Entries open for 14th Continental Essay Competition

Donor Name: ARSO

Reference URL:https://www.arso-oran.org/ova_dep/continental-essay-competition/

The 14th Continental Essay Competition invites tertiary students in African Union Member States to submit original essays on how stronger conformity assessment systems and mutual recognition arrangements can strengthen the cotton-to-clothing value chain and support the AfCFTA.

Essays should examine how strengthened conformity assessment systems and mutual recognition arrangements, including certification through the ARSO Mark, can unlock the potential of the cotton-to-clothing value chain in support of the AfCFTA’s objectives.

Prizes are 1,000 Dollars for first place, 800 Dollars for second place, and 500 Dollars for third place. Winners receive cash awards and certificates of excellence; first place also receives public recognition at the ASRO Awards Ceremony.

Eligible applicants are students enrolled in an accredited tertiary institution in an African Union Member State when they submit their essay and aged 35 or below at the submission deadline. Students from all disciplines may apply. Each student may submit one essay; group and co-authored submissions are not eligible.

Essays must be 1,000–1,200 words, excluding references, the cover page, and appendices, and may be written in English or French. Submissions must be original, unpublished work, submitted as a Word (.docx) document in 12-point font with 1.5 line spacing.

Include a separate cover page with the student’s name, institution, country, and contact details, while leaving the essay body anonymous for blind judging. Sources must be cited consistently; plagiarized or substantially AI-generated essays will be disqualified. Attach a copy of an identity card or passport and a completed registration form.

For more information, visit ARSO.

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