Application Deadline: 29th August 2021
The accelerator program focuses on Blue economy startups from Africa tackling the greatest opportunities and challenges in the sector. The program is designed to support women and youth-owned, ocean-based enterprises to sustain business growth through facilitating access to financing, business support, and technology adoption. Pangea see a need for ecosystem building in Africa and hope to play a role in driving the Blue economy sector forward.
- This program opens a door of opportunities for your startup, from Networking to practical lessons on how to run your business, you will be able to build relationships and tap into a sea of knowledge that will last your more than three months!
- Ensure you click the application button below and be part of change agents reshaping the way the Blue Economy is done in Africa!
Requirements
Pangea is looking for startups in:
- Aquaculture
- Cold chain logistics
- Climate action
- Maritime and shipping
- Tourism
- Digital solutions
- Security and Data
The 3 month program focus on supporting the startups in these areas:
BUSINESS 2 BUSINESS SALES OPPORTUNITIES
The program will support entrepreneurs access market linkages through B2B opportunities with leading businesses in the sector.
ADAPTIVE LEARNING
Entrepreneurs will undergo an intensive period of business evaluation and diagnosis. The curriculum is then tailored to meet the unique needs of each company.
ACCESS TO SEED CAPITAL
The program will groom participants to have the necessary tools and skills to secure investment from a pre-selected pool of investors. The program focus on two categories of investors focusing on early stage funding of up to $100,000 USD or seed funding which ranges up to $500,000 USD
PERSONALIZED COACHING
Experienced coaches will facilitate scheduled or need-based mentorship to provide personalized attention in addressing each company’s needs. Coaches also support tailoring growth strategies and pathways
Application Procedure
The program will run for three months while the application window will close on 29th August 2021.
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Pangea Blue Economy Accelerator Program 2021
