Competition
Hustlers Den - Entrepreneurs Pitch Challenge
Welcome to Hustlers Den, where ambitious entrepreneurs get the chance to pitch their businesses to a panel of seasoned investors and experienced entrepreneurs.
Whether you run a small business selling perfumes or insurance services, this is your opportunity to present your business model, gain valuable feedback, and potentially secure funding to scale your venture.
Social proof
Hustlers Den in the room
Photos from previous Hustlers Conference competitions. The same arenas return for Thrive Summit 2027.
Founders celebrated after taking the den.
3rd prize: Hustlers Den · Piggery.
80,000 FCFA · Hustlers Den honouree Piggery.
Rewards
Prizes
Prize amounts to be decided. A portion of prizes may support partner incubation programmes. Full details will be announced for 2027.
Evaluation
Judging Criteria
Teams will be evaluated based on the following:
Problem Identification & Solution (25%)
Innovation & Differentiation (30%)
Business Effectiveness & Productivity (25%)
Market Potential (15%)
Q&A Session (5%)
Eligibility
Who can Participate
- Entrepreneurs with an existing business
- Registration fee: to be decided
- Businesses owned by the pitching team members
- Must register for the Thrive Summit competition (coming soon)
Coming soon
Ready to pitch your business and take it to the next level?
Competition registration is coming soon for March 2027.