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MEST Africa Founder Programme

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About this opportunity

12-month fully sponsored programme training the next generation of African software entrepreneurs.

MEST is offering this incubator to Young entrepreneurs aged 18-35 across Pan-African. It is designed for ventures working in Technology at the Startup, Technology, Youth-led stage.

The opportunity offers Up to $100,000, with support including Fully sponsored training, Up to $100K in seed funding, Ongoing incubation support. Applications are scheduled to close on 2026-09-28. Review the eligibility, required materials and application guidance below before continuing to the organiser’s website.

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Quick facts

Funding
Up to $100,000
Opportunity type
Incubator
Deadline
2026-09-28
Status
Closed
Countries
Pan-African
Sectors
Technology
Business stage
Startup, Technology, Youth-led
Target applicants
Young entrepreneurs aged 18-35

What you can get

  • Fully sponsored training
  • Up to $100K in seed funding
  • Ongoing incubation support

Who can apply

  • African citizen
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Passion for entrepreneurship and technology

What you need to apply

✓CV
✓Cover letter
✓References

Application tips

  1. 1Read the eligibility criteria twice before drafting.
  2. 2Quantify your impact — numbers speak louder than adjectives.
  3. 3Tell a founder-first story. Panels remember people, not products.
  4. 4Submit at least 48 hours before the deadline.
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