The Urbantech program is a global accelerator program for startups within the urban tech space. Together with the partners of the program, startups will scale their businesses and further the development of sustainable cities. The program will run through 2019-2021, admitting 10 startups in each cycle. The program is structured like a traditional accelerator with …
The Lab is holding an open call for ideas for financial instruments that can unlock investment to tackle some of the most difficult climate and sustainable development challenges. The Lab is seeking ideas for financial instruments that can unlock investment for climate mitigation and adaptation projects in developing countries. This year, the Lab has a …
Lagos-based accelerator and investment vehicle Itanna, backed by leading Nigerian corporate the Honeywell Group, today held its inaugural Demo Day, marking the end of its four-month innovation program for tech-enabled, for-profit African startups. Held at Itanna’s Enterprise Factory, Demo Day saw the pilot Cohort pitch to Honeywell Group’s extensive network of high net-worth investors, as …
Honeywell Group-Backed Accelerator Showcases Leading Lagos Tech Startups Read More »
Florentina Agu is on a mission to improve restaurant service quality in Nigeria using her YouTube channel as a tool for change. Agu states, \”I was inspired to start “Dining Out with Flo” after attending a YouTube masterclass organized by Google Nigeria on July 27, 2018. It was after this event that I decided to …
Millennial Youtuber, Florentina Agu Wants to Change How Restaurants Serve Nigerians Read More »
Honeywell Group has launched a new accelerator and investment vehicle, Itanna. Led by Tomi Otudeko, Head, Innovation and Sustainability for Honeywell Group and Director of the new venture, Itanna will roll out a four-month innovation program for tech-enabled Nigerian startups from its newly built Enterprise Factory in Lagos; with its pilot cohort of startups receiving USD …
Startups in Lagos Could Receive a $25,000 Investment from the Honeywell Group Read More »
Are you an early stage start-up based in the Somali region? Are you working at the cutting edge of innovation, or developing a tech-enabled product or service addressing a big local need? Are you passionate about your business idea? The Innovate Accelerator is a 12-week program that comprises mentorship and training by domain experts and …
Apply: Innovate Ventures Accelerator in Somaliland – $30,000 Prize Read More »
Innovate Ventures, the leading Somali tech and business startup accelerator launched in partnership with VC4A, Telesom, and the Work in Progress! Alliance, had their second cohort of 10 startups from Somaliland and Somalia graduate from their program. This year’s accelerator saw over 400 applications received, building on the traction of last year’s program. The seed investment given doubled …
Growth Academy is a 3-month accelerator for new and existing tech startups in Lagos, Nigeria to grow their businesses into profitable and sustainable enterprises. Selected businesses get product innovation support and access to the value chains of big industry partners to rapidly scale their user base. During the sessions, businesses will get mentored by seasoned industry …
Are you an entrepreneur in Kenya, Rwanda, or Uganda? Then consider applying. Spring is a pioneering accelerator supporting businesses whose products and services could transform the lives of adolescent girls. Spring entrepreneurs are passionate, innovative, and determined to change the world. Spring helps get a collection of accomplished mentors, advisers, investors, and experts, plus the …
$80,000 In Grants Available for African Entrepreneurs Read More »
