Applications Now Open: Anzisha Prize 2026 for Africa’s Youngest Entrepreneurs
Anzisha Prize 2026 for Africa’s Youngest Entrepreneurs (Aged 15–22) – Apply by 7 November 2025
Application Deadline: 7 November 2025
The Anzisha Prize is Africa’s premier award dedicated to identifying, supporting, and celebrating the continent’s youngest entrepreneurs, aged 15 to 22. Each year, the program provides more than USD $140,000 in business support and prize funding to exceptional young Africans who are running enterprises that create jobs and generate income within their communities.
Now in its 15th year, the Anzisha Prize 2026 is calling for applications from young business owners across the continent who are driving innovation, creating employment, and shaping Africa’s economic future.
If you are a young African entrepreneur managing a small but active business that supports you or others, this is your opportunity to gain recognition, investment, and hands-on business development support.
About the Anzisha Venture Building Fellowship
The Anzisha Venture Building Fellowship is a two-year, structured program designed to help young entrepreneurs strengthen and scale their ventures. Over the course of the fellowship, participants receive:
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Personalised coaching and business development support
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Access to essential tools, services, and networks
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Monthly stipends to sustain their entrepreneurial journey
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Continuous tracking of both business and personal growth
At the conclusion of the fellowship, participants become eligible for additional Grand Prizes worth $40,000, awarded in key categories:
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Job Creation Prize
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Revenue Growth Prize
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Storytelling Prize
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Integrating Systems and Processes Prize
Graduating fellows also join the Anzisha Alumni Network—a growing community of over 290 young entrepreneurs from across Africa who are leading ventures that create positive social and economic impact.
Why Apply for the Anzisha Prize 2026?
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Gain access to world-class venture-building training and mentorship
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Receive business funding and coaching tailored to your enterprise’s needs
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Join a continental network of young founders, investors, and partners
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Compete for cash prizes and long-term recognition as a leading young entrepreneur
Eligibility
Applicants must:
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Be between 15 and 22 years old as of 7 November 2025
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Be citizens and residents of an African country
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Be founders or co-founders of an existing business that is operational and generating income
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Be actively involved in the daily management of the enterprise
How to Apply
Applications for the Anzisha Prize 2026 are open until 7 November 2025.
You can submit your application in your preferred language:
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English: Apply Today
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Arabic: التقديم اليوم
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French: Postulez Aujourd’hui
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Portuguese: INSCREVA-SE HOJE
Download the official Application Guide for detailed instructions and visit the official website for complete eligibility and selection criteria:
www.anzisha.org
Final Note
The Anzisha Prize is more than an award—it’s a movement dedicated to empowering Africa’s youngest business leaders. Through mentorship, funding, and community, it builds a pipeline of youth-led enterprises that are redefining the future of work and opportunity across the continent.