KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition 2026

The 2026 KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition is delighted to invite applications from dynamic female entrepreneurs across the continent. In a world marked by ever-evolving global dynamics, we are seeking resilient and ambitious ventures - owned and led by women - across a diverse array of sectors, including technology, health, agriculture, and beyond.

This competition aims to empower women entrepreneurs not only by offering essential support, resources, and networking opportunities but also by equipping them to thrive amidst uncertainty and change.

If you are a female founder with an innovative business model and an unwavering commitment to driving positive transformation within your community, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join this year's competition and take the next bold step in your entrepreneurial journey, showing resilience in the face of shifting global realities.

About Klynveld Peat Marwick Goerdeler (KPMG)

KPMG is a global network of independent professional services firms with deep expertise in the provision of audit, tax and advisory services to clients in various industries and sectors of the economy. The Firm is well represented in Nigeria and across the African continent, with the objective of providing exceptional and quality services to multinational, regional and local clients and to enhance the product offerings in certain previously under-serviced markets. We are a team of outstanding professionals with diverse backgrounds, varied experience and probing minds. We always strive to w...&... continue reading

KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition

Aim and Benefits of KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition

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

Requirements for KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition Qualification

• 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).
• If selected as a finalist, be available to pitch at the Finals in 2026.

Interview date, Process and Venue for KPMG Female Founders in Africa Competition

• 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

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Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit KPMG Programme webpage