Deadline: September 30, 2025
Applications are open for the Tech FoundHER Africa Challenge 2025. This is your opportunity as a woman tech (co)founder in Africa to win up to $100,000 in equity-free grants, mentorship and visibility to accelerate your business growth.
Earlier in 2025, Prosus launched the first Tech FoundHER Challenge in India. Women tech founders secured equity-free grants, mentorship from seasoned operators, and visibility with investors and customers to scale their businesses. The results confirmed the value of backing women-led tech innovation. Now the challenge expands to Africa.
Sectors
Financial Services & Business Tools
- Fintech – Financial services innovation (payments, lending, banking, etc.)
- Insurtech – Insurance technology (underwriting, claims, risk).
- Legaltech – Technology for legal services, compliance, and contracts.
- Regtech – Regulatory technology for compliance and reporting.
- Martech – Marketing technology (campaigns, analytics, engagement).
- Adtech – Advertising technology (digital campaigns, targeting).
- HR Tech / Future of Work – Workforce, productivity, recruitment, collaboration.
Health, Life Sciences & Social Impact
- Healthtech / Medtech – Digital health, devices, telemedicine, health data.
- Biotech – Genetics, pharmaceuticals, bioengineering.
- Foodtech – Food production, processing, and alternative food sources.
- CharityTech / Social Impact Tech – Tech designed for social good or community impact.
Climate, Environment & Sustainability
- Cleantech / Greentech – Renewable energy, sustainable production, carbon reduction.
- Agritech – Agriculture and farming innovations.
- Smart City Tech – Urban infrastructure, connected services, smart living.
Consumer, Lifestyle & Creative Industries
- ConsumerTech – Consumer products, lifestyle apps, digital platforms.
- FashionTech – Apparel, design, retail, sustainability in fashion.
- EntertainmentTech – Film, music, streaming, creative content.
- Gaming / eSports Tech – Interactive gaming, immersive experiences, eSports.
- MediaTech – Content creation, publishing, and distribution.
- RetailTech – E-commerce, in-store shopping, and customer experience.
Infrastructure, Mobility & Industry Solutions
- IT Infrastructure & Systems – Hardware, software, data systems, networking.
- Cybersecurity – Tools and services for digital safety.
- Govtech – Technology to improve public services and civic engagement.
- Proptech – Real estate technology for property management and smart buildings.
- MobilityTech (Mobitech) – Mobile apps, transportation, ride-hailing, mobility.
- Logistics & Supply Chain Tech – Transport, delivery, and global trade.
Emerging Technologies
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning – Automation, analytics, decision-making.
Benefits
The offer includes up to $100,000 in:
- Equity-free grants
- Mentorship from experienced operators
- Access to investor networks
Eligibility
- Open to woman tech (co)founder in Africa;
- Be building a business in one of the sectors above.
Application
Applications close at midnight CAT on 30 September 2025. This application form automatically saves your responses and can be accessed for up to 15 days after starting, provided you use the same browser and device. No one will see your answers until you submit the form.
For more information, visit Tech FoundHER Africa Challenge.
