Program Timelines and Details

Applications Open

December 2022 - 31st January 2023

Selection and Notification

1st - 28th February 2023

Incubation Program (Virtual)

1st March 2023 - 16th June 2023

Demo Day (In-Person at Kigali, Rwanda)

June 2023

Post-Incubation

July 2023

Benefits of Registering for the Incubation Program

Selected participants will enjoy the following benefits which to help bring their ideas to fruition.

Blockchain Technology

Participants will be provided with overall insight into blockchain technology and connections with the industry.

Business Education

Participants will be provided with business knowledge, industry connections, and an introduction to investors.

Platform Support

Product development support from leading blockchain platform providers.

Business Support

Business development and entrepreneurship education support from business experts.

Business Guidance and Investor Access

Meetings with a group of highly successful entrepreneurs and investors with expertise in scaling high-tech startups.

Demo Day

The program concludes with a Demo Day providing startups the opportunity to pitch their business to investors, experts, and the Blockchain community.

Costs to Participate

There are a number of scholarships to participate in this program. However, if you are unable to secure one of the scholarships, you can still participate, but you will be responsible for covering the cost of participation in the program.

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Eligibility

We are looking for ambitious individuals that are forward-thinking, innovative, and ready to take up challenges in creating the next Big Thing.

Must be between 20 - 35 years of age.

Priorities are given to Female Applications.

Strong business case and market potential.

Both idea-stage and early-stage (1 year) companies are encouraged to apply.

Previous Participants and Testimonials

What I found greatly valuable about the Incubation program was the opportunity to learn from our mentors and network with important stakeholders in the investment and web3 space.

Vusa Chimanikire,
Co-Founder, Tigere Housing.