Visa has officially opened applications for the fifth cohort of its Africa Fintech Accelerator, a high-impact, three-month program aimed at supporting early-stage fintech startups across the continent.

This initiative offers valuable mentorship, tailored training, access to Visa’s technology tools, and opportunities for strategic investment. Startups that successfully complete the program may be considered for funding by Visa or Plug and Play, and Demo Day will be attended by both regional and global investors.

Eligible companies include seed to Series A startups operating in Africa, with a minimum viable product and market traction. The application process consists of two rounds: an initial screening to assess alignment and traction, followed by virtual interviews for shortlisted applicants.

The program runs over 12 weeks in a hybrid format, starting with an onboarding week, followed by 10 virtual focus weeks, investor week, and an in-person Demo Day. Participants will also have access to product perks and incentives from more than 100 technology vendors, valued at over US $200,000.

Since its launch in June 2023, the Accelerator has supported numerous startups across Africa, contributing to Visa’s broader goal of investing US $1 billion in Africa’s digital transformation by 2027.

Applications are open until August 15, 2025. After the virtual interviews, selected applicants will be invited to join the full program.

The Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator continues to be a key player in shaping the continent’s fintech ecosystem, providing startups with the resources and connections needed to scale both locally and globally.

To apply or for more information, visit the website.

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