UNDP Timbuktoo EdTech Hub Pan-African Incubation Programme 2026

About

A structured incubation program designed for African startups focusing on education technology, providing mentorship, networking opportunities, and investment readiness support to help transform education systems across the continent.

Benefits

• 📚Structured Incubation Program
  Delivered by leading African incubators
• 🧑‍🏫 Access to Mentorship
  Access to experienced mentors, entrepreneurs, and sector experts
• 🌍Network Participation
  Participation in a pan-African network of founders, incubators, and ecosystem partners
• 💻Digital Platform Access
  Access to the SIGMA digital platform
• 💡Investment Readiness Support
  Support to prepare for investment opportunities
• 🚀Acceleration Opportunities
  Access to acceleration programmes and early-stage investment opportunities.

Eligibility Criteria

• Startups must be based in Africa
• Must have a testable prototype
• Must address an education challenge related to access, inclusion, quality, employability, or pedagogy
• Must commit 6 to 8 hours per week over a three-month period
• Encouraged applications from women-led startups, those based in rural areas, or integrating local languages or accessibility solutions.

Participation Commitments

• Commitment of 6 to 8 hours per week for three months
• Participation in all scheduled programme activities
• Engagement with mentors and other participants
• Submission of progress reports as required.

Target Sector

Education Technology (EdTech)

Target Location

Africa