Link To Apply For The African Union Commission Start-Up Programme at IATF 2025

Are you a young African entrepreneur building a solution that addresses real needs in your community or across the continent?

Is your start-up focused on health, agriculture, education, or digital inclusion? Are you ready to present your working prototype to investors, policymakers, and business leaders from across Africa and beyond?

The main objective of hosting this dedicated pavilion is to support the growth of start-ups and innovative MSMEs for promoting value addition and industrialization and job creation on the continent.

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Benefits of African Union Programme

What Do Selected Start-Ups Receive?

A booth at the AU Youth Start-Up Pavilion during the Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 in Algiers
Certified business development masterclasses led by industry professionals and experienced entrepreneurs
Pitch sessions with African and international investors
Access to AU leaders, trade experts, and policy decision-makers during the IATF
One-on-one mentoring with business coaches and ecosystem partners
Travel and accommodation covered for the duration of the programme
Exposure to over 35,000 trade fair participants, media, buyers, and funders
Invitation to join the AU Start-Up alumni network, with ongoing support beyond the fair.

Application Deadline: May 30, 2025