Every two years, the KBF Africa Prize rewards African organisations which contribute to transforming society and sustainably improving the lives of people in Africa.
The KBF Africa Prize rewards African organisations which contribute to sustainably improving the lives of people in Africa. It pays particular attention to initiatives that tackle challenges in Africa in transformative ways, which are resilient and adaptable in a constantly changing context, which have a long-term vision, and which empower people to take their future into their own hands.
The KBF Africa Prize is awarded every other year. It seeks to draw attention to the many inspirational stories, challenges and successes emerging from the African continent.
Beyond its monetary value of 250.000 euros, it offers its laureates unique opportunities to increase their visibility and promote their cause to international audiences.
The KBF Africa Prize laureate is carefully selected by an independent Selection Committee consisting of 12 international experts.
For information on the Prize and the previous Laureates, consult the KBF Africa website
Who is it for?
Only organisations which have been established in Africa, by Africans and which are managed and led by Africans can apply.
To ensure diversity of the laureates, for the 2025-2026 edition organisations from Somalia and Tanzania (countries of the previous laureates) are requested to abstain, as are organisations working on the themes of peace-building and women's economic empowerment (themes covered by the two previous laureates). For more specific information, consult the selection criteria document.
