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About this opportunity

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

Who can apply

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

Jack Ma FoundationCompetition

$1.5M Africa Business Heroes Entrepreneur Prize

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Opportunity type

Competition

Funding

Fully Funded

Location

Africa

Deadline

Archived

About this opportunity

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

Who can apply

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

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