Pan-African MineTech Startup Incubation Programme 2026

About

A structured incubation program designed for startups in the mining technology sector, providing mentorship, coaching, and pathways to investment opportunities. Participants will engage in a bootcamp focused on problem-solving and prototype development, followed by an acceleration phase to further their business solutions in the mining industry.

Benefits

• 🚀Structured Incubation
  Selected startups will receive structured incubation from accredited incubators
• 🤝Mentorship Access
  Access to mentorship and coaching
• 💼Investment Pathways
  Potential pathways to acceleration programmes and early-stage investment opportunities

Eligibility Criteria

• Startups must be based in Africa
• Startups must address mining industry challenges using technology-based solutions
• Founders must be nationals of an African Union member state and be domiciled in Africa

Participation Commitments

• Startups must participate in a bootcamp that includes problem definition exercises, prototype development, and pitch development workshops
• Startups are expected to engage in the acceleration phase following the bootcamp
• Startups must demonstrate commitment to addressing challenges in the mining sector

Target Region

Africa

Target Sector

Mining Technology