Google has announced the 8th cohort for its Startups Accelerator Africa.
10 startups have been chosen for this 8th cohort, with it being whittled down from more than 1 000 applications.
One South African, five Nigerian, three Kenyan, and one Rwandan startups comprise the latest cohort.
Google continues in its efforts to support startups on the African continent by announcing the 8th cohort of its Startups Accelerator Africa. This latest cohort features 10 startups, with them coming out of Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, and South Africa, and selected from nearly 1 000 applications.
South Africa in particular has one startup in the cohort in the form of Fxxr (pictured in the header image above), with Nigeria featuring the most with five startups being selected by Google.
Unpacking the impact of this long running initiative, Google says that since inception in 2018, the Startups Accelerator Africa program has supported 106 startups from 17 African countries. These startups have collectively raised more than $263 million and created more than 2 800 direct jobs, pointing to the program’s impact on the Africa’s technology sector.
“We are thrilled to welcome the 8th cohort of the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa program. These startups represent the future of African innovation, harnessing the power of technology to solve real-world problems and uplift their communities. We are committed to supporting these founders by providing them with the resources and mentorship they need to succeed and scale their solutions,” added Folarin Aiyegbusi, head of Startups Programs for Google in Africa, regarding the program.
The 8th cohort of startups chosen are as follows:
“Fixxr (South Africa): Putting car owners and businesses in the driver’s seat with transparent and convenient on-location vehicle maintenance and repair services.
CDIAL AI (Nigeria): Transforming multilingual communication across Africa with the power of artificial and collective intelligence.
Earthbond (Nigeria): Lighting up homes and businesses across Africa with affordable, reliable energy solutions, bolstered by carbon accounting and development finance.
Lifesten Health (Rwanda): Innovating health and wellness through cutting-edge screening and incentive-based programs focused on physical, mental, and nutritional health.
MyAIFactchecker (Nigeria): Equipping users with an AI-powered tool to combat misinformation and promote informed decision-making through fact-checking.
Nakili (Kenya): Bringing salons, barbershops, and spas into the digital age with a mobile-based app for streamlined management and enhanced customer experiences.
NextCounsel (Nigeria): Supercharging lawyer productivity with an AI-powered tool for contract management, solicitor engagement, compliance, and more.
Nobuk Africa (Kenya): Simplifying financial management for groups and collectives across Africa with a seamless platform for collecting funds, reconciling payments, and generating reports.
Rana Energy (Nigeria): Providing clean, reliable energy solutions to SMEs and communities through a data-driven ecosystem.
Triply (Kenya): Building Africa’s travel operating system, connecting travellers with seamless booking experiences and travel businesses with powerful management tools.”
From now until 20th September 2024, Google says that these 10 startups will participate in a structured program designed to support their growth.
They will receive direct access to the expertise of Google mentors and experienced entrepreneurs who have navigated the startup path themselves. They will also engage in technical workshops to refine their respective products, hone their business strategies, and strengthen their leadership skills.
Lastly, the program will prepare them to secure follow-on funding from Google’s global network of investors.
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