As Africa accelerates its digital transformation, digital skills and technology solutions are becoming essential drivers of economic growth. Across the continent, nations are actively positioning themselves as major tech and innovation hubs, and the demand for AI-driven entrepreneurship has never been greater.
To meet this challenge, the Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) has launched a bold redesign of its flagship program — the MEST AI Startup Program — aimed at empowering the next generation of AI-powered startups in West Africa.
Why You Should Apply:
- Fully-funded, immersive 11-month program hosted in Accra, Ghana Hands-on technical training and business mentorship from industry leaders, including experts from OpenAI, Google, and Perplexity
- A rigorous 7-month training phase followed by a 4-month incubation period Access to a pre-seed funding opportunity of up to $100,000
- Join the prestigious MEST Portfolio and scale your startup across Africa and beyond
Whether you’re building AI for agriculture, education, health, or finance, now is the time to launch your impact-driven solution.
Deadline: August 22, 2025
🔗 Apply Now: MEST AI Startup Program
The Future Belongs to AI-Powered Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs must master Artificial Intelligence and its real-world applications to drive innovation, job creation, and inclusive development. AI isn’t just the future—it’s the now, and West Africa is ready to lead.
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