Afreximbank Flagship Accelerator Program
Afreximbank Flagship Accelerator Program
Deadline for Submissions: 30th June 2025
About the Program
The Afreximbank Flagship Accelerator Program is a groundbreaking initiative designed to empower African entrepreneurs who are developing innovative solutions to drive intra-African trade. We’re looking for visionary founders with scalable technologies that address critical challenges in cross-border payments, trade finance, and digital commerce platforms.
Selected startups will receive tailored mentorship, strategic support, access to Afreximbank’s extensive network, and potential investment opportunities up to $250,000.
Program Benefits
Financial Support
Access to investment up to $250,000 to scale your business across African markets.
Financial Solutions
Innovations that address funding gaps, payment challenges, or financial inclusion for traders and businesses.
Strategic Partnerships
Connect with potential clients, partners, and investors through Afreximbank's extensive network across Africa.
Market Access
Leverage Afreximbank's position to access new markets and scale your business across the continent.
Focus Areas
We welcome innovative trade-enabling solutions across all sectors. While we are sector-agnostic, we are particularly interested in solutions that address key challenges in intra-African trade:
Trade Enablement
Any technology that reduces barriers to cross-border trade or facilitates regional market access.
Financial Solutions
Innovations that address funding gaps, payment challenges, or financial inclusion for traders and businesses.
Market Access
Platforms and technologies that connect buyers and sellers across African borders.
Supply Chain Innovation
Solutions that improve logistics, inventory management, or distribution networks for cross-border trade.
Note: The above categories are illustrative. We encourage applications from innovators in all sectors whose solutions can meaningfully impact intra-African trade.
Who Should Register
We welcome applications from:
- Early to Series A stage startups with a minimum viable product (MVP) and proven business model
- Innovative startups generating revenue from paying customers, confirming the viability of its initial business model.
- African entrepreneurs across the continent and in the diaspora
- Tech-enabled businesses with potential for regional or continental scale tackling challenges in cross-border trade
Register Your Interest
Ready to take your startup to the next level? Register now to join the Afreximbank Flagship Accelerator Program. Our selection team will review your submission and contact you for additional information or next steps.
Selection Process
- Registration: Submit your company information through this form
- Initial Review: Our team evaluates applications based on innovation, market potential, and alignment with focus areas
- Interview Round: Selected startups will be invited for virtual interviews with our selection committee and partner
- Final Selection: Top startups receive offers to join the cohort and complete onboarding
- Demo Day: Cohort companies showcase their solutions to investors and partners at IATF 2025