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No direct funding — equity-free program
Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa is an equity-free accelerator for African startups with demonstrated traction, ideally at growth stage. It is aimed at deeply technical companies building scalable products or services with a significant total addressable market and a defensible growth model, preferably using machine learning and AI. Selected startups receive mentoring from Google teams, technical bootcamps, access to industry experts, strategic and product support, eligible product and Cloud credits, and potential access to Google AI tools and free Cloud TPUs. The 2026 cycle runs from April to June, with applications open from February 4 to March 18, 2026.
Equity-free support
Equity-free support for duration of program.
Mentoring
Dedicated mentoring from Google teams.
Training
Exclusive invitations to technical bootcamps hosted by Google where offered.
Access to experts
Access to Google's network of industry experts.
Early access to AI products
Access new Google AI products and tools as relevant through Trusted Tester and Early Access Program benefits.
Google product credits
Eligible startups receive product credits.
Strategic support
Support on company and product strategy.
Technical project partnership
Work hand in hand with experts from Google on your biggest tech challenges.
Cloud credits
Startups interested in utilizing Cloud credits during the Accelerator may apply, subject to eligibility review and approval.
Cloud TPUs
Participants are eligible to receive free Cloud TPU access to accelerate open source machine learning research.
Technical challenges
The program helps startups tackle technical challenges that can help grow their businesses.
Product design
Deep dives and workshops focused on product design.
Customer acquisition
Deep dives and workshops focused on customer acquisition.
Leadership development
Deep dives and workshops focused on leadership development for founders.
Google's flagship Africa accelerator. 3-month equity-free program with bootcamps on AI/ML, product, design, hiring, and fundraising. 1:1 mentorship with Google engineers and leaders. Dedicated Technical Startup Success Manager. 153 startups supported from 17 countries, collectively raising $300M+ and creating 3,500+ jobs. AI First Africa variant focuses specifically on AI startups.
Google Cloud credits, Google engineer mentorship, technical architecture reviews, product workshops, investor introductions, alumni network
No direct funding — you get mentorship and resources, not cash. Highly competitive.
Applicants should show clear traction, a scalable business model, and a strong technical foundation, especially if they use machine learning or AI. Make sure the CTO or relevant technical leaders are ready to participate actively, since technical engagement is a stated requirement.
2018
Active Since
Yes
Deploying
Andela, Flutterwave, Paystack (alumni have gone on to become unicorns through broader Google ecosystem)