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About the challenge

It’s simple: show us what you’ve got. We’re looking for critical and creative thinking in response to one of our challenges. And how you show that is up to you - writing, design, video - the choice is yours! Applications for 2024 are now closed but we'll be back again next year.

 

Let us help you find the right challenge

We know that innovation doesn’t come in a standard box. That’s why we’re letting you choose the type of challenge that really speaks to yourself, as a creative. Familiarise yourself with the different categories and challenges on offer. You’ll be asked to select one when you start your application.

For Good

Design challenges that make you think society & sustainability

Responsible Rands

Imagine an app that helps people save money, while also reducing their environmental impact in a fun and easy way.

Connected Coins

Imagine an app that connects individuals who want to invest in social impact projects - how can it make investing in positive change accessible, engaging, and rewarding?

Growing Greens

Design a tech solution that lets low-income communities access financial education, tools, and micro-loans, while promoting economic growth in the community.

For Success

Design challenges that make you think business & entrepreneurial flair

Subscription Savvy

Create a business model for a tech service that helps people manage their subscription expenses. How does it work, and why is it a game-changer?

CryptoCurrently

Design a cryptocurrency advisory platform that helps individuals and businesses navigate the complexities of the ever-evolving crypto market.

Selling Overfees

Design a financial technology service that simplifies cross-border transactions for small businesses, reducing the fees and complexities of cross-border entrepreneurship.

For Future

Design challenges that make you think about bringing something completely new to the world

In Fashion Finance

Design a unique wearable that combines fashion with an innovative financial function. What's the unexpected twist that makes it a must-have accessory?

Paying it forward

Imagine a futuristic payment method that goes beyond traditional bank cards and mobile wallets; what would you introduce to make payments more novel and enjoyable?

Virtually Made It

Design a financial-themed VR experience that turns learning about savings and investments into a captivating, immersive journey. How does the experience make finance education fun?

How can I respond?

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Shortform video

  • 90 seconds video up to 10MB.
  • Upload from any device.
  • Any video format.
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Written

  • 1 000 words of less.
  • Submit from any device.
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A piece of creative work

  • Upload an image or PDF of your creative work.
  • Upload in .pdf, .jpg, .png, or any other image format up to 10MB in size.
  • We're not looking for your CV or Cover Letter - we're looking to see your creative response.
  • Make sure it’s clear and tells the story well.

Design Challenge FAQs

Certainly! Here are answers to the generated Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for the "Design Challenge" page:

The design challenge serves as a creative assessment to evaluate your problem-solving and innovation skills. It allows you to showcase your unique approach and creativity in addressing a specific design scenario.

Yes, the design challenge will run for a week, from Tuesday 16th January 2024 through to Monday 22nd January 2024.

Stay tuned - we will let you know by Wednesday 24th January 2024 whether you have made it into the Hackathon to be held on Friday the 26th of January 2024.

 Submissions are evaluated based on the creativity & effort displayed, user-centredness, clarity of presentation, understanding of systems impact, feasibility of solution & adherence to guidelines

Participants are allowed to submit only one entry for the design challenge.

The design challenge is structured to be accessible, and you can respond in shortform video, writing, or by uploading a document.

Yes, the design challenge is designed to be inclusive. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced innovator, we encourage participation from individuals with diverse levels of experience.

While individual feedback may not be provided due to the volume of submissions, the evaluation process aims to recognise outstanding work. Selected aspects of exceptional submissions may be highlighted in follow-up communications.

Yes, specific guidelines for formatting and presentation are as follows:

Shortform video: 90 seconds video up to 10MB, Upload from any device, Any video format.

Written: 1 000 words of less , Submit from any device.

Document upload: Upload a image or PDF of a thing you’ve made. Upload in .pdf, .jpg, .png, or any other image format up to 10MB in size. Make sure its clear and that it tells the story well.

The design challenge is a key component of the application process. Your performance in the challenge allows us to assess your innovation skills and creativity, playing a crucial role in the overall evaluation of your internship application.