Applications are open for the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa programme, a three-month initiative designed to support early-stage startups using artificial intelligence (AI) to address Africa’s most pressing challenges.
Since its inception in 2018, the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa programme has supported 140 startups from almost 17 African countries. The programme is now open to seed to Series A startups based in Africa that are building AI-first solutions.
Startups must have a live product, at least one founder of African descent, and a clear vision for responsible AI innovation. Selected participants will receive dedicated technical mentorship from Google and industry experts, up to US$350,000 in Google Cloud credits, access to a global network of investors, partners, and collaborators, and workshops focused on technology, product strategy, people leadership, and AI implementation.
“Startups are Africa’s problem solvers. With the right resources, they can scale their impact far beyond local communities,” said Folarin Aiyegbusi, head of startup ecosystem for Africa at Google. “This programme reflects our belief that AI can be transformative when shaped by those who understand the context deeply.”
Applications are open here.
