GrowthAfrica Acceleration Programme for African Entrepreneurs 2023

The GrowthAfrica acceleration programme is a 6-months support programme that guides you in understanding all components of your business, internal and external realities, and identifying growth challenges to help you develop clear goals and a comprehensive strategic implementation-ready growth plan.

The programme develops your entrepreneurial leadership and grows your venture through business acceleration activities, strategic advice, and access to investments.

Are you an ambitious and committed entrepreneur from Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, Zambia or Ghana with the potential to grow and create impact through their businesses? Then this is for you.

About University of Göttingen

The University of Göttingen, officially the Georg August University of Göttingen, (German: Georg-August-Universität Göttingen, known informally as Georgia Augusta) is a public research university in the city of Göttingen, Germany. Founded in 1734 by George II, King of Great Britain and Elector of Hanover, and starting classes in 1737, the Georgia Augusta was conceived to promote the ideals of the Enlightenment. It is the oldest university in the state of Lower Saxony and the largest in student enrollment, whic... read more

GrowthAfrica Acceleration Programme

Aim and Benefits of GrowthAfrica Acceleration Programme

• Growth strategy: Led by experienced facilitators, leveraging our proprietary process and learning methodology, we focus on solutions that leads to an increase in your revenue, profits and impact
• Bespoke in-company support: Get individualised and tailored in-company support from the most qualified team who will walk you through and support you in your business journey
• Access and fellowship with quality peers across Africa: Connect and benefit from peer-to-peer learning and networking with like-minded entrepreneurs across Africa
• Investment support: Receive support in identification of, access to and engagement with potential and relevant investors
• Access to mentors and industry-subject experts: You will have access to Pan-African mentors/experts who will offer you advice and be your sounding board
• Financial modelling: Support to build a financial model for your business growth and investment
• Leadership: Acquire skills and tools to develop stronger entrepreneurial leadership

Requirements for GrowthAfrica Acceleration Programme Qualification

1. Sectors We are open to all sectors but have a soft spot for:
   • Agribusiness
   • Education
   • IT/mobile solutions/Tech-enabled businesses
   • Financial Services and Fintech
   • Renewable energy
   • Water & sanitation
   • Health
   • Manufacturing/processing
   • Retail/e-commerce
2. For-profit
3. Post revenue business
4. Full time and dedicated core team
5. Existed for 2 years or more
6. Turnover of USD 50,000 plus
7. Open to raising external investment

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit GrowthAfrica website.