Google Opens 2025 Accelerator Africa Applications for AI Startups
Google’s 2025 Africa Accelerator supports AI-driven startups with mentorship, cloud credits, and training to tackle Africa’s biggest challenges.
Google for Startups Accelerator Africa is now accepting applications for its 2025 cohort! 1 This 3-month hybrid program empowers Seed to Series A tech startups across Africa using AI to tackle big challenges. 2 Get equity-free support, up to $350K in Google Cloud credits, mentorship, and more.
Applications are now open for the 2025 cohort of the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa program.
This three-month hybrid program is designed to support Seed to Series A tech startups that are using artificial intelligence (AI) to solve systemic problems on the continent. Selected startups will receive;
- Equity-free support and up to $350,000 in Google Cloud credits
- Expert mentorship from Googlers and industry leaders
- Tailored technical training and strategic guidance
- Networking opportunities with investors, partners, and peers across Africa and beyond
They’re looking for startups that:
- Are headquartered in Africa
- Have at least one African founder
- Offer a live product already in the market
- Demonstrate clear product-market fit and potential to scale
- Have an AI-first approach or are meaningfully integrating AI into their operations
- Are open to leveraging Google products to enhance their solutions
From farming to fintech, healthcare to education, AI is helping African innovators tackle big challenges and unlock new possibilities. And just like Crop2Cash, these startups aren’t just building tech—they’re building the future.
Apply here: https://startup.google.com/programs/accelerator/africa/
