Apply for 2025 KPMG Female Founders Competition in Africa!

Calling all innovative female founders across Africa! The 2025 KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition is now accepting applications from passionate women entrepreneurs eager to grow their businesses. This unique competition seeks ventures across sectors such as technology, health, and agriculture that showcase high growth potential and market impact. If you’re a female entrepreneur with a transformative business model and a commitment to community development, this opportunity could be the next big step in your journey.

Selected finalists will gain access to KPMG’s mentorship program, exclusive investor networking, and community engagement opportunities, providing invaluable resources and visibility for their startups. The competition follows a structured process, starting with an application and supporting document submission, followed by expert shortlisting and a dynamic pitching series where regional and final winners will be announced. Winners will receive awards in three categories: early-stage, growth-stage, and mature ventures.

To qualify, your business must be registered in the competition’s hosting region, be active for at least one year, and not be majority-owned by a large corporation. Only female-led, tech-enabled businesses are eligible, with a requirement for English-speaking pitch sessions.

Don’t miss this chance to advance your entrepreneurial vision and gain the recognition your startup deserves. Apply today for the KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition and take your place among Africa’s leading women entrepreneurs!

Eligible Regions: Open to female entrepreneurs across Africa.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Registered company in the country/region where the competition final is held.
• Female-owned business. Active for at least one year.
• Tech-enabled, tech-driven, or tech-led.
• Not majority-owned by a large corporate entity.
• Capable of conducting pitches in English.
• Available for regional and country events for semi-finals and finals in 2025.