Call for Applications: Tech Revolution Africa StartUp Fest 2026 | $1,500 Seed Funding
Tech Revolution Africa, in partnership with MTN, invites applications from innovative startups to participate in the Tech Revolution Africa StartUp Fest 2026.
This flagship startup showcase is designed to identify, support, and amplify early-stage African startups with high-growth potential, offering increased visibility, funding opportunities, and direct access to investors.
The StartUp Fest provides a dynamic platform for founders to register, pitch their ideas, compete for seed funding, and connect with key stakeholders across Africa’s technology and innovation ecosystem.
Selected startups will compete for seed funding of up to $1,500, in addition to gaining strategic exposure to investors, partners, and ecosystem enablers.
Eligibility
To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be an early-stage, innovation-driven startup
- Operate within the tech or tech-enabled sector
- Be based in Africa or building solutions focused on African markets
- Be able to submit a pitch deck and participate in the pitching process
- Be registered to attend the conference under the startup category
Benefits
Participating startups will gain:
- The opportunity to pitch at the Tech Revolution Africa StartUp Fest
- Access to seed funding of up to $1,500
- Visibility before investors, partners, and industry stakeholders
- Networking opportunities with fellow founders and ecosystem leaders
- Potential follow-on support and partnerships beyond the event
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Selection Process
The selection process will follow these steps:
- Register to attend the conference under the startup category
- Submit a pitch deck for evaluation
- A limited number of startups will be shortlisted
- Shortlisted startups will pitch at the final Pitch Showdown during the StartUp Fest
Key Dates
- Event Dates: January 30–31, 2026
- Notification: Shortlisted startups will be informed prior to the final pitch event
