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, and access to Afreximbank’s extensive network. Through our Fund for Export Development for Africa (FEDA), qualifying participants may be eligible for pre-seed or seed stage investment of up to $250,000 after program completion, following our standard investment process.
Access to mentorship, strategic support, and potential investment opportunities. Through our Fund for Export Development for Africa (FEDA), qualifying startups may receive pre-seed or seed stage investment of up to $250,000 after program completion, following our standard investment process.
Personalized guidance from industry experts, successful entrepreneurs, and Afreximbank's leadership team throughout your accelerator journey.
Connect with potential clients, partners, and investors through Afreximbank's extensive network across Africa and the diaspora.
Leverage Afreximbank's position to access new markets and scale your business across the continent and CARICOM regions.
Access to mentorship, strategic support, and potential investment opportunities. Through our Fund for Export Development for Africa (FEDA), qualifying startups may receive pre-seed or seed stage investment of up to $250,000 after program completion, following our standard investment process.
Note: The above categories are illustrative. We encourage applications from innovators in all sectors whose solutions can meaningfully impact intra-African trade.
Any technology that reduces barriers to cross-border trade or facilitates regional market access.
Platforms and technologies that connect buyers and sellers across African borders.
Innovations that address funding gaps, payment challenges, or financial inclusion for traders and businesses.
Solutions that improve logistics, inventory management, or distribution networks for cross-border trade.
Registration portal goes live for startup applications
Selected startups receive confirmation and onboarding details
Weekly virtual sessions and curriculum delivery starts
In-person gathering for intensive training and networking
Follow-up in-person session for deeper collaboration
Final presentations to investors, partners, and stakeholders
Registration portal goes live for startup applications
Selected startups receive confirmation and onboarding details
Weekly virtual sessions and curriculum delivery starts
In-person gathering for intensive training and networking
Follow-up in-person session for deeper collaboration
Final presentations to investors, partners, and stakeholders
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To participate in the Afreximbank Flagship Accelerator Program, all selected startups must meet the following requirements:
Willingness to travel for in-person cohort meetings and Demo Day (travel support provided)
Commit to attending weekly virtual sessions and complete all program milestones
Maintain primary focus on African market expansion during the program duration
Provide monthly progress reports and participate in program evaluation activities
Actively engage with mentors, program partners, and fellow cohort members
Demonstrate openness to feedback and willingness to implement strategic recommendations
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