Up to $120,000 for African fintech, mobility and commerce startups
A 14-week Techstars accelerator run with ARM in Lagos, investing in early-stage African startups across fintech, mobility, e-commerce and talent tech.
Use when
You are a Nigeria-registered fintech, mobility, commerce or talent-tech startup ready for an intensive equity accelerator.
Skip when
You are not registered in Nigeria, you are outside the four focus sectors, or you do not want to give up equity.
Status (8 Sep 2026): applications are reviewed on a rolling basis across cohorts - check the Techstars page for the current class deadline. Award: up to US$120,000 in equity funding plus mentorship, Lagos office space and access to the global Techstars network. You must be a legally registered entity in Nigeria to take the investment.
Alternatives
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