If you are an African founder looking to scale your business, secure investor connections, or access world-class mentorship, this week’s funding roundup is exactly what you need. From climate tech to cloud innovation, impact-driven ventures, and women-led startups, there are plenty of open calls you can still apply for.  

The deadlines are coming up quickly, so do not miss your chance to get funded and grow your vision.    
 

1. MEST Africa Challenge 2025  

Funding: $50,000 equity prize + access to global investor networks  

Eligibility: Early-stage tech startups in Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, Uganda, or Zambia  

Deadline: September 26, 2025  

Apply here:MEST Africa Challenge 2025      
 

2. Sahara Impact Fund Fellowship 2025 by SAHARA GROUP FOUNDATION  

Funding: $30,000 grant for impact-focused ventures  

Eligibility: African entrepreneurs in energy, environment, education, health, and agriculture  

Deadline: August 31, 2025  

Apply here:Sahara Impact Fund Fellowship 2025    

3. Joint Innovation Facility 2025  

Funding: Up to €250,000 in climate-tech funding  

Eligibility: African-led startups developing climate-positive, tech-enabled solutions  

Deadline: September 15, 2025  

Apply here:Joint Innovation Facility 2025    

4. DealWoman Investor Readiness Programme (Cohort 2) by DealRoom Nigeria  

Funding: Non-dilutive support with venture capital exposure  

Eligibility: Nigerian women-led startups preparing to raise capital  

Deadline: September 5, 2025  

Apply here:DealWoman Investor Readiness Programme      
 

5. The Baobab Network Accelerator  

Funding: $100,000 equity funding + 12-week tailored growth support  

Eligibility: African tech-enabled startups with minimum viable products (MVPs)  

Deadline: Rolling applications  

Apply here:The Baobab Network Accelerator    

6. Henry Arnhold Fellowship 2026 by Mulago  

Funding: $100,000 unrestricted grant  

Eligibility: Early-stage nonprofit leaders driving high-impact social initiatives  

Deadline: Rolling applications  

Apply here:Henry Arnhold Fellowship    

7. Pegasus Angel Accelerator 2025    
 

Funding: $100,000 equity investment  

Eligibility: African founders building early-stage, scalable startups  

Deadline: Rolling applications  

Apply here:Pegasus Angel Accelerator 2025      
 

8. MTN Cloud Accelerator 2025  

Funding: ₦5 million grant, MTN APIs, and access to venture capitalists  

Eligibility: African cloud-native solutions in healthtech, agritech, fintech, and logistics  

Deadline: August 15, 2025  

Apply here:MTN Cloud Accelerator 2025    

Why You Should Apply Now

Opportunities like these can be game changers for African startups. Whether you are building innovative tech solutions, driving social change, or scaling a women-led venture, this is your moment to access funding, mentorship, and global networks that can transform your growth trajectory.  

If any of these programs fit your mission, start your application today before the deadlines close