2026 · Design · Photography
FACE NDC Green Innovation Challenge
A full programme campaign for the FACE NDC Green Innovation Challenge, an initiative backing green startups that advance climate action and sustainable development in Zambia. As Multimedia Designer at BongoHive, I designed the creative for every stage, from the application drive and a four-part expert webinar series through to a live-streamed Demo Day, and taught the cohort the marketing fundamentals to take their ventures to market.
- Client
- FACE NDC Programme (FAO, UNESCO, UNITAR, University of Zambia)
- My role
- Multimedia Designer, BongoHive
- Channels
- Social MediaZoom WebinarsLive StreamDemo Day
- Objective
- Attract strong green startup applications, build awareness of climate-smart business opportunities in Zambia, and showcase the cohort's ventures at Demo Day.
- Results
- Ran an application drive through to the 3 March 2026 deadline, backed by a four-part expert webinar series in February
- Carried the cohort from launch to a live-streamed Demo Day on 3 July 2026
- Taught the cohort marketing fundamentals for pitching their ideas and reaching their audiences
- Led an internal Digital4Sustainability learning session for the BongoHive team, now shaping a Green Startup Screening & Mentoring Checklist
Design
Launch & applications
A countdown to opening day, the launch announcement, and reminders that kept applications coming in through to the deadline.
Design
Zambia Green Innovation Webinar Series
Four expert-led webinars on green growth, forestry, energy and agriculture, each with its own speaker-led promotion and a series overview.
Photography
Pitch Day
Founders pitching their green ventures to the panel, along with the conversations and moments around the room.
Design
Demo Day
Introducing the builders of Zambia's green economy, with live-stream access for audiences who couldn't attend in person.
Photography
Demo Day coverage
Founders, pitches and partners on the day the cohort showcased their climate-focused ventures.