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ASIP (Africa Startup Initiative Program)

Key Information

Organisation

Telecel Group & Startupbootcamp

Status

Draft

Program Type

Accelerator

Amount

EUR 15,000

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About this Program

An accelerator program backed by Telecel Group targeting innovative African tech startups.

Benefits & What You Get

EUR 15k in cash, workspace in Dakar, and access to Telecel market presence.

Eligibility

African startups solving local challenges in connectivity, agriculture, healthcare, and finance.

Equity Terms

8% Equity

Startups That Could Apply

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