About Africa Ignite Pitch Competition 2024
Africa Ignite Pitch Competition 2024, in partnership with the Startup World Cup and powered by Pegasus Tech Ventures, is a premier event designed to spotlight Africa’s most promising start-ups.
This competition is an incredible opportunity for innovators to showcase their ideas, gain significant visibility, and connect with potential investors and partners.
Start-ups will compete on stage in front of hundreds of attendees, including other start-ups, investors, and tech leaders.
The winner of the Africa Ignite Pitch Competition will advance to the Startup World Cup Grand Finale in 2025 in San Francisco, where they will compete for a $1,000,000 investment prize alongside the best start-ups from around the globe.
Africa Ignite Pitch Competition 2024 Summary
- Value: $1,000,000
- Type: Contest
- Location: San Francisco
- Sponsor: Pegasus Tech Ventures
- Funding Type: Partially Funded
- Eligible Countries: African Countries
- Benefits: Networking, Mentorship, Investment opportunities
- Deadline: Not Specified
Eligibility Criteria
Startup Criteria
- Seed funding under £5 million (or local equivalent)
- 1 – 10 employees
- Under 3 years in business
- Africa based
Scaleup Criteria
- Seed funding under £15 million (or local equivalent)
- 10+ employees
- 20% YOY revenue growth over 3 years
- Africa based
Africa Ignite Pitch Competition 2024 Benefits
Participating in the Africa Ignite Pitch Competition 2024 offers numerous exclusive benefits designed to propel your startup to new heights.
Pitch to Influential Leaders:
- Deliver your pitch live in front of top industry leaders and investors, offering unmatched exposure and potential funding opportunities.
Personalized Feedback & Mentorship:
- Receive one-on-one feedback and mentoring from our expert panel of judges, tailored to help you refine your business strategy and pitch.
Enhanced Networking:
- Participate in bespoke networking sessions designed to connect you with industry leaders, potential partners, and like-minded entrepreneurs.
Chance to Win a Million-Dollar Investment:
- The winner of the Africa Ignite Pitch Competition will advance to the Startup World Cup Grand Finale in San Francisco, with a chance to compete for a $1,000,000 investment prize.
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