Calling all African innovators and startup founders! Applications are now open for the Startup Africa Road trip 2025, a fully funded opportunity designed to accelerate high-potential startups across East Africa—and give them a chance to pitch in Italy in 2026!
Organized by BeEntrepreneurs, a renowned non-profit organization, this year’s immersive bootcamp will take place in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, from August 11th to 15th, 2025. If you’re building bold solutions that solve local problems and have global potential—this is your chance to shine.
Why You Should Apply
The Next Generation Africa Competition 2025 isn’t just a training program—it’s a launchpad for global innovation. Selected entrepreneurs will receive:
- Fully funded intensive training sessions
- Hands-on mentorship and coaching
- Practical support to refine business models and pitches
- Exposure to African and European investors
- A chance to be selected for an all-expenses-paid trip to Italy in 2026
At the end of the program, four winning startups will be chosen to travel to Italy, where they’ll present their ventures to investors, innovation hubs, universities, and key stakeholders—opening doors to cross-border collaboration and funding.
Who Should Apply
Entrepreneurs, changemakers, and innovators across Africa, especially from East African countries, are strongly encouraged to apply. Your startup should be working on scalable solutions in areas such as:
- Education
- Healthcare
- Agriculture
- Fintech
- Environment
- Tourism
- Blue Economy
- Logistics and Transport
While the program welcomes applications from across the continent, priority will be given to East African startups. Participants must cover their own travel and accommodation to Dar es Salaam; however, the bootcamp itself is fully funded.
Program Benefits
- A fully funded 5-day bootcamp in Dar es Salaam
- Customized training on pitching, business storytelling, and investor readiness
- Access to local and international mentors
- One-on-one business advisory sessions
- Opportunity to network with Italian ecosystem players
- Top four startups receive an all-expenses-paid trip to Italy in 2026
Program Timeline
- Bootcamp Dates: August 11–15, 2025
- Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- Italy Trip: 2026 (Dates to be announced for selected finalists)
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be based in Africa
- Startup must be solving a local challenge with potential for global scale
- Applicants must commit to full participation in the bootcamp
- Founders must be able to travel to Tanzania at their own expense
How to Apply
The Startup Africa Road Trip is more than a competition—it’s a journey to connect Africa’s brightest minds with global markets. If you’re ready to scale your impact, pitch to international investors, and bring your innovation to life—this opportunity is for you.
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