Greentech Africa 2025 launches $10k equity-free funding for startups

Do you have an idea that can address pressing environmental problems? Then, the Greentech Africa 2025 for African Startups is for you.

Village Capital, in partnerships with the Impact Linked Fund for Gender-Inclusive Fintech, has implemented more than 14 accelerator programs around Africa since 2012. This programme aims to assist early-stage startups in selected African countries in creating technical solutions focused on improved waste management techniques, renewable energy, smart farming for changing weather, and water conservation.

Why this programme matters

Africa is facing major environmental problems. About 45%  of Africa is experiencing a loss of its fertile soil, and the conversion of land into deserts makes it more difficult to produce food, which increases famine. Also, 19 of the 50 largest landfills in the world indicate waste is not properly managed. Furthermore, about 3 billion people still cook and stay warm using open flames or simple stoves, which leads to unhealthy indoor air. The Village Capital recognised these pressing issues and started a programme to assist startups that are coming up with new and clever ideas in areas such as climate innovation that is inclusive, sustainable, and investor-ready

Programme benefit

The Greentech Africa 2025 is designed to help startups increase investment and grow their impact. Here’s what the programme will give you: 

• Founders will receive $10,000 equity-free funding
• Founders will have the opportunity to network with international partners and organisations
• Founders will have access to seasoned business experts
• Founders will have the opportunity of learning about investments to be able to comprehend important business data and create a strong financial model for their businesses
• Founders will gain media visibility via the platform
• Founders will participate in online seminars aimed at preparing them for upcoming fundraising and also scaling their impact

Eligibility

Applicants must fulfil the following requirements to be considered for the Greentech Africa Programme 2025:

• Your startup must be registered and its location in any of these African countries: Nigeria, Senegal, Egypt, Kenya, or South Africa
• Your startup should be tech-driven and focused on solving at least one of the environmental problems the programme is addressing
• Your startup needs to abide by the tax and business regulations of its country
• At least one founder needs to reside in one of the qualified countries
• You should have a minimum viable product (MVP), which proves that your idea is feasible
• Your startup shouldn’t have raised more than $1 million in equity capital yet
• Your startup should have evidence of its progress. This might include early sales, a working plan, high user engagement, or strategic partnerships

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How to apply

If your startup contributes to the solution of Africa’s environmental problems with a technological solution, Greentech Africa 2025 accelerator applicants are open until Friday, May 9, 2025. Interested startups can apply on the Village Capital website: Greentech Africa 2025 Application.

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