Afreximbank Flagship Accelerator Program 2025 for African Entrepreneurs (up to $250,000) Deadline: Unspecified

Applications are open for the Afreximbank Flagship Accelerator Program 2025. The Afreximbank Flagship Accelerator Program is a groundbreaking initiative designed to empower African entrepreneurs who are developing innovative solutions to drive intra-African trade. They are 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.

Focus Areas

They welcome innovative trade-enabling solutions across all sectors. While they are sector-agnostic, they 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.

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.

Eligibility

They 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.

Application

Ready to take your startup to the next level? Register now to join the Afreximbank Flagship Accelerator Program. The selection team will review your submission and contact you for additional information or next steps.

Deadline: Unspecified

For more information, visit Afreximbank Flagship Accelerator Program.

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