Deadline: January 30, 2026
Applications are open for the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship 2026. The Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship is an entrepreneurship acceleration program designed to support promising, African EdTech ventures. Implemented in partnership with innovation hubs and EdTech accelerators across Africa, the Fellowship provides select EdTech companies with critical business and financial support, as well as insight into the science of learning, preparing them for scale, sustainability, and impact.
By fostering collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurship, this accelerator is dedicated to catalyzing positive change in education by equipping the next generation of learners with the tools and opportunities they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.
Benefits
- Mentorship Network: Specialized support from sector experts aligned with the unique challenges and opportunities of your startup
- Accelerated Growth & Impact: Benefit from a structured curriculum designed to accelerate the growth and development of EdTech start-ups, and impact more lives
- Market Access: Valuable opportunities to showcase your solutions to key stakeholders, expanding your reach and impact in the education sector
- Funding Opportunities: Receive $60,000 equity-free funding and access other funding opportunities to fuel the growth and sustainability of your business
Eligibility
To be eligible for the program, Startups, SMEs, and NGOs can apply if they meet the following criteria:
- Must be incorporated in Ghana
- Have been in operation for at least 3 years
- Have a tech or tech-enabled solution designed to improve educational outcomes in Ghana
- Growth stage – working product with active users
- Potential to reach at least 8,000 learners
- Inclusive and diverse team passionate about education
Application
The application process consists of three stages starting with the application form. Successful applicants will then proceed to the following stages.
- Stage 1: Fill out and submit the application form online before the deadline
- Stage 2: Shortlisted companies will be invited for a virtual pitch and interview
- Stage 3: Final selection of startups onboarded into the program
For more information, visit Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship.
