wAtt-boost Youth Powered Start-Up in Africa 2026

About

An accelerator program designed for young entrepreneurs in Africa's renewable energy sector, offering training, funding opportunities, and access to a network of mentors and industry experts. Participants will engage in a comprehensive capacity-building journey while competing for financial awards to support their innovative solutions.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Awards
  Participants will have the possibility to compete for two awards of €10,000 each
• 🎓Training and Capacity Building
  Selected participants will join a tailored training and capacity-building journey
• 🌐Networking Opportunities
  Access to technical and business sessions, mentoring and coaching, networking opportunities, and visibility

Eligibility Criteria

• Entrepreneurs must be between 18 and 35 years old
• The solution should address the African market
• Ownership: either the entrepreneur must possess African citizenship or the startup must be registered in Africa
• The startup must be registered for at least 1 year and operate in the renewable energy and electrification realm
• The entrepreneur must have proficiency in English, demonstrated by either being a native speaker, holding a CAE (Certificate in Advanced English), or having a degree completely taught in English

Participation Commitments

• A maximum of two members from the selected startup’s team may participate in the training
• All activities and services will be conducted in English
• Applicants must complete the Online Standard Application form

Target Sector

Renewable Energy

Target Location

Africa