- Duration: Incubation programme (several months – not specifically defined)
- Location: Pan-African (hybrid: online and possible in-person activities)
- Organizer: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
- Language: English
- Funding:
- Technical and training support
- Access to funding and investment opportunities
- Fees: No application fees
- Application Process:
- Apply through the official UNDP website link
- Programme Components:
- Specialized training sessions
- Mentorship support
- Business development assistance
- Networking with investors and partners
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is inviting applications for a Pan-African incubation programme designed for agritech startups. The programme aims to support entrepreneurs and early-stage companies in developing innovative solutions that enhance food security and sustainable agriculture across Africa. Participants will benefit from a comprehensive incubation environment that includes training, mentorship, technical support, and access to potential investors and partners, enabling them to scale their solutions and create meaningful impact in the agricultural sector.
- Must be based in an eligible African country
- Must have an agritech startup or innovative idea
- The solution should be scalable and impactful
- Commitment to fully participate in the programme
- Proficiency in English
- Focus on sustainability and food security solutions
- Comprehensive incubation support
- Access to expert mentorship
- Business and technical capacity building
- Opportunities to connect with investors
- Support to scale and grow the startup
- Exposure to regional and international networks