216 Capital Venture Accelerator

About

The 216 Capital Venture Accelerator is a six-month program designed to help early-stage tech startups in Tunisia prepare for investment through tailored mentorship, structured training, and direct access to investors, offering €50,000 in initial funding, extensive networking opportunities, and support from the global Plug and Play network to enhance their market expansion capabilities.

Benefits

• 💰Initial Funding
  €50,000 initial funding for each selected startup, with opportunities for larger follow-on investments for outstanding performers
• 🎓Mentorship Meetings
  500+ one-on-one mentor meetings
• 💼Investor Meetings
  30+ one-on-one investor meetings
• 📚Group Courses
  20+ group courses
• 🌐Network Access
  Access to over 15 regional funds and support from the internationally recognized Plug and Play global network, with ongoing access to investors, mentors, and corporate partners

Eligibility Criteria

• Tech startup teams at pre-seed stage
• At least 50% of team members must be in Tunisia
• Must have a legally registered business in Tunisia (headquarters or subsidiary)
• Product must have at least a functional prototype/MVP stage, with preference for those who have launched MVP and gained early customers or market recognition
• Founding teams from Tunisia or overseas Tunisians can apply

Participation Commitments

• Must participate in all scheduled mentorship and investor meetings
• Must engage in all group courses and networking events
• Commitment to market expansion strategies as guided by the program

Target Region

Tunisia

Target Sector

Technology