Cambodia to Host 2026 FrancoTech Innovation Competition, Applications Now Open

Cambodia is set to host the FrancoTech Innovation Competition 2026, an international event that will bring together innovators from 90 Francophone countries. The Ministry of Post and Telecommunications (MPTC) has officially opened applications for the competition. The event will take place on November 15 at the Koh Pich Convention and Exhibition Centre in Phnom Penh, marking the first time Cambodia hosts the competition, following its 2024 edition in France. According to MPTC, the competition offers innovators a platform to present digital products, services, and solutions focused on digital technologies. Participants will have the opportunity to compete for internationally recognized awards and gain global exposure. Award categories for 2026 include Best Digital Innovation and Best Women Technopreneurs. MPTC is encouraging innovators, digital startups, and entrepreneurship communities with innovative digital offerings that contribute to digital transformation across the Francophone community to apply for the competition. Key dates: Application Deadline: September 1, 2026 Semi-finals: September 16, 2026 Finals and Award Presentation: November 15, 2026 Applications can be submitted at: https://competition.francotech.gov.kh/ The competition is organized by the MPTC, with support from the CBRD Fund and in partnership with Metfone.