Africa’s Business Heroes Competition (2026)

About

A competition offering equity-free grants and mentorship for entrepreneurs across Africa, aimed at supporting innovative business solutions and fostering growth within the continent's entrepreneurial ecosystem. Participants will benefit from extensive training, networking opportunities, and significant financial support to scale their businesses.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  Up to $300,000 in equity-free grants from a total prize pool of $1.5 million
• 🎓Mentorship Program
  Access to global mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs and industry leaders
• 📈Business Training
  Comprehensive entrepreneurial training to enhance business skills and strategies
• 🌐Network Access
  Opportunities to build connections within the pan-African entrepreneurial ecosystem
• 🎤Media Exposure
  Extensive media coverage to promote participants and their businesses

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to entrepreneurs from all African countries (54 nations)
• No age or gender restrictions
• Must be the founder or co-founder of an operational business
• Business operations must be based in Africa
• No industry restrictions, applicable to all sectors

Participation Commitments

• Must submit a complete application through the provided link
• Participation in training and mentorship sessions as scheduled
• Must be available for media engagements and promotional activities
• Commitment to the competition timeline and requirements

Target Region

Open to all entrepreneurs in Africa

Target Sector

All industries are eligible