The KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition aims to empower women entrepreneurs by providing them with the necessary support, resources, and networking opportunities to elevate their businesses.
We encourage female founders who are passionate about their businesses, demonstrate a strong market potential, and have a clear ambition for growth to apply.
Facts About KPMG Female Founders in Africa
- Global Reach: KPMG operates in over 147 countries, making it one of the largest professional services networks globally.
- Empowering Women: KPMG’s Female Founders competition aims to support women entrepreneurs, addressing the significant gender gap in entrepreneurship.
- Diverse Sectors: The competition welcomes applications from various sectors, including tech, health, agriculture, and more.
- Networking Opportunities: Finalists will gain access to KPMG’s extensive network of experts, investors, and entrepreneurs.
- Mentorship Program: Selected founders will benefit from KPMG’s mentorship program, providing valuable guidance and support.
- Investor Matching: The competition offers a unique opportunity for founders to connect with potential investors.
- Brand Visibility: Winners will receive increased branding and visibility for their startups.
- Competition Legacy: Past winners have gone on to achieve significant growth and success.
- Expert Jury: A panel of experienced investors and industry experts will judge the competition.
- Growing Community: KPMG’s Female Founders competition is part of a larger effort to foster a supportive community for women entrepreneurs in Africa.
Details For KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition 2025
The 2025 KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition is excited to invite applications from female entrepreneurs across the continent.
KPMG is seeking ambitious and high-growth ventures that are owned and led by women from a diverse range of sectors, including technology, health, agriculture, and more.
The competition aims to empower women entrepreneurs by providing them with the necessary support, resources, and networking opportunities to elevate their businesses.
Apply now to be part of this competition and take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey.
Eligibility Requirements For KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition 2025
To be considered for the KPMG Female Founders in Africa, you must:
- Be a registered company in the country/region where the country/region final is being held
- Must be female-owned
- 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)
- Be available to pitch at the Finals in 2025 (If selected as a finalist).
Rewards For KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition 2025
- Access to the KPMG mentorship programme
- Access to the investors’ deals
- Branding and visibility of your startup
- Investor matching
- Access to our community engagements
How To Apply For KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition 2025
To apply for the KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition, interested candidates should use the “CLICK HERE TO APPLY” button below to submit their application.
The application process involves;
- Call for applications
- 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)
- 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.