The Africa Tech Startup Forum offers a comprehensive blend of virtual and in-person components, including an incubation program tailored for early-stage tech startups.
Tech startups across Africa now have the opportunity to apply for the Africa Tech Startup Forum, a dynamic acceleration program aimed at equipping budding entrepreneurs with essential skills, exposure, and opportunities vital for their growth.
Funded by the Korea Africa Economic Cooperation (KOAFEC) Trust Fund through the African Development Bank’s (AfDB) Innovation and Entrepreneurship Lab, this initiative seeks to catalyze innovation, collaboration, and advancement within Africa’s burgeoning tech landscape.
The Africa Tech Startup Forum offers a comprehensive blend of virtual and in-person components, including an incubation program tailored for early-stage tech startups.
Through this program, participants gain access to specialized resources, mentorship, and collaborative workspaces, providing them with a fertile environment to nurture their ventures and thrive in the competitive tech industry.
At the heart of the forum lies a robust B2B matchmaking platform, strategically designed to forge meaningful connections between startups and established businesses.
This platform serves as a catalyst for synergistic partnerships, fostering innovation and driving sustainable growth within the tech ecosystem. Moreover, the forum serves as a pivotal hub for investor sourcing, facilitating connections between promising startups and potential investors keen on backing transformative ventures.
The program targets key industries, including agri-tech, fintech, and e-health sectors, acknowledging their critical role in driving socioeconomic development across the continent.
Tech startups hailing from diverse African nations, including Kenya, Morocco, Rwanda, Egypt, Uganda, Nigeria, South Africa, and Ghana, are encouraged to seize this opportunity by submitting their applications before the April 19 deadline.
By leveraging the Africa Tech Startup Forum, aspiring entrepreneurs can unlock a myriad of resources, mentorship opportunities, and strategic partnerships essential for scaling their ventures and driving positive impact within their communities and beyond.
With the support of the KOAFEC Trust Fund and the African Development Bank, this initiative stands poised to empower the next generation of African tech trailblazers, ushering in a new era of innovation, collaboration, and prosperity across the continent.
For those ready to embark on their entrepreneurial journey and harness the power of technology to effect meaningful change, the Africa Tech Startup Forum beckons as a beacon of opportunity and growth. Apply now and join the ranks of visionary pioneers shaping the future of Africa’s tech landscape.