The Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) Prize Competition, a flagship philanthropic initiative of Alibaba Philanthropy has announced the top 10 finalists of 2025 to compete for US$1.5 million in grant funding.
The announcement comes following the highly contested Semi-Finals held in Dakar, Senegal on 10–11 September 2025.
The heroes were selected from a pool of nearly 32,000 applications across the continent, the Top 20 Semi-Finalists advanced through multiple rigorous rounds of evaluation, including the Top 50 Round 2 interviews, extensive due diligence, and live pitch sessions before a distinguished panel of judges in Dakar.
From this highly competitive group, the Top 10 finalists have now been chosen, representing Africa’s most innovative and resilient entrepreneurs and embodying the spirit of ingenuity and impact that ABH celebrates each year.
Zahra Baitie-Boateng, Africa Managing Director said the top 10 finalists embody the best of African entrepreneurship—visionary leaders building bold, scalable businesses that create meaningful social and environmental impact.
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“Their journeys showcase the ingenuity, grit, and diversity of Africa’s entrepreneurial talent, from healthtech and agritech to fintech, education, and sustainability. We are thrilled to see them advance to Kigali for the Grand Finale, where they will not only compete for funding but also inspire millions across the continent with their stories of resilience and innovation.” He said.
The 2025 Top 10 Finalists from Kenya are Wyclife Onyango – BuuPass (Transport / Digital Ticketing, Abraham Mbuthia – Uzapoint Technologies Limited (Kenya) – SME Tech / Digital Tools and Janet Kuteli – Fortune Credit Limited – FinTech / Microfinance.
Others are Siny Samba – Le Lionceau (Senegal) – FoodTech / Infant Nutrition, Mukasahaha Diane – DIKAM Ltd (Rwanda) – Textiles / Women & Youth Empowerment , Baraka Chijenga – Kilimo Fresh Foods Africa Limited (Tanzania) – AgriTech / Food Security and Diana Orembe – NovFeed (Tanzania) – AgriTech / Biotech.
They also include Gohar Said– Suplyd (Egypt) – FoodTech / Supply Chain , Adriaan Kruger – nuvoteQ (South Africa) – HealthTech / Digital Solutions and Jean Lobe Lobe – Waspito (Cameroon) – HealthTech / Telemedicine
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These Heroes will now move on to the 7th ABH Grand Finale in Kigali, Rwanda on 12–13 December 2025, where they will
The Grand Prize winner will take home US$300,000, while each of the other finalists will receive at least US$100,000, along with access to mentorship, storytelling opportunities, and global networks to accelerate their growth. Interested attendees are encouraged to sign up for the Africa’s Business Heroes newsletter in order to receive news when registration opens up.
Now in its 7th edition, the ABH Prize Competition continues to celebrate and empower Africa’s most promising entrepreneurs, amplifying their impact across the continent.
By Obegi Malack
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