Insure Africa Gist

Applications are now open for the 2026 Women in Tech Accelerator by the Standard Chartered Foundation, designed to support women-led, tech-enabled startups creating meaningful impact across emerging markets.

Delivered in partnership with Village Capital and local ecosystem partners, the programme provides tailored support to founders across Africa, the Middle East, and Pakistan, ensuring high-quality, locally relevant guidance and resources.

Who Can Apply:
Women leading impact-driven, tech-enabled startups operating in:
Bahrain, Botswana, Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, UAE, Uganda, and Zambia.

What Participants Gain:

Peer Connections: Access to a strong network of mentors, founders, and industry leaders
Funding: Opportunity to tap into over $600,000 in annual grant funding distributed across markets
Growth Support: Personalized development plans tailored to each startup’s needs
Training: Investment-readiness support to refine business models and growth strategies

Programme Locations & Partners Include:

Botswana – The Dream Factory
Ghana – The Ghana Climate Innovation Center (GCIC)
Nigeria – Enterprise Development Centre (EDC)
South Africa – WomHub
Uganda – Innovation Village
Zambia – BongoHive
(and other country-specific partners across participating regions)

This is a valuable opportunity for female founders looking to scale impactful solutions, access funding, and connect with a global support network.

Application Deadline: Varies by country
Apply: https://vilcap.com/programs/women-in-tech-accelerator-2026