Deadline: Unspecified
Applications are open for the Women in Tech Accelerator Kenya – Cohort 9. The Women in Tech Accelerator Kenya is an initiative that has been funded by the Standard Chartered Foundation and implemented by Village Capital and @iBizAfrica Incubation Centre at Strathmore University.
The programme supports ambitious women entrepreneurs with the tools, networks, and mentorship needed to strengthen their businesses and unlock sustainable growth. Through structured business training, expert mentorship, and access to catalytic grant funding, the Women in Tech Accelerator equips founders to build resilient startups, create jobs, and drive innovation across Kenya’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Benefits
- 12 weeks of an immersive learning experience
- Access to a leading network of coaching experts
- Access to B2B networking opportunities
- Personalized mentorship sessions to address your unique business needs
- Opportunity to join a supportive Women in Tech Alumni Network
- $10,000 equity-free grant seed funding for the top 7 finalists
- 6 months ongoing support from Village Capital and @iBizAfrica to assist with go-to-market and scale for the top 7 finalists.
Eligibility
- Women-led founders between 18-35 years old.
- Business must be headquartered and operating in Kenya.
- Legally registered, for-profit startup (1–10 employees).
- Must have a Tax Compliance Certificate
- Revenue-generating, with an annual revenue between KES 500,000 – 1,000,000.
- At least one woman founder and one full-time founder must be based in Nairobi, Kenya.
- Business must be tech-based or tech-enabled.
- Business models must have a clear focus on inclusivity and address specific social, economic, or environmental issues aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in any sector.
- Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) are encouraged to apply.
Application
For more information, visit Women in Tech Accelerator Kenya.
