The START Accelerator Program by Triift Africa is a 5-week program for student entrepreneurs and recent graduates in Africa, providing resources, knowledge, tools, skills, and funding to grow businesses. Apply Now:
When is the Application Deadline:
📅 August 2, 2025
Tell Me About the START Accelerator Program:
START by Triift Africa is a 5-week accelerator program designed for student entrepreneurs and recent graduates across Africa. It offers expert-led training, mentorship, access to business tools, and potential funding (grants or loans) to help build sustainable and scalable ventures.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
✅ Open to all business sectors – including tech, fashion, food, education, retail, and more.
The key requirement is a viable business idea or an existing business.
Type:
Accelerator program (with funding, mentorship, and business support)
Who Can Apply?
- Current students running a business or with a viable idea
- Recent graduates (within the past 1–3 years)
- NYSC corps members are also eligible
How Are Applicants Selected?
Selection is based on:
✔ Business viability
✔ Commitment to the program
✔ Clarity of purpose
✔ Entrepreneurial potential
Which Countries Are Eligible?
🌍 Open to all African countries (with a focus on Nigeria and other Anglophone African nations)
Where Will the Award Be Taken?
🌐 Online (virtual sessions accessible from anywhere in Africa)
How Many Awards?
No fixed number. Multiple participants will be accepted, with top performers receiving additional benefits like funding and mentorship.
What is the Benefit of the START Accelerator Program?
- 💼 5-week expert-led training on business, finance, marketing & pitching
- 💰 Funding access (₦50,000–₦300,000 in grants or collateral-free loans at 9% interest)
- 🧑🏾🏫 6–8 weeks personalized mentorship
- 🧰 Free tools, templates, and business resources
- 🤝 Networking with peers and industry experts
- 🌟 Potential to become a Triift Campus Ambassador
How Long Will the Award Last?
🕒 5 weeks of training + 6–8 weeks of post-program mentorship for top participants
How to Apply for the START Accelerator Program:
Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
🌐 START Accelerator Program Info Page