Techstars Africa
Global accelerator with dedicated Africa programs
Techstars runs accelerator programs across Africa including Techstars Lagos and Techstars Cape Town. The program provides $120K investment, mentorship from 10,000+ mentors, and lifetime access to the Techstars network. Focused on early-stage startups with a working product and some traction.
Best for
Use when
You have an MVP and early traction and want funding, mentorship, and access to a global network of investors.
Skip when
You are purely idea-stage with no product. Techstars expects a working MVP and some early customers.
Techstars Lagos has produced several notable Nigerian alumni. Applications are open twice yearly. The Techstars network is a key fundraising resource even after the program ends.
Alternatives
YC, MEST, Ventures Platform