Winner gets $10,000 Equity-free Prize Money
1500+
Start-Ups
50+
African Focused Investors
Founders
$200M+
Follow-on Capital
500+
Back for its 5th edition, Pitch2Win 5 offers bigger stages, bolder ideas, and more reasons to pitch.
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Why Participate?
Pitch2Win 5 spotlights high-potential startups, connect them with industry leaders, and unlock real opportunities for growth. Finalists will pitch live to a room of investors and ecosystem players, with one winner emerging at the top and going home with $10,000 equity free funding.
Who Can Apply
Innovators building for the African market (coverage should include Nigeria)
Early-stage Technology-Enabled Startups
Startups with a market-ready product and / or prototype (traction is a plus)
Available to attend physical pitch practice in Lagos, Nigeria on July 28th - 29th 2025
Available to attend physical demo day event in Lagos, Nigeria on July 30th, 2025
Your Journey Begins With A Pitch
Start your application now to stand a chance of winning $10,000 Equity-free funding for your startup
Previous Finalists
Finalists from our previous editions have moved on to achieve great feats such as listing on the Y Combinator Startup Directory, raising 7-digit seed funding rounds, ranking on the list of top startups in Nigeria, and so much more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can participate?
Founders of startups building innovative, technology-enabled solutions for the Nigerian market.
What is the program structure?
Applications will be open to the public on May 19th, 2025. The applications will be screened, and the top 15 startups will be shortlisted to attend the virtual bootcamp and then the physical Pitch2Win Demo Day on July 30th, 2025.
What is there to gain from participating in the Pitch2Win Competition?
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$10,000 equity-free funding will be awarded to the winner
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Advisory, mentorship and access to investors for top 30 participants
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High quality networking and collaborative engagements
Is there a fee to participate?
There is no participation fee
How do I apply for the competition?
Simply click the “Apply Now” button on this page and complete the application form. Make sure to submit all required details before the deadline on June 8th, 2025.
Can I apply with more than one solution?
No, only one entry per startup will be allowed
I have an idea but do not have an MVP yet. Can I apply?
No, at least an MVP is required to demonstrate ongoing work/traction.
What type of solutions are eligible?
Early-stage technology-enabled solutions are eligible to apply.
Can I compete virtually?
No, The Pitch2Win competition will take place physically in Lagos, Nigeria on July 30th, 2025.
