"One of Africa's most prestigious entrepreneurship competitions. ₦450 million in grants. No debt. No equity given up. Just your story, your business, and your impact."
If you run a business in Nigeria and you are looking for grant funding to start or scale your business, this is for you.
Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH), powered by the Jack Ma Foundation, is Africa’s flagship entrepreneurship grant competition.
Each year, 10 finalists share $1.5 million in grant funding, with no repayment and no equity required. The grand prize winner receives $300,000, and all top 10 finalists receive funding down to $100,000.
Beyond funding, participants gain mentorship, global visibility, and access to a pan-African network of investors and ecosystem leaders.
All sectors are welcome, including tech, agriculture, fashion, and services. There is no age limit and no industry restriction. The focus is on impact, execution, and growth potential.
Application Deadline: April 28th 2026
Funding structure
🏆 Top prize: $300,000 grant for the winner
💵 Total prize pool: $1.5 million shared among the top 10 finalists
📊 Additional awards: Additional $100,000 allocated for global immersion training per finalist.
No debt, no equity dilution, only grant funding based on business strength and impact.
Who can apply
- Entrepreneurs from any of the 54 African countries
- Any sector including tech, agriculture, fashion, and services
- No age or experience restrictions
- Businesses at any stage with clear impact and growth potential
What winners gain beyond funding
- Global media exposure and televised grand finale
- Access to a pan-African investor and founder network
- High-level mentorship and business support
- International immersion and learning opportunities
Why it matters
ABH is more than a grant competition. It is a platform that identifies and supports Africa’s most promising entrepreneurs with capital, visibility, and long-term ecosystem access.
It rewards strong storytelling, measurable impact, and execution ability rather than formal credentials or industry background.
Apply or register: https://africabusinessheroes.org/en/register
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