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AfriTech

asip-accelerator-program

FOR STARTUPS & SCALEUPS

An accelerator designed to empower impact & sustainability startups

Connecting visionary Founders with conscious global corporations, their corporate leaders, as well as experienced mentors and impact investors.

Our goal is to take “making impact” to the next level.We aim to support your business to develop and produce more sustainable products.

Applications close on: 
September 8, 2023
8 September 2023
South Africa
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Digital Acceleration

An intense 3-month accelerator designed to enable growth at speed.

Capital

Initial investment per startup and access to a global network of investors, VCs and Angels.

Mentorship

Carefully selected mentors with industry-specific knowledge, who provide hands-on support and valuable introductions.

Events

More than €500K+ in exclusive partner deals from leading technology providers such as Amazon, HubSpot, SendGrid, and others.

About the

AfriTech

Accelerator

FOR STARTUPS & SCALEUPS

Accelerator timeline

Application Open

10 July 2023

Applications for our accelerator are open!

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Application Close

8 September 2023

We will start reviewing and shortlisting potential candidates.

Selection days

18 October 2023

The startups will pitch in front of an audience of Investors, Mentors, Corporate Leaders, Partners and the SBC team

Startups Announcement

20 October 2023

On the last day of Selection Days we announce the 10 startups selected, which will take part in the accelerator.

Accelerator Kick-off

14 November 2023

It’s time! We officially kick-off the accelerator.

Impact Day

8 February 2024

At the end of the accelerator we celebrate with Impact Day! The founders will showcase their progress and solutions in our signature event.

FOR INVESTORS

Reducing the risk in startup investment

Startupbootcamp is investing in 100.000 of the most promising startups and scaleups from around the world that focus on creating a more sustainable planet.

The Startupbootcamp Fundraising Process is aligned with the highest levels of regulation and protection, thanks to our partnership with NxChange.

some Statistics

About the cohorts of

AfriTech

70%

Women-led

9600+

Jobs created in Africa

90%

Alumni still operating

1.6M

Average funding by our alumni.

FOCUS AREAS
Get started

AfriTech

Digital Health

InsureTech

AI & Machine Learning

AgriTech

Food Supply

IoT & Connectivity

Fintech

Clean & ClimateTech

Blockchain

Team

Key players

Philip Kiracofe
Chief Disruptor - Startupbootcamp Africa

Philip Kiracofe brings two decades of direct operational and venture financing experience spanning a diverse range of industries across three continents.

Henry Ojuor
Director of Programs - Startupbootcamp Africa

Passionate Venture and ecosystem builder committed to scouting, skilling, and scaling the innovators and disruptors solving unique African Challenges. Deep experience working with different stakeholders (Startups, Accelerators, incubators, Government, Institutions) across the African business environment to accelerate innovation and value creation while driving measurable growth of Portfolio Companies.

1st Meeting
Scouting Team
The first Introductory call is to understand more about your business, your proposition, and your fit with our focus areas.
2nd Meeting
Program Director
During this meet we discuss your goals, what you wish to get out of the accelerator, how your company would benefit from the collaboration, and your fit with our network.
Due Diligence
At this stage we run a ‘light’ due diligence process to understand your current stage concerning tech, infrastructure, finance, market, and team. 
Selection Week
In this event, you will pitch and meet our stakeholders. Based on ratings from the multiple jury rooms, we will select the companies joining the accelerator.
Program Kick-Off!
Welcome to Startupbootcamp’s accelerator!

Accelerator Alumni