1,000,000 tenge and collaboration with RBK Bank: current opportunities for startups

We’ve compiled a current selection of opportunities for startup founders that will help them reach a new level!

Training at Mancho School

An IT school where you can learn more about the profession of a programmer and determine if it suits you in just one week, create a landing page from scratch, and try out the learning format.

When: September 9-13
Where: Bishkek

WeStart Women’s Startup Incubation Program: 3D Edition

Startups founded by women who need 3D technologies to develop an MVP are invited to apply. The program will conclude with a Demo Day, where participants will present their projects. Participants can secure a grant of up to 50 million UZS, receive mentoring support from international experts, and develop their MVP using 3D technologies.

When: September 9-13
Where: Tashkent, 25 Shahrisabz St., UEnter

HackTheBookShelf

The hackathon will last three days. During this time, participants will need to develop solutions for one of two proposed cases: developing an online platform or creating a mobile application for a library. The prize fund of 1,000,000 KZT will be divided among the top four teams.

When: September 6-8
Where: Karaganda, 12 Alalykin St., IT Hub "Terrikon Valley"

TechnoWomen Astana Training: "A New Reality with AI"

Participants will be able to attend masterclasses, trainings, and expert talks on AI, as well as hear success stories of women who turned their ideas into successful startups. The program covers key topics of digital transformation, e-commerce, mentoring, and fundraising to help participants grow their businesses in the digital age.

When: September 10 at 09:00
Where: Astana, Mangilik El Ave., S.4.6

Open RBK Contest

Bank RBK is holding a contest for the best projects in the field of open banking in Kazakhstan. Participating startups can offer solutions for integration with the bank’s system based on the Bank as a Service (BaaS) concept. Winners will receive cash prizes from Visa and the opportunity to collaborate with the bank.

Application deadline: September 15

SheCodes 3.0 Hackathon

SheCodes 3.0 is a great opportunity for women aged 18 to 30 to improve their IT skills by solving unique cases from partner companies and win valuable prizes. Participation is possible individually or in teams of up to four people.
Application deadline: September 13
When: September 14-15
Where: Astana, 53 Kabanbay Batyr Ave., Nazarbayev University

EMERGE Startup Challenge

The EMERGE Startup Challenge offers a unique opportunity for startups to present their ideas to leading global investors and win a spot in the prestigious Founder Institute accelerator program, which begins in October 2024. Participating startups will receive valuable feedback from experts, establish important business connections, and present in the challenge final in Yerevan.

Application deadline: September 8

Hackathon for Solving Problems of People with Special Needs

ITMLab offers a grant of 1,000,000 KZT to the winner of the hackathon aimed at solving problems faced by people with special needs. Receive mentor support, the opportunity to present your idea to the jury, and a chance for significant funding.

When: September 13 in Almaty
September 23 in Astana