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Wharton Africa Business Forum New Venture Competition 2026
Wharton Africa Business Forum
0 days left · 01 Aug 2026
About this opportunity
Pitch competition for early-stage ventures at the Annual Wharton Africa Business Forum to showcase founders building businesses in Africa and beyond.
The Wharton Africa Business Forum New Venture Competition is an annual pitch competition for early-stage African ventures to showcase innovation and compete for non-equity financing and mentorship.
What it offers
- Up to $30,000 in non-equity financing
- Mentorship from Wharton faculty
- Networking opportunities with top founders and investors across Africa
Who can apply
- Early-stage ventures led by African entrepreneurs
What you'll do
- Pitch your startup to a panel of esteemed judges at the Wharton Africa Business Forum conference
- Demonstrate innovation, execution, and potential for significant impact in Africa
- Showcase ability to scale and deliver sustainable results
How to apply
- Submit your application by October 15
- Finalists pitch at the conference on November 7
- Winners announced on November 7
Good to know
- The competition focuses on ventures solving critical challenges in Africa
- Top finalists receive recognition and support to turn their innovation into reality
This summary is AI-generated from the official posting. Always verify every detail on the official site before applying.
Key details
TypeAward
LocationPan-African
Deadline01 Aug 2026
EligibilityAfrica
Open to applicants across Africa.
Source : whartonafrica.org · Always verify details on the official site.