Apply for Tech Revolution Africa StartUp Fest 2026

Tech Revolution Africa, in partnership with MTN, invites applications from innovative startups to participate in the Tech Revolution Africa StartUp Fest 2026. This flagship startup showcase is designed to identify, support, and amplify early-stage African startups with high-growth potential, providing them with visibility, funding opportunities, and access to investors.

The StartUp Fest is a platform where founders can register, pitch their ideas, compete for seed funding, and connect with key players within Africa’s tech and innovation ecosystem. Selected startups will compete for $1,500 in seed funding, alongside strategic exposure to investors, partners, and ecosystem enablers.

Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Startups must be early-stage and innovation-driven
• Businesses should be operating within the tech or tech-enabled space
• Founders must be based in Africa or building solutions relevant to African markets
• Applicants must be able to submit a pitch deck and participate in the pitch process
  Startups must be registered to attend the conference under the startup category

Benefits

• Opportunity to pitch at the Tech Revolution Africa StartUp Fest
• Access to seed funding of up to $1,500
• Visibility before investors, partners, and industry stakeholders
• Networking opportunities with fellow founders and ecosystem leaders
• Potential follow-on support beyond the event

Selection Process

• Register to attend the conference in the startup category
• Submit your pitch deck for review
• A limited number of startups will be shortlisted
• Shortlisted startups will pitch at the final pitch showdown during the StartUp Fest

Key Dates

Event Dates: January 30th–31st, 2026

Shortlisted startups will be notified ahead of the final pitch event

Apply Here