Google for Startups Accelerator Africa 2025

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Google has launched applications for its 2025 Startups Accelerator Africa program, aimed at supporting early-stage startups leveraging artificial intelligence to tackle pressing challenges across the continent, offering mentorship, funding, and access to a global network to help scale their innovative solutions.

Benefits

• Dedicated technical mentorship from Google and industry experts
• Up to $350,000 in Google Cloud credits
• Access to a global network of investors, partners, and collaborators
• Workshops on technology, product strategy, people leadership, and AI implementation

Eligibility Criteria

• Startups must be based in Africa
• Seed to Series A stage
• At least one founder of African descent
• Must have a live product
• Focus on AI-first solutions
• Clear vision for responsible AI innovation