This case-solving competition is designed to challenge the skills and expertise of product managers. The mission of the contest is to facilitate meaningful connections between talented product managers and fast-growing technology companies, as well as innovative technology firms.

According to Victor Aneleh, Program Manager Burning Heroes Africa: “Leading the charge in innovation and problem-solving, the highly anticipated 2023 Product Managers Contest, Africa edition is set to bring together brilliant minds from across Africa and the Middle East to tackle real-life challenges on case studies from our contest partners (Fintech Innovation for ExpertDojo; Disruption of HelpDesk Business at Co.brick and New Solar Product-line for Gumi & Co.).This contest promises to deliver groundbreaking solutions and insights that will shape the future of product management on the continent”.

The contest's Jury panel is a testament to its Pan-African stature, with influential experts from SunnySide Ventures, Saviu Ventures, ExpertDojo, Co.Brick, Grid Paper Studio, Botswana Innovation Hub, Curacel, Julaya, DiscoveryNxt Fund, AI Club, Gumi & Co., BongoHive Group, ARAYA Venture Lab, etc. Their combined expertise will provide invaluable insights and evaluations, shaping the trajectory of the contest's solutions. Reina-Flor Okori, a four-time Olympic champion, startup mentor, and investor, will also join the competition jury. "The concept of this competition captivated me," she says. "While competition itself is a robust engine for nurturing the product leaders of tomorrow, what excites me even more is the opportunity for meaningful connections. I'm convinced that this event will act as a launching pad for the next generation of innovators."

The contest will be virtual and open to applicants of African and Middle Eastern descent. You can also apply to participate if you work and/or reside in Africa and the Middle East. Some benefits of participating in the contest includes:

• a chance to showcase your skills as a talented product manager,
• get recognition for your portfolio and receive valuable feedback from top professionals, and
• get hired or possibilities of implementing your solutions with partnering organisations.

Established in 2022, Burning Heroes Founders Association is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organisation focused on supporting early-stage tech projects and emerging talent. Its ecosystem currently features over 200 validated startups and top global investors. The association's mission is to unite startup founders, tech talents, and investors in the pursuit of valuable innovations for the world, guided by the belief that talent and hard work are the primary drivers for such groundbreaking advancements.