- Prize Pool – up to $5,000
- Deadline – November 20, 2025
- CLICK HERE TO APPLY
If you lead an early-stage business in Africa and want to refine your model, pitch to investors, and gain exposure, the African Business Challenge organised by Africa Business Club @ Kelley offers a platform to compete, learn and gain prize funding.
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Hosted by the Africa Business Club at Kelley School of Business (Indiana University), the competition is designed to support African-based ventures with investment readiness and exposure. It provides entrepreneurs with access to business frameworks, feedback from investor-judges, and a chance at prize money. For African MSMEs, participating offers more than just a contest—it’s a learning experience that strengthens market thinking, investor communications and networking.
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Benefits
- Gain one-on-one feedback from experienced judges and mentors
- Up to US$5000 Prize funding ( first place US$2,500)
- Clear business pitch format and development, helping you build investor-ready material
- Visibility and network access through a global academic business club
Eligibility:
- Entrepreneur born in Africa with a startup based in Africa
- Registered venture with minimum operational time (e.g., ≥ 1 year)
- Business model demonstrates viability, impact potential and addressable market
- Only one submission per team/venture
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