Join the online AWS FinTech Africa Accelerator powered by AWS Startup Loft Accelerator to take part in an equity-free program focused on supporting early stage startups with technology, product development, go-to-market advice and getting you funding ready.
The AWS FinTech Africa Accelerator is an online and equity-free 10-week program that leverages the best of Amazon’s infrastructure and partner network to support pre-seed and seed stage FinTech startups developing their projects in Africa and beyond in the following categories:
- Open & Embedded Finance
- Big Data & AIML
- Blockchain & Decentralised Finance
- FinTech-as-a-service
- Financial inclusion & Sustainability
- Other
Eligibility Criteria
All startups with FinTech specialization located in Africa can take part in the Accelerator.
There are 3 scenarios acceptable to take a part in the Accelerator:
- Startup will build the Project on AWS infrastructure using at least one of AWS services,
- Project was built before on AWS and is live,
- Project was built before on any other platform and will be migrated to AWS during the Acceleration program. In case of migration from on-premise, hosting or other cloud platforms, AWS has dedicated migration programs for the support that Participants can use. (for special migration program contact us at )
Offered Benefits
Participating startups will join AWS’ Activate program which will provide founders with up to $25K USD in Activate Credits, in addition to a many other services. Founders will also take part in a series of industry expert-led workshops and one-on-one sessions designed to address the specific challenges and opportunities each startup faces.
Application Process
Go to Amazon on app.vestbee.com to apply
- Startups will receive a confirmation of Participation in the Accelerator via email.
- Filling in the Application Form and attaching needed documents require providing personal details which include name, surname, e-mail address and other details.
- Submitting the Application for the participation in the Accelerator constitutes the acceptance of the Terms of Participation available on the website www.vestbee.com and the Participant’s commitment to follow them.
