$1.5M Africa Business Heroes Entrepreneur Prize

ABH is a pan‑African entrepreneurship competition designed to identify, support, and inspire entrepreneurs creating positive impact in their communities. Over 10 years, the program will recognize 100 African entrepreneurs, providing funding, training, and storytelling platforms to strengthen the continent’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Benefits

• USD $1.5 million in grant funding annually Winner: $300,000 1st Runner‑up: $250,000 2nd Runner‑up: $150,000 Other 7 finalists: $100,000 each Additional $100,000 allocated for global immersion training
• Global recognition through media coverage and ABH campaigns
• Lifetime access to the ABH Community of entrepreneurs, investors, and mentors
• Tailored training in finance, marketing, IP law, and investment readiness
• One‑on‑one mentorship from global business leaders

• Open to entrepreneurs of all ages, genders, and industries
• Must be an African citizen or direct descendant (child or grandchild) of an African citizen — residency alone is not sufficient. businesses must have at least 3 years of revenue and demonstrated market traction
• Business must demonstrate measurable social and economic impact
• Application includes business pitch, financials, and impact narrative
• Finalists selected through multi‑stage evaluation and pitch rounds
• Entrepreneur
• Running a project or organization