Founders Connect Pitch2Win 2025 For Early-Stage Startups in Africa ($2,500 Grant Prize + Exclusive perks)

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Applications are open for Founders Connect Pitch2Win. This is a Pitch2Win competition organized by Founders Connect for early-stage founders across Africa (starting from Kenya & Nigeria) get a chance to showcase their ideas, secure funding, and gain the resources they need to grow.

‍Their superpower is providing startups with visibility and strategic introductions they need to get to the next level. The grant is a bonus.

Founders Connect Pitch2Win Benefits

This year, $2,500 in equity-free grant funding is up for grabs with exclusive perks designed to take your startup to the next level.
In addition, there is an opportunity to pitch to investors like Ingressive Capital and get up to $10,000 investment from African Impact Initiative.

Other Perks

$25k-fee free processing on Paystack.
One year free Intercom pro subscription and 50% off in year 2
6 months free on Notion with unlimited AI – over $6,000 in savings!
Up to $10k in AWS credits
6 months of free PR Services from Reneé PR

Who can apply?

Ambitious and passionate builders ready to take their startups to the next level. This application is open to all industries, with a special interest in women-led startups.

Eligibility Criteria for Founders Connect Pitch2Win

Startup must be less than 3 years old
Must be tech-enabled (not just a website)
Must have launched a product in the market with demonstrable traction (active users and/or revenue)
Must have raised less than $1M in outside capital
Must have high growth potential and scalability
Founding team must be available to pitch in person at the semi-final and final stages (Lagos, Nigeria or Nairobi, Kenya)
Startup should address specific needs, challenges, or opportunities within African markets
At least one founder must be committed full-time to the startup