Kelley African Business Challenge 2025

The Kelley African Business Challenge 2025 is a competition for African entrepreneurs to pitch their ventures, gain visibility, and compete for financial support to accelerate business growth. Finalists present to a panel of judges and a global audience, with cash prizes and mentorship as part of the rewards. The program targets early-stage ventures with strong social-impact potential and scalable models, based in Africa.

Cash prizes and mentorship for winners.

Open to African entrepreneurs based in Africa; at least one member of the management team must be involved; applicants may submit only one business pitch.

Submit a business pitch via the provided application form.