Norrsken Impact Accelerator 2026
8-week impact accelerator at Norrsken House Stockholm. USD 125,000 upfront pre-seed investment for 7% equity (post-money SAFE). Open to African startups.
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About this Program
The Norrsken Impact Accelerator is a globally recognised 8-week sprint at Norrsken House in Stockholm for early-stage startups using technology to solve societal and environmental challenges. Founded by Niklas Adalberth (Klarna co-founder) in 2016, Norrsken selects ~20 startups annually from across the globe (typically 5+ from Africa). Selected startups receive USD 125,000 upfront pre-seed investment in return for 7% equity via post-money SAFE. The 8-week sprint includes mentorship from world-class founders including unicorn founders, and culminates in a Demo Day pitching to hundreds of investors. Norrsken also operates Norrsken House Kigali (East Africa's largest startup hub) and Norrsken22 (USD 200M growth fund for African tech).
Benefits & What You Get
USD 125,000 upfront pre-seed investment, 8-week sprint at Norrsken House Stockholm, 24/7 workspace access, mentorship from unicorn founders and industry experts, Demo Day with hundreds of investors, ongoing investor introductions, peer advice and feedback.
Eligibility
Pre-seed to early-seed startups leveraging technology to create scalable solutions to societal and environmental challenges. Sector agnostic. Open to startups globally including African ventures.
Equity Terms
7%
Source: Norrsken Foundation
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