One of the Google for businesses Growth Academy programs for entrepreneurs throughout the world is the AI for Governance Technology businesses.
Startups will receive the necessary growth skills, internationalization tactics, and Google resources and products to aid in their scaling through the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa.
For interested candidates, we will emphasize the specifics, prerequisites, advantages, and a detailed application process in this post.
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📅 When is the Application Deadline:
June 30, 2025
🏆 Tell Me About The Award:
The Google for Startups Growth Academy: AI for GovTech is a three-month hybrid accelerator designed for Seed to Series A startups based in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) that are using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support governments and enhance public services. The program provides equity-free support, mentorship, product guidance, and a global founder network to help startups grow and scale internationally.
🎓 Which Fields are Eligible?
Startups using AI in the following GovTech sectors:
- Digital public services
- Smart cities
- Digital infrastructure
- Public health
- Education
- Energy
- Agriculture
- Housing
- Transportation
- Manufacturing
- Cybersecurity
- Safety and security
- Climate and environmental response
📄 Type:
Startup Accelerator / Training Program
👥 Who can Apply?
Startups that:
- Are at the Seed to Series A stage
- Are based in Europe, the Middle East, or Africa
- Use AI to deliver scalable GovTech solutions
- Have demonstrated traction (e.g., funding, users, or revenue)
- Are scalable, with a defensible growth model and large addressable market
✅ How are Applicants Selected?
- Online application by June 30, 2025
- Founder interviews during July–August 2025
- Selected startups announced in early September 2025
- In-person kickoff in late September – early October 2025
- Virtual core program runs through September to December 2025
- Final in-person graduation in December 2025
🌍 Which Countries Are Eligible?
Startups based in:
- Europe
- Middle East
- Africa
📌 Where will the Award be Taken?
- Hybrid format (virtual + in-person)
- In-person kickoff and graduation (exact locations to be announced)
🔢 How Many Awards?
Multiple startups will be selected—specific number not disclosed.
🎁 What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Three months of equity-free support
- Custom mentorship from Google experts
- Access to Google tools and products
- International expansion support
- Connections with global founder networks
- Technical and leadership development workshops
- Continued post-program product and business support
⏳ How Long Will the Award Last?
Three months (core program), plus extended mentorship and support
📝 How to Apply:
- Visit the official program page
- Fill in the application form
- Submit before the June 30, 2025 deadline
