Seize the opportunity to elevate your tech venture through the African Tech Startup Forum, an extensive program designed for market access and acceleration. This initiative is dedicated to equipping, showcasing, and connecting African tech innovations with invaluable opportunities for expansion and success.

The program unfolds both virtually and in-person, aiming to highlight the remarkable technological advancements sprouting from Africa and offering them a springboard for global recognition and prosperity.

This collaborative effort brings together expertise from both African specialists and international luminaries, fostering an ecosystem that propels tech ventures towards growth.

Sponsored by the Korea Africa Economic Cooperation (KOAFEC) Trust Fund via the African Development Bank (AfDB)'s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Lab, the African Tech Startup Forum positions itself as a vibrant nexus for innovation, collaboration, and advancement within Africa's rapidly evolving tech scene. The program is orchestrated by Ndarama Works, Catalyse, Korea Startup Forum, and UVU.

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Benefits of Participation

Engaging in the acceleration program opens doors to comprehensive training, mentorship from seasoned industry leaders, extensive networking possibilities, and linkages to funding and vital resources aimed at elevating and scaling your businesses.

Eligible Countries

• South Africa
• Rwanda
• Kenya
• Uganda
• Nigeria
• Morocco
• Ghana
• Egypt

Application Criteria

Embark on your journey to joining the African Tech Startup Forum by adhering to the following steps:

• Craft and film a 1-3 minute video that introduces you, your venture or project, and delineates your aspirations for participating in this program.
• Post your video as a private/unlisted clip on YouTube or Vimeo, ensuring it is accessible via the provided link, which you'll need for your application.
• Complete and submit the application form, providing comprehensive details to enable the jury to make well-informed decisions.

How to Apply

Kickstart your application here. The submission deadline is Friday, April 19, 2024.

Don't miss this chance to catapult your tech venture onto the global stage through the African Tech Startup Forum—a platform where innovation meets opportunity.