Entrepreneurship World Cup 2025 is back again with $1.5M in prizes for startups globally

Do you have a business idea that can make a strong impression on a global stage? The Entrepreneurship World Cup 2025 is opening its stage to host some of the brilliant minds across the globe and offering winners $1.5 million in prizes and global recognition.

Since its inception in 2019 and now in its sixth year, the Entrepreneurship World Cup is known as a large platform that has supported thousands of entrepreneurs. The EWC was launched through the Misk Global Forum in collaboration with the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN). Winners will have the opportunity to secure funding, gain mentorship and create a network of global investors and peers. The EWC is open to all entrepreneurs at an early stage of business and is open to all businesses that are eligible and legally compatible with the event’s rules. 

Previous winners of The Entrepreneurship World Cup 2025

Since the beginning of the Entrepreneurship World Cup, the event has welcomed over 370,000 entrepreneurs from more than 200 countries. Many of these startups have gone on to raise funding, enter whole new markets, and grow their businesses globally. 

One such is MisMar, a Saudi Arabian startup specialising in using automotive maintenance technology. Another is TODOC, a South Korean startup specialising in neutral prosthetics for hearing loss and neuromodulation.

Then we have a Singaporean company, TurtleTree, which adapts biotechnology to create sustainable nutrition that is made using precision fermentation technology.

Your company can be next, and here`s how to qualify: 

Who can apply

• Entrepreneurs at various stages, from the early stage to the already-established stage
• There is no restriction on which region is allowed to participate
• All countries are open to apply
• All startups must be legally registered and must belong to a recognised sector

What you gain

• $1.5 million prize money which has specific allocations in different categories
• Expert mentorship and coaching
• Exposure and visibility in the global market
• Access to a large network of innovators and investors
• World-class training and pitch preparation
• Opportunities to collaborate and grow your business

How to apply

Here are the steps to take when applying for the Entrepreneurship World Cup 2025

• Visit the official website: head to the Entrepreneurship World Cup website to get started. This is where you will submit your application
• Complete the application form: fill out the application form with details about your business. Be sure to provide a clear description of what your startup does, its goals, and how you are making an impact
• Submit your pitch: along with the application, you will need to submit a pitch video or presentation. This is your chance to show off your business, explain why it matters, and highlight its potential
• Submit your application: make sure to double-check everything, and submit your application. Make sure it’s complete and accurate—this is your opportunity to make a statement
• Wait for the results: after the submission deadline, the judges will review all the applications. If you are selected, you will move on to the next stage, which includes mentorship, pitch preparation, and much more.

Deadline

If you check all the eligibility boxes, proceed to the Entrepreneurship World Cup 2025 website to apply immediately. All entries close on Monday, May 26, 2025.

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