The Visa Accelerator Program is an innovative initiative designed to empower FinTech startups in Africa, fostering growth, innovation, and market impact.
This three-month program provides a unique opportunity for startups to gain mentorship, funding, and collaboration opportunities, propelling them towards success in the dynamic financial technology ecosystem.
Deadline: March 15, 2025
Program Overview
The program is tailored for early-stage startups, from seed to Series A, that have developed a minimum viable product (MVP) or market-ready solution addressing critical FinTech themes. These themes include unlocking new payment flows, embedded finance, empowering merchants and SMEs, enhancing payment infrastructure, and promoting sustainable, inclusive finance.
Eligible startups must operate in Africa or demonstrate a clear commitment to expanding within the continent.
Benefits
Participants enjoy a wide array of perks and resources, including:
- Access to product discounts and credits from over 100 distributors, with a combined value exceeding $200,000, including AWS credits.
- Tailored guidance covering key aspects such as product design, marketing, finance, and sales.
- One-on-one mentoring from industry experts, founders, and leaders within and beyond Africa.
- Exclusive training modules on the FinTech landscape, payment ecosystems, and industry best practices, along with access to Visa’s developer portal for hands-on experimentation.
The program culminates in a Demo Day, where startups showcase their solutions and compete for funding opportunities from Visa, Plug and Play, and other venture capital partners. Moreover, participants can forge strategic partnerships with industry leaders and innovators, enhancing their market reach and growth potential.
Eligibility Criteria
- Existing operations in Africa or demonstrated dedication to develop in Africa.
- Seed to Series A startups with at the least an MVP;
- Building an answer addressing one of many themes;
- Market examined resolution that has gained traction;
How to Apply
Don’t miss your chance to transform your entrepreneurial journey with the Visa Accelerator Program!
Application Deadline
March 15, 2025
The Visa Accelerator Program is an unparalleled opportunity for FinTech startups to revolutionize the financial landscape in Africa.
