Pitch2Scale Africa Competition 2025 ($10,000 Investment)

The Pitch2Scale Africa Competition 2025 is now open for African entrepreneurs ready to scale their ventures. Organised by 234Finance and held alongside the Mentor Matchup Challenge (MMC) 7.0 in Lagos, this event offers one standout founder a US $10,000 investment plus strategic support, mentorship and market connections.

Focus Areas

This competition targets startups operating in these sectors:

• Agribusiness (value-addition, supply chains)
• Manufacturing (local production, industrialisation)
• Energy (clean, distributed, off-grid etc)
• Hospitality & Tourism (experiences, tech-enabled services)
• Creative Economy (media, design, entertainment)

What’s In It for You

By joining Pitch2Scale Africa you gain:

• A chance to win US $10,000 investment directed at scaling your business.
• Mentorship and strategic guidance by industry experts and investors.
• Networking opportunities with international investors, corporates, and ecosystem players from across Africa.
• Visibility on a high-profile stage at MMC 7.0, access to masterclasses, peer connections and deal-making opportunities.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply you should meet the following:

• Be a founder of an African-based business (or scaling into African markets) in one of the target sectors.
• Your business should have moved past the idea stage and show strong potential for growth and scalability.
• Be ready to pitch in person at the event (Lagos, Nigeria) during December 4-5, 2025.
• Be open to strategic investment, mentorship and follow-on support.

Application Process

Here’s how you apply:

1. Visit the MMC website via 234Finance (official competition page).
2. Complete the application form providing your business summary, team, traction metrics, vision and how you intend to scale.
3. If shortlisted, prepare to pitch live on December 4-5, 2025 in Lagos at the MMC 7.0 event.
4. A winner will be selected by a panel of judges for the US $10,000 investment and strategic support.

This opportunity is perfect if you’re an African entrepreneur ready to accelerate your venture, build partnerships and secure investment support. Don’t let this chance slip by.

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