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A 3-month mentorship-driven accelerator that invests $220,000 per startup and connects you with investors across sectors. You need a working product, paying customers, and availability for the full programme.
A 3-month, mentorship-driven accelerator open to global founders including those in Africa. Investors in diverse verticals. Applications are open and rolling. Techstars invests $220,000 per company ($20k fixed + $200k uncapped SAFE for 5% equity).
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Early-stage startups with working MVP and customer traction. Must be available for full 3-month program. Global eligibility including Africa.
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Techstars reviews applications on a rolling basis, meaning they assess them as they arrive rather than all at once. The team looks for evidence that your product is real, customers want it, and founders are committed. If your application stands out, you will be contacted to interview. Final decisions are made by the selection committee, and accepted founders are notified of the investment terms (typically a SAFE agreement) before the cohort begins.
What reviewers look for
The sources do not specify, but most accelerators typically require a registered entity. Check with Techstars before applying if you are still operating as a sole trader.
$20,000 is given outright; the remaining $200,000 is structured as a SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity), which converts to equity later. Techstars takes 5% equity in your company.
Yes. Techstars states it is open to global founders, including those in Africa. Location of your company matters less than the strength of your business.
You must be available full-time for the 3-month programme. Techstars operates programmes in multiple locations; the specific location and format will be confirmed when you are accepted.
Applications are rolling, so there is no single deadline. Cohorts typically start multiple times per year. Check the Techstars website for your preferred cohort's application window.
Guide written from the official programme page on 3 November 2026. Funders change their rules, so confirm the details on the official page before you apply.
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