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Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH), the flagship philanthropic initiative of the Alibaba Philanthropy, has announced the 20 finalists for its US$1.5 million 2025 competition.
Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) is the Jack Ma Foundation’s flagship philanthropic initiative in Africa. It supports visionary entrepreneurs across all 54 African countries who are building inclusive and sustainable economies.
Over 10 years, ABH will recognise 100 entrepreneurs, awarding them with grant funding, training, and a platform to amplify their stories. Each year, the top 10 finalists compete in a televised pitch finale for a share of US$1.5 million.
This year, ABH received 32,000 applications, the highest in the competition’s history, with submissions from all 54 African countries. Fifty finalists were initially selected, and have now been whittled down to 20 for the 2025 semi-finals, taking place in Dakar, Senegal on September 10-11.
These startups now stand just one step away from the Grand Finale, where they will compete for a place among the top 10. Those who advance will not only share in grant funding ranging from US$100,000 to US$300,000, but also gain access to mentorship opportunities, international networks, and unparalleled global visibility.
Here are the 2025 top 20:
- Adriaan Kruger – nuvoteQ (South Africa) – HealthTech / Digital Solutions
- Baraka Chijenga – Kilimo Fresh Foods Africa Limited (Tanzania) – AgriTech / Food Security
- Blandine Umuziranenge – Kosmotive (Rwanda) – HealthTech / Women Empowerment
- Bundi Mbuthia – Uzapoint Technologies Limited (Kenya) – SME Tech / Digital Tools
- Diana Gerald – NovFeed (Tanzania) – AgriTech / Biotech
- Gohar Said– Suplyd (Egypt) – FoodTech / Supply Chain
- Janet Kuteli – Fortune Credit Limited (Kenya) – FinTech / Microfinance
- Jean Lobe Lobe – Waspito (Cameroon) – HealthTech / Telemedicine
- Jessica Roussos – BluLever Education Pty Ltd (South Africa) – EdTech / Skills Training
- Khadija Churchill – Kwanza Tukule Foods Limited (Kenya) – FoodTech / Distribution
- Louisa Olafuyi – Kunda Kids Ltd (Uganda) – EdTech / Children’s Media
- Mofehintolu Funso – CredPal (Nigeria) – FinTech / Credit Access
- Moka Lantum – CheckUps Medical Center (Kenya) – Healthcare / FinTech
- Mukashahaha Diane – DIKAM Ltd (Rwanda) – Textiles / Women & Youth Empowerment
- Neamat Eltazi – Poultry Sync (Egypt) – AgriTech / Sustainability
- Racine Sarr – SAWA by Shop Me Away (Senegal) – Logistics / Digital Platforms
- Samwel Ezikiel – Mwamba Mining Limited (Tanzania) – Mining / Sustainability
- Siny Samba – Le Lionceau (Senegal) – FoodTech / Infant Nutrition
- Thomas Patrick – Franc Group (South Africa) – FinTech / Wealth Management
- Wycliffe Onyango – BuuPass (Kenya) – Transport / Digital Ticketing
“Year after year, we are inspired by the caliber of entrepreneurs we see at ABH. The 2025 top 20 span nine countries and 10 sectors from health-tech and fintech to agri-tech and sustainability, reflecting Africa’s dynamic innovation landscape,” said Zahra Baitie-Boateng, Africa MD of ABH.
“We continue to see strong momentum in digital transformation, scalable B2B and subscription models, and impact-driven businesses tackling challenges from financial inclusion to food security and environmental sustainability. These trends not only highlight the resilience of African founders but also underscore the continent’s potential to deliver both profitability and social impact.”
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