KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition 2026

📖 About KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition

The KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition aims to empower women entrepreneurs by offering essential support, resources, and networking opportunities. It equips participants to thrive amidst uncertainty and change.

Sponsor Organisation:

• Klynveld Peat Marwick Goerdeler (KPMG)

🎁 Benefits of the Competition

Participants of the KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition will receive the following benefits:

• Access to the KPMG mentorship programme
• Opportunities to connect with investors’ deals
• Enhanced branding and visibility for your startup
• Access to community engagements

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the competition, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be a registered company in the country/region where the final is being held.
• Must be female-owned.
• Have been active in operation for at least one year.
• Be 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 within the outlined timeline.
• If selected as a finalist, be available to pitch at the Finals in 2026.

📝 Application Date and Process

The application process includes the following steps:

1. Call for applications
2. Submission of supporting details
3. Shortlist selection by a panel of experts, inviting teams to the pitching event.
   • Note: Organizers reserve the right to move competitors to the online "other countries" group for competition.
4. Regional pitching to a panel of jury (Investors) and announcement of regional winners.
5. Pitching finals for regional winners and announcement of "Best Female Founder" for early, growth, and mature ventures.

📅 Application Deadline

• 28 February, 2026

🌐 Application Portal

• View details of the competition on the KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition.
• Apply directly via the Application Form.

This competition is a unique opportunity for female entrepreneurs to gain mentorship, visibility, and access to valuable resources. Don't miss the chance to showcase your innovative ideas and grow your business!

• Access to the KPMG mentorship programme
• Access to the investors’ deals
• Branding and visibility of your startup
• Access to our community engagements