Africa’s most prestigious fellowship for young entrepreneurs is back!. The Anzisha Prize, a renowned venture-building program, is inviting applications for its 2024 cohort. For over 10 years, the Anzisha Prize has supported and celebrated Africa’s youngest entrepreneurs, helping them grow their businesses and drive meaningful change. If you are between the ages of 15 and 22 and have already started your own venture, this is your chance to take it to the next level.
The Anzisha Prize fellowship is a multi-year program designed to track and support business growth. It offers a range of benefits, including cash stipends, specialized training, and access to services such as short courses and cloud solutions. At the end of the second year, fellows will present their progress and pitch their businesses for a chance to win a share of $50,000 in prizes.
Grand Prize Categories
Entrepreneurs will compete in four prestigious prize categories:
- Job Creation Prize
- Revenue Growth Prize
- Storytelling Prize
- Integrating Systems and Processes Prize
These awards recognize businesses that show outstanding innovation, growth, and impact across key areas. Upon completing the fellowship, participants will graduate and join the Anzisha Prize alumni network, a community of Africa’s brightest and most ambitious young entrepreneurs.
Eligibility Criteria
- Age: You must be between 15 and 22 years old, born between September 1, 2002, and August 31, 2009, with valid ID or passport.
- Nationality: Applicants must be nationals of an African country, and the business must operate in Africa, serving local customers or beneficiaries.
- Established Venture: This prize isn’t awarded for ideas. Your business must already be up and running, with proven results to showcase.
- Industry: All ventures are welcome—whether your business is in tech, arts, sports, science, or civil society, we want to hear from you!
- Founder: You must be one of the original founders of the business, either as an individual or part of a founding team.
The deadline for applications is November 8, 2024.
For more details and to submit your application, visit Anzisha Prize.
