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Accelerator programme in AFRICA: Investment Readiness Programme (IRP) Grant

organisation

An organisation based in Germany

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In context

This call is open to startups and small and medium-sized businesses, at idea and R&D stage, prototype and pilot stage and pre-seed. Coverage is read from the notice itself: Africa.

Summary

Annual accelerator programme for African tech start-ups developing digital innovations in agriculture, food, and livestock sectors. Provides tailor-made investment-readiness services to help founders secure funding, with cohorts launched at the annual flagship gathering in Nairobi.

Summary by Raise Lens from the official notice · 28 Oct 2026Accurate?

About this grant

Annual accelerator for African tech start-ups in agriculture, food and livestock, offering tailor-made services to help founders become investment ready. Cohorts begin with the annual SAIStival gathering in Nairobi.

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for Accelerator programme in AFRICA: Investment Readiness Programme (IRP)?
Eligibility covers organisations in AFRICA; startup, sme. The full eligibility conditions are part of the Pro detail.

About this sector

Food systems funding covers sustainable production, supply-chain resilience, food loss, nutrition and smallholder livelihoods. It is offered by agriculture and development agencies, multilateral programmes and foundations, often with a focus on low- and middle-income countries. Applicants are generally asked to show local partnerships and how benefits reach farmers or consumers.