Deadline: May 9, 2025

Applications are open for the Google for Startups Accelerator – Africa 2025. This is a three-month hybrid accelerator program for Seed to Series A technology startups. The accelerator program is designed to bring the best of Google’s programs, products, people and technology to communities across Africa.

The program includes the following:


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  • A global series of programs: Each cohort of 10-15 startups comes together to tackle technical challenges that can help grow their businesses through a mix of remote and in-person, 1-to-1, group learning sessions, and sprint projects.
  • Dedicated expert help: Founders outline the top technical challenges for their startup and are paired with experts from Google and the industry to solve those challenges and grow their business.
  • Specialist deep dives: Accelerators include deep dives and workshops focused on product design, customer acquisition, and leadership development for founders.
  • Google for Startups Cloud program: Eligible participants receive up to $350,000 in Google Cloud credits, dedicated support from startup experts, technical training and access to key industry events.

Benefits

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  • Equity-free support: For duration of program.
  • Dedicated mentoring from Google teams.
  • Exclusive invitations to technical bootcamps hosted by Google, where qualified.
  • Access to Google’s network of industry experts.
  • Eligible startups receive product credits.
  • Access to new Google products and tools as relevant.
  • Support on company and product strategy.
  • Work hand in hand with experts from Google on your biggest tech challenges.

Eligibility

  • Startups demonstrating traction, ideally between Seed and Series A stage;
  • Building a scalable product or service with a significant total addressable market and defensible growth model;
  • Deeply technical, preferably leveraging technologies like machine learning and AI;
  • Commitment from CTO and/or technical roles to participate and engage in required program sessions;
  • They are committed to building accelerator classes with great startups and encourage applications from all qualified startups.

Application

Click here to apply


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For more information, visit Google for Startups Accelerator.

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