Builders of Africa’s Future – Overview - African Diaspora Network

Builders of Africa's Future

Elevating the Rising Stars of African Entrepreneurship

Builders of Africa’s Future (BAF) celebrates innovation and impact in early-stage African enterprises. The program identifies African entrepreneurs operating non-profits organizations or for-profit businesses solving pressing issues through technology and differentiated models. Our goal is to help scale transformative ventures and impact in the areas including health, education, agriculture, financial inclusion, sustainability.

We are now accepting applications for the 2025 program. Applications close on March 21st, 11:59pm PDT.

Watch our last information session for insights on this year’s program, eligibility requirements, and how to successfully submit an application.

Our Impact So Far

Since 2018, BAF, our flagship accelerator program has trained and supported 78 African entrepreneurs leading early-stage nonprofits and for-profit businesses, who are pioneering culturally-relevant solutions in renewable energy, healthcare, agriculture, microfinancing, sustainability, education, consumer packaged goods, and other sectors. Read our 2024 impact report here.

2025 Program Benefits

Participate in a fully paid enterprise accelerator training program facilitated by our partner, the African Management Institute
Be mentored by industry experts and skilled professionals
Pitch your venture to ADN’s wide network of stakeholders and investors
Receive a complimentary registration ticket to the 2026 African Diaspora Investment Symposium (ADIS)
Gain exposure through media features and have access to new partnership opportunities
Become a part of ADN’s thriving network of dynamic and passionate entrepreneurs

A Message from Our Funder

We take immense pride in our ongoing commitment to empower the Builders of Africa's Future, and we are particularly thrilled to see Catholic Sisters shine brightly among the accomplished changemakers of the 2023 cohort.

The Builders of Africa's Future program not only highlights the potential of African entrepreneurs but also celebrates the invaluable contributions of Catholic Sisters in driving meaningful change within their communities. We look forward to the exciting journey ahead as we support these visionary leaders in their mission to transform lives and create lasting impact

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