Africa
A 10-week equity-free accelerator program for Seed to Series A startups based in Africa or developing Africa-centered solutions.
Google for Startups Accelerator Africa accepts applications from startups in Algeria, Botswana, Cameroon, Côte D’ivoire, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, and Zimbabwe.
About the program
About the program
Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa focuses on supporting growth-stage startups solving problems using advanced technology, such as AI/ML or data across key verticals.
The startups are paired with relevant Google and industry experts to solve their startup’s top challenges, and are provided with insights and best practices to improve their product and business.
Key benefits
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Equity-free support
Equity-free support: For duration of program.
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Mentoring
Dedicated mentoring from Google teams.
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Training
Exclusive invitations to technical bootcamps hosted by Google, where qualified.
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Access to experts
Access to Google's network of industry experts.
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Google product credits
Eligible startups receive product credits.
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Early access
Access to new Google products and tools as relevant.
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Strategic support
Support on company and product strategy.
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Technical project partnership
Work hand in hand with experts from Google on your biggest tech challenges.
Entry Criteria
Entry Criteria
- Startups demonstrating traction, ideally between Seed and Series A stage
- Building a scalable product or service with a significant total addressable market and defensible growth model
- Deeply technical, preferably leveraging technologies like machine learning and AI
- Commitment from CTO and/or technical roles to participate and engage in required program sessions
- We are committed to building accelerator classes that are diverse and inclusive, and encourage applications from qualified startups with founders of all backgrounds
Key Dates
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April 29, 2024
Applications Open
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May 20, 2024
Applications Close
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June 24, 2024
Program Kick-off
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September 12, 2024
Graduation
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September 12, 2024
Demo Day
Accelerator Alumni
Frequently asked questions
The Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa is completely free for all participating startups, and Google does not take any equity.
Selected startups are given:
- Access to Google engineers, technical project partnership, Google product support and advice, custom mentorship,
- Inclusion in the Google for Startups Accelerator Global Community and network of alumni,
- Google Cloud Credits,
- Marketing spotlight opportunities.
*No grants or funding are given to startups on the program.
Accelerator Africa accepts applicants from 17 African countries. These are:
- Algeria
- Botswana
- Cameroun
- Côte D'ivoire
- Egypt
- Ethiopia
- Ghana
- Kenya
- Morocco
- Nigeria
- Rwanda
- Senegal
- South Africa
- Tanzania
- Tunisia
- Uganda
- Zimbabwe
It is mandatory for the CEO & CTO to attend and appropriate team members to be available to join all elements of the program.
Startups must meet specific criteria to be eligible for Google product credit offerings. To learn more about the Google Cloud credit eligibility requirements, please visit the Google Cloud startup page.