Deadline: September 30, 2025
Are you a woman leading a tech business in Africa? The Tech FoundHER Africa Challenge 2025 is here to empower women tech founders with funding, mentorship, and access to networks that can take their ventures to the next level. This challenge offers up to US $100,000 in equity-free grants, along with valuable exposure and guidance from seasoned experts.
About the Tech FoundHER Africa Challenge 2025
The Tech FoundHER Africa Challenge 2025 is designed to support women who are building impactful technology businesses across Africa. By offering grants, mentorship, and visibility, the programme aims to bridge the gender gap in tech entrepreneurship and foster innovative solutions across multiple sectors.
This initiative provides not just funding, but also mentorship from experienced operators and connections with potential investors and customers.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be a woman tech founder or co-founder based in Africa.
- Have a business operating within one or more of the following sectors:
Focus Sectors
- Financial Services & Business Tools
- Fintech, Insurtech, Legaltech, Regtech, Martech, Adtech, HR Tech, Future of Work
- Health, Life Sciences & Social Impact
- Healthtech, Medtech, Biotech, Foodtech, CharityTech, Edtech
- Climate, Environment & Sustainability
- Cleantech, Greentech, Agritech, Smart City Tech
- Consumer, Lifestyle & Creative Industries
- ConsumerTech, FashionTech, EntertainmentTech, Gaming/eSports, MediaTech
- Infrastructure, Mobility & Industry Solutions
- IT Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Govtech, Proptech, Mobility, Logistics & Supply Chain
- Emerging Technologies
- Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, and related innovations
Benefits
Winners of the Tech FoundHER Africa Challenge 2025 will receive:
- Equity-free grants of up to US $100,000
- Mentorship from experienced operators and industry leaders
- Access to investor networks, including opportunities for partnerships, customers, and visibility
Application Deadline
- 30 September 2025, by midnight CAT
⚠️ Important: The application form can be saved and resumed for up to 15 days after starting. However, you must use the same device and browser each time.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should prepare a strong proposal that clearly outlines:
- The problem your business solves
- Your traction and impact so far
- Why your team is best positioned to succeed
- How you plan to use the grant and mentorship opportunities
Start your application early to allow time for refining your responses.
👉 Click here to apply
👉 Read more about the programme
Final Note
The Tech FoundHER Africa Challenge 2025 is more than just a competition — it’s an opportunity to gain funding, mentorship, and visibility that could transform your business. Don’t miss the chance to apply and take your startup to the next level.
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