Visa Accelerator Program 2024 for African Startups. Apply below.
When is Application Deadline:
29th February 2024
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Tell Me About Visa Accelerator Program:
Unlock your startup’s potential and fast-track your success in the dynamic world of fintech with the Visa Accelerator program. This groundbreaking initiative connects Africa’s brightest minds with experienced mentors, cutting-edge technology, and unparalleled investment opportunities.
Are you ready to disrupt the industry, revolutionize finance, and make an impact in the ecosystem? Join us on this exciting 3-months journey to propel your startup towards unprecedented growth and recognition. It’s time to unleash your entrepreneurial spirit and forge a path to success in the vibrant fintech landscape.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
We are looking for the best and brightest companies to address the following themes. If you believe your company is building solutions in one or more of these areas, you are welcome to apply and join the Visa Accelerator program.
Unlocking new payment flows
Embedded Finance
Empowering merchants and SMEs
Payment Infrastructure Enablers
The Future of finance
Sustainable and Inclusive Finance
Type:
Entrepreneurship
Who can Apply for Visa Accelerator Program?
If your team has already designed a minimum viable product related to the proposed areas designed a minimum viable product related to the proposed challenges or has a market-ready solution, you are the right fit for the program.
Stage
Seed to Series A startups with at least an MVP
Solution
Building a solution addressing one of our themes
Traction
Market tested solution that has gained traction
Geography
Existing operations in Africa or demonstrated commitment to expand in Africa
Which Countries are Eligible?
African countries
How Many Awards?
Not specified
What is the Benefit of Award?
Knowledge and Expertise
Gain a competitive edge with a tailored program covering product design, marketing, finance, sales and more. Receive experts’ guidance and strategic insights to accelerate your startup’s growth and unlock its full potential.
Mentorship
Gain access to 1:1 mentoring from experts and founders in the ecosystem from Africa and beyond. Learn from the experience of others to solve your challenges.
Visa Specific Training
Benefit from exclusive Fintech and payment training modules designed by Visa. Enhance your understanding of the fintech landscape, payment ecosystem, and industry best practices. Startups will also get the chance to access Visa’s developer portal and experiment with Visa products and services.
Funding
Secure the funding you need to bring your innovative ideas to life. Showcase your startup during the Demo Day and you could be considered for an investment opportunity by Visa, Plug and Play, and our wider Venture Capital community.
Partnership Opportunities
Forge powerful partnerships that can drive your startup forward. The program aims to open doors to valuable collaboration opportunities with industry leaders, innovative companies, and strategic partners.
Product Perks
Gain access to a wide selection of product perks and discounts from over 100 vendors for a combined offer value of over $200,000 such as AWS with product credits, mentorship and fintech-specific training modules.
How to Apply:
Visit Award Webpage for Details
