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Grants, VC funds, accelerators, and competitions for African entrepreneurs.
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Up to $150,000 in credits
Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub is a corporate startup support program offering up to $150,000 in Azure credits, along with AI models, developer tools, technical guidance, and go-to-market support. It is designed for startups building and scaling software products, especially those using AI and Azure cloud services. Applicants also get access to Microsoft’s customer network, enterprise-grade security and privacy support, and pre-built marketing materials.
Azure credits
Access to up to $150,000 in credits to help startups build on Azure.
AI models and developer tools
Access to cutting-edge AI models, AI services, and developer tools for software development.
Microsoft global customer network
Go-to-market support and access to Microsoft’s network of customers to help startups sell more.
Enterprise-grade security and privacy
Support backed by enterprise-grade security and privacy.
Expert guidance and technical resources
Access to expert guidance, documentation, guides, support, and essential technology to help startups build and scale.
Pre-built marketing materials
Access to pre-built marketing materials through the Microsoft for Startups portal.
AI
The program emphasizes access to cutting-edge AI models, AI services, and tools to help startups build innovative applications.
Azure cloud development
The program supports startups building on Azure and using Azure services to build, scale, and modernize solutions.
Tech startups at any stage building on cloud/AI
Mentorship, network, sector expertise
Check current fund status and deployment activity
This program is best suited to startups that can clearly show how they will use Azure, AI services, and Microsoft developer tools in their product. In the application, be specific about your technical use case, expected cloud needs, and how access to Microsoft’s customer network could support your go-to-market plans.
2022
Active Since
Yes
Deploying
Multiple portfolio companies