The KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition 2026 invites bold and driven women entrepreneurs across the continent. The KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition supports women who lead strong ventures with clear growth plans and real market value. Through the KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition, founders gain exposure, mentorship, and access to investors who value innovation and resilience.
If you run a business with strong impact and future potential, the KPMG Competition gives you a platform to grow, connect, and compete with leading women founders.
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About The KPMG
The KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition targets women who own and lead innovative businesses across sectors such as technology, health, agriculture, and more. The KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition seeks founders who stay resilient, solve real problems, and build scalable ventures in changing global conditions.
The competition focuses on growth, visibility, mentorship, and investor access for women building strong companies with long term vision.
Eligibility Criteria
To participate in the KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition, you must meet the following requirements.
- Be a registered company in the country/region where the country/region final is being held
- Must be female-ownedÂ
- Have been active in operation for at least one year
- Be either a tech-enabled, tech-driven or tech-led business
- Not be majority-owned by a large corporate
- Be able to conduct all pitches in English
- Be available to pitch at a country or regional event for the semi-final and final in the timeline outlined by the country of origin (if applicable).
- If selected as a finalist, be available to pitch at the Finals in 2026.
Application process
The KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition follows a structured process from application to final selection.
- Call for applications Â
- Submission of supporting details
- Shortlist selection by a panel of experts, inviting teams to the pitching event (The organizers reserve the right to move the competitors to the online “other countries” group and have them compete there)Â
- Regional pitching to a panel of jury (Investors) and announcement of regional winners
- Pitching finals for regional winners and announcement of “Best female-founder” for early, growth, and mature ventures
Benefits of KPMG Female Founders Competition
The KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition provides direct support for business growth.
- Access to the KPMG mentorship programme
- Access to the investors’ deals
- Branding and visibility of your startup
- Access to our community engagementsÂ
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How To Apply
Follow these steps to join the KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition.
Step 1. Go to 2026 KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition
Step 2. Prepare your business information and supporting documents
Step 3. Submit your application within the deadline
Step 4. Wait for shortlist notification
Step 5. Prepare and deliver your pitch if selected
Step 6. Participate in regional and final pitching events
