Application are invited from suitably qualified African startups for the AfCTFA Startup Acceleration & Partnership Program 2026. The program aims to identify and support high-potential African startups by strengthening their business capabilities.
Aligned with the overall objectives of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCTFA), this program will contribute to advancing intra-African trade, promoting industrial development, and enabling African businesses to compete in global markets.
AfCFTA Startup Acceleration & Partnership Program | DETAILS
The startup acceleration and partnership program is targeted at enhancing the competitiveness and scalability of African startups by supporting market entry into Korea and other global markets. It will also facilitate cross-border business partnerships and investment opportunities. Promotion of innovation and commercialization across key AfCFTA priority sectors is at the core of this initiative.
See Also: LEAP Africa Social Innovators Programme Fellowship 2026
Eligibility Criteria
- Have innovative and scalable business models
- Demonstrate readiness for international expansion
- Show interest in entering the Korean and global markets
- Must operate within sectors aligned with AfCFTA priorities, including Fintech, E-commerce, Logistics, Agric-tech, Manufacturing, Digital platforms.
Application Procedures
How-to-Apply: Interested applicants for the AfCFTA Startup Acceleration & Partnership Program 2026 are to submit a completed application form, business plan, and other supporting documents (as outlined in the application guidelines).
Submissions should be sent to [email protected] together with all supporting documents.
Application Deadline: Not specified
