Top incubators and accelerators in Africa

1. CcStartup

CcStartup, organized by Co-Creation Hub (CcHUB), supports African tech startups through programs like the Incubation Program and Growth Accelerator. It provides mentorship, workspace, and funding to foster innovation. The program focuses on building sustainable tech ecosystems in Nigeria and beyond. It connects startups with investors and industry partners.

2. The Baobab Network Accelerator

The Baobab Network Accelerator, founded by The Baobab Network, supports African startups with funding, mentorship, and hands-on support. It runs a 12-week program to help startups scale across the continent. The program targets high-potential ventures in various sectors. It connects startups with a global investor network.

3. Injini EdTech Accelerator

Injini EdTech Accelerator, Africa’s first dedicated edtech accelerator, supports startups improving education across the continent. It offers funding, mentorship, and market access through a structured program. Managed by Injini, it focuses on scalable education solutions. The program connects startups with educators and investors.

4. OneBio Incubator

OneBio Incubator, based in Cape Town, supports African biotech startups through its Bio Incubation Program. It provides lab access, funding, and mentorship to foster innovation in life sciences. The program, managed by OneBio, targets startups addressing health and environmental challenges. It connects startups with global biotech networks and investors.

5. OceanHub Africa Accelerator

OceanHub Africa Accelerator, Africa’s first ocean-impact accelerator, supports startups focused on ocean sustainability. It offers funding, mentorship, and access to a global network to scale ventures. The program, managed by OceanHub Africa, targets innovative solutions for marine conservation. It connects startups with impact investors and industry partners.

6. mLab Southern Africa

mLab Southern Africa supports tech startups through programs like the CodeTribe Academy and Startup Incubation. It provides training, mentorship, and workspace to foster digital innovation. The program, managed by mLab, focuses on skills development and entrepreneurship. It connects startups with investors and tech ecosystems in Southern Africa.

7. Orange Fab Africa

Orange Fab Africa, organized by Orange, accelerates African tech startups through its startup program, focusing on innovative digital solutions. It provides mentorship, resources, and access to Orange’s network to scale ventures. The program aims to foster partnerships with Orange’s ecosystem. It connects startups with investors and corporates for growth.

8. CTIC Dakar

CTIC Dakar, Senegal’s first tech incubator, supports startups through its Incubation Program, focusing on digital innovation. It offers mentorship, workspace, and training to foster entrepreneurship in West Africa. The program connects startups with investors and regional ecosystems. It aims to build sustainable tech ventures in Senegal.

9. The Bulb Africa

The Bulb Africa, a Nigerian-based incubator and accelerator, supports African startups through its Start Engine program. It offers mentorship, funding, and resources to mission-driven entrepreneurs. The program focuses on building sustainable tech ventures in Nigeria. It connects startups with investors and industry partners to foster growth.

10. GrowthAfrica Accelerator

GrowthAfrica, a pan-African accelerator, supports startups through its Growth Accelerator program, focusing on scaling high-potential ventures. It provides mentorship, funding, and market access across East and West Africa. The program, managed by GrowthAfrica, targets entrepreneurs addressing African challenges. It connects startups with global investors and corporates.