The 7th Annual GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition invites Africa’s most innovative young founders (ages 18–35) to showcase scalable, tech-enabled agribusinesses transforming the continent’s food systems. With a total prize pool of $160,000, this competition recognizes ventures creating impact across the agrifood value chain – from seed to fork – with a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and job creation. Finalists will pitch live during the Africa Food Systems Forum (AFSF) in Dakar, Senegal in September 2025.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be aged 18–35 by the submission date
- Must be a citizen of an African Union member country
- Must be the founder or co-founder of a legally registered agribusiness operating in Africa
- The business must be officially registered by 10 June 2025
Benefits:
- $100,000 in Grand Prizes: $50,000 each for top male and female agripreneurs.
- $60,000 in Impact Awards for excellence in innovation, food security, climate resilience, and more.
- Live pitch opportunity at the AFSF Summit in Dakar.
- Access to mentorship, investor exposure, networking, and visibility across Africa’s agrifood ecosystem.
- Bilingual application support (English and French).
How to Apply:
- Visit here and create an account
- Complete the online application (you can save and revisit before submitting)
- Engage with the GoGettaz community on social platforms: @GoGettazAfrica
- Share your entrepreneurial journey using #GrowEntrepreneurs and #TransformFood
Required Documents:
- Business registration details
- A pitch video or presentation
- Information on team structure, business model, impact, and scalability
Application Deadline:
Tuesday, 10th June, 2025.
If you’re a young agripreneur tackling Africa’s food challenges with bold ideas and sustainable solutions, this is your moment to shine. Apply now to gain global visibility, win funding, and transform your venture into a force for food system innovation across the continent.
