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Dakar Network Angels – Startup Application

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Dakar Network Angels – Startup Application — Dakar Network Angels

Quick answer

Is it real?
Yes. This is a real programme run by Dakar Network Angels. GrantPilot checked its official page on 26 October 2026.
Status
Open (no fixed deadline, or applications accepted on a rolling basis).
What you can get
€50,000 – €150,000
Who can apply
Startup registered in Senegal (see the full list below)
How to apply
Directly to Dakar Network Angels on their official page (dakarnetworkangels.com). Applying is free: never pay anyone to apply or to "release" funds.

GrantPilot does not give out this funding; Dakar Network Angels does. We help you find it, check it is real and get ready to apply.

About this opportunity

Dakar Network Angels provides €50,000–€150,000 in seed equity to Senegalese tech startups, plus access to angel investors and mentors. You need a registered company under 5 years old with a working prototype and at least two founders.

A pan‑African angel network that provides seed‑stage equity funding and mentorship to Senegalese startups. Selected companies get up to €150,000 and access to the angel community.

Who can apply

  • Startup registered in Senegal
  • Company less than 5 years old
  • Has a minimum viable product (MVP) or prototype
  • Team of at least two founders
  • Clear market opportunity identified

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Full eligibility wording from the listing

Senegal‑registered startup less than 5 years old, MVP or prototype, team of at least two founders, and a clear market opportunity.

Documents you will need

  • Company name and registration details
  • Company website URL
  • Pitch deck (PDF format)
  • Email address for contact

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How to apply, step by step

  1. Visit the Dakar Network Angels application portal
  2. Enter your company name
  3. Provide your company website URL
  4. Upload your pitch deck as a single PDF file (maximum 1 file)
  5. Enter your email address
  6. Click Submit Application
Save and track it and we will email you 14 days, 7 days, 3 days, 24 hours and on the morning of the deadline.

How applications are selected

The sources do not describe how applications are reviewed or the assessment timeline. Typically, angel networks review pitch decks and founder backgrounds, then contact selected applicants within 2–4 weeks for interviews. You should expect follow-up questions about your MVP, market validation, and use of funds before any investment decision.

What reviewers look for

  • Your pitch deck should show product progress beyond concept—investors want evidence you have built something, not just an idea
  • Demonstrate clear customer or market demand; vague opportunity statements rarely succeed
  • Be specific about what the €50,000–€150,000 will achieve; mentors invest in founders with disciplined spending plans
  • Highlight why your founding team works: complementary skills matter more than individual credentials at seed stage
  • Focus on technology, FinTech or AgriTech sectors; applications outside these are unlikely to succeed

Frequently asked questions

What if my company is older than 5 years?

The programme requires startups less than 5 years old. If your company exceeds this, you do not meet the eligibility criteria.

Do I need a fully finished product?

No. An MVP or prototype is sufficient. The network funds seed-stage companies, not ideas without any working version.

Can I apply with one founder?

No. The requirement is a team of at least two founders. Solo founders are not eligible.

Is there a deadline, or can I apply anytime?

The programme operates on a rolling basis, meaning there is no fixed closing date. You can apply when ready, but earlier submission may improve your chances if the fund has a finite allocation.

What happens after I submit my application?

The sources do not specify response timelines. You should expect the network to review your pitch deck and contact you if they wish to proceed to an interview or due diligence stage.

Guide written from the official programme page on 1 November 2026. Funders change their rules, so confirm the details on the official page before you apply.

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