed to solve and why your innovation is a “must have.” What natural resources do you (or your innovation) use as raw material, and how do you source and use them? What is new, interesting or different & what makes your invention/innovation/product unique compared to existing solutions? Have you conducted any market research or pilot tests? If yes, share your findings.

Do you have a tested and working prototype of your product or solution?

Yes No

How does your project contribute to environmental sustainability or social development? (200 words).

Your response should contain the following: How do you ensure the ethical and responsible use of natural resources in your innovation? What impact has your project made so far (jobs created, communities impacted, sales generated, etc.)?

What are your main sources of funding so far?

How does your project contribute to environmental sustainability or social development? (200 words).

Have you received any recognition, awards, grants or partnerships for your project?

Yes No

Your response should contain the following: How do you see this support helping you achieve your goals in the next 1-3 years? For every item you need to expand your innovation/invention/product, explain why it is necessary for the expansion and to the future success of the business.

If yes, kindly share details

Upload images or videos showcasing your project.

Upload other supporting documents (business plan, pitch deck, patents, certifications, etc.).

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