Launchpad comes to Africa to support tech startups! Apply to join the first accelerator class

Google has launched the Launchpad Africa program, an extension of its global Launchpad Accelerator, to nurture tech startups across Africa with a three-month accelerator, offering more than $3 million in equity-free support, workspace, travel, PR assistance, and access to expert advisors. This initiative follows a commitment made by Google's CEO Sundar Pichai to support African entrepreneurs in building successful tech companies. The program is initially open to startups based in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, or Uganda, with future expansions anticipated. Eligible startups must be technology-based, have already secured seed funding, and address significant challenges in their local or broader African context. The selection process emphasizes the potential value creation for users and the willingness of startups to share their learnings for the benefit of their local ecosystems. Google is enthusiastic about contributing to the vibrant innovations emerging from Africa and fostering further technological advancement on the continent.