Anzisha Venture Building Fellowship 2027: Apply Now for Young African Entrepreneurs | Up to $40,000 in Prizes
The Anzisha Venture Building Fellowship 2027 offers young African entrepreneurs business development support, milestone-based cash stipends, training, and the chance to compete for $40,000 in prizes.
Overview
The Anzisha Venture Building Fellowship 2027 is a comprehensive entrepreneurship programme designed to identify, support, and champion promising young founders across Africa who have already launched businesses or projects. Over a two-year journey, participants receive practical business support, milestone-based cash stipends, financial readiness training, experiential learning, and hybrid educational courses aimed at driving long-term growth and measurable progress. At the conclusion of the fellowship, participants compete for a share of $40,000 in prizes across four categories: Job Creation, Revenue Growth, Storytelling, and Systems of Delivery.
Benefits
- Up to $40,000 in prizes across four award categories.
- Milestone-based cash stipends tied to business progress and execution.
- Financial readiness support to help participants attract potential investors and partners.
- Experiential learning through immersive shadowing and practical experiences with seasoned entrepreneurs.
- Hybrid entrepreneurship courses combining self-paced online modules and live coaching sessions.
Eligibility
- Must be 15 to 22 years old.
- Must be a citizen of an African country with a valid national ID or passport.
- Must have already started a business or project and act as the founder actively leading the venture.
- Must commit at least 20 hours per week to working on the business or project.
How to Apply
Eligible young African founders should prepare their application details demonstrating their active role as a founder, the ongoing progress of their venture, and their dedication to growing the business. Applications are submitted online through the official platform.
Deadline
Applications close on 10 November 2026.