About this opportunity
The world's most successful startup accelerator. 3-month programme culminating in Demo Day in San Francisco.
Y Combinator is offering this accelerator to Young entrepreneurs aged 18-35 across Pan-African. It is designed for ventures working in Technology at the Startup, Technology stage.
The opportunity offers $500,000 investment, with support including $500K investment on standard terms, 3 months of intensive mentorship, Access to YC alumni network. Applications are scheduled to close on 2026-09-21. Review the eligibility, required materials and application guidance below before continuing to the organiser’s website.
AcceleratorEquitySilicon Valley
Quick facts
Funding
$500,000 investment
Opportunity type
Accelerator
Deadline
2026-09-21
Status
Closed
Countries
Pan-African
Sectors
Technology
Business stage
Startup, Technology
Target applicants
Young entrepreneurs aged 18-35
What you can get
- $500K investment on standard terms
- 3 months of intensive mentorship
- Access to YC alumni network
- Demo Day exposure
Who can apply
- Any stage — from idea to Series A
- Any sector
- Founding team available full-time
What you need to apply
✓Application form
✓1-minute founder video
Application tips
- 1Read the eligibility criteria twice before drafting.
- 2Quantify your impact — numbers speak louder than adjectives.
- 3Tell a founder-first story. Panels remember people, not products.
- 4Submit at least 48 hours before the deadline.
Ready to apply
This round has closed
Applications are no longer open. Check the organiser's page for the next cycle, or browse opportunities that are open now.
