Visa has announced the launch of the fourth edition of its Africa Fintech Accelerator Program, inviting innovative startups across the continent to apply. The program aims to empower fintech ventures by providing mentorship, technological resources, and funding opportunities to scale their solutions.
Launched in 2023, the Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator aligns with Visa’s commitment to invest $1 billion in financial inclusion in Africa by 2027. To date, the accelerator has supported 64 startups across three cohorts, resulting in 15 active partnerships. Notably, four startups from the inaugural cohort secured strategic funding from Visa.
Eligibility Criteria
The program targets startups that:
- Stage: Seed to Series A with at least a Minimum Viable Product (MVP)
- Solution Focus: Addressing key themes such as unlocking new payment flows, embedded finance, empowering merchants and SMEs, payment infrastructure enablers, the future of finance, and sustainable and inclusive finance
- Traction: Market-tested solutions with demonstrated traction
- Geography: Existing operations in Africa or a demonstrated commitment to expand within the continent
Program Benefits
Selected startups will participate in a three-month initiative designed to provide:
- Mentorship: Guidance from industry experts to refine business strategies
- Technological Resources: Access to Visa’s technology to enhance product offerings
- Funding Opportunities: Potential for strategic investments to fuel growth
The accelerator program is scheduled to run from June 23 to October 3, 2025, offering a hybrid format that includes both virtual and in-person engagements.
Visa’s Africa Fintech Accelerator continues to play a significant role in fostering innovation and financial inclusion across the continent. Startups looking to scale their solutions in the fintech space are encouraged to apply before the March 15, 2025 deadline.
Interested startups can apply through the official Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator website.
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