Opportunities

Capital to build what's next

A curated list of grants, accelerators, and funding opportunities for founders — with a focus on fintech, clean energy, and Africa-facing innovation. Updated regularly.

6 opportunities
VI

Visa Everywhere Initiative

Visa

Open

A global innovation program challenging startups to solve payment and commerce problems, with cash prizes and access to Visa's network.

Cash prizes + partnershipCompetitionFintechGlobal

No fixed deadline

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Flyer One Ventures

(F1V)

Rolling

Flyer One Ventures provides funding to pre-seed and seed-stage startups that are building products for global markets. The funds supports ambitious, technology driven entrepreneurs by investing up to €1.5 million and providing hands_on assistance with recruiting, digital marketing, PR, business development, fundraising, and access to its network of industry experts to help startups scale internationally

€1.5 millionVenture CapitalFintech, AI, Edtech, Enterprise Software, Proptech

No fixed deadline

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GO

Google for Startups Black Founders Fund (Africa)

Google for Startups

Rolling

Non-dilutive cash awards plus Google mentorship, Cloud credits, and hands-on support for Black-led startups building in Africa.

Up to $150,000GrantAnyAfrica

No fixed deadline

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FU

Accelerate Africa

Future Africa

Open

It is designed to support early-stage Africa Founders building scalable, technology-driven businesses that solve significant challenges across the continent

Up to $500,000Venture CapitalFintech, AI,Health Tech,ClimateTech&Clean Energy

Deadline

July 25, 2026

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GI

Expand North Star

GITEX / Dubai World Trade Centre

Open

One of the largest startup and investor gatherings in the world — a launchpad to meet global VCs and scale into new markets.

Investor accessCompetitionAnyMEA

No fixed deadline

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PL

Plug and Play Accelerator

Plug and Play Tech Center

Rolling

A world-leading accelerator connecting startups with corporate partners and investors across fintech, mobility, and energy verticals.

Investment + corporate pilotsAcceleratorFintech / EnergyGlobal

No fixed deadline

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