About this opportunity
Continental pitch competition spotlighting the most promising fintech startups across Africa.
Africa Fintech Summit is offering this competition to Young entrepreneurs aged 18-35 across Pan-African. It is designed for ventures working in Fintech at the Startup, Fintech stage.
The opportunity offers $25,000 prize, with support including Cash prize, Investor exposure, Media coverage. Applications are scheduled to close on 2026-08-24. Review the eligibility, required materials and application guidance below before continuing to the organiser’s website.
FintechPitch
Quick facts
Funding
$25,000 prize
Opportunity type
Competition
Deadline
2026-08-24
Status
Closed
Countries
Pan-African
Sectors
Fintech
Business stage
Startup, Fintech
Target applicants
Young entrepreneurs aged 18-35
What you can get
- Cash prize
- Investor exposure
- Media coverage
Who can apply
- African fintech company
- Under 5 years old
What you need to apply
✓Pitch deck
✓Traction summary
Application tips
- 1Read the eligibility criteria twice before drafting.
- 2Quantify your impact — numbers speak louder than adjectives.
- 3Tell a founder-first story. Panels remember people, not products.
- 4Submit at least 48 hours before the deadline.
Ready to apply
This round has closed
Applications are no longer open. Check the organiser's page for the next cycle, or browse opportunities that are open now.
