Deadline: September 30, 2025
The Tech FoundHER Africa Challenge 2025, powered by Naspers and Prosus and delivered in partnership with Lionesses of Africa, presents an opportunity for women tech (co)founders in Africa to win up to $100,000 in equity-free grants, gain mentorship, and enhance visibility to accelerate their business growth.
The focus areas for this challenge are to support women tech founders in Africa by offering equity-free grants, mentorship, and visibility to propel their businesses forward.
This challenge is designed specifically for women tech entrepreneurs across Africa who are looking to take the next significant step in their innovation journey. The initiative encourages women-led tech companies to participate and leverage the resources provided by the program to boost their impact and scale.
Applications for the Tech FoundHER Africa Challenge 2025 close at midnight CAT on 30 September 2025. Entrants can save their application progress for up to 15 days, provided they access the form using the same browser and device. This safety feature ensures applicants have ample time to prepare and complete their submissions carefully.
This challenge is a significant milestone for Africa’s tech ecosystem, empowering women entrepreneurs to lead and innovate in the tech space with substantial financial support and expert guidance.
For more information, visit Naspers.
