The Women in Tech Nigeria Accelerator 2025 is a transformative initiative designed to empower women entrepreneurs leading technology-driven startups across Nigeria. Organized through a partnership between the Standard Chartered Foundation, the Enterprise Development Centre (EDC) of the Pan-Atlantic University, and Village Capital, this program seeks to bridge the gender gap in tech entrepreneurship by providing capacity-building workshops, investment-readiness training, mentorship, networking opportunities, and access to catalytic funding.
This accelerator program aims to promote female-led innovation and equip startups with the resources necessary to grow, scale, and contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s economy. Over the course of the program, selected entrepreneurs will benefit from personalized growth plans, intensive coaching sessions, practical business lessons, and direct exposure to investors and industry leaders.
The 2025 edition is poised to be even bigger and more impactful, continuing the tradition of strengthening women’s participation in Nigeria’s thriving tech ecosystem. Whether you’re leading a fintech company, building a healthtech solution, innovating in agri-tech, or scaling a SaaS platform, this program offers a unique opportunity to refine your venture, secure funding, and join an elite network of changemakers.
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Requirements/Eligibility
To be eligible for the Women in Tech Nigeria Accelerator 2025, applicants must meet the following criteria:
– Gender: The startup must be led by at least one woman founder or co-founder who has an active leadership role.
– Stage: Startups should be in the early to growth stages with an existing product or service in the market (not just an idea stage).
– Technology-Enabled: Your business must leverage technology as a key driver of impact and/or business scalability.
– Geographical Focus: Startups must be operating in Nigeria or targeting the Nigerian market.
– Commitment: Founders must be available to participate fully in the accelerator program activities including workshops, mentorship sessions, and Demo Day events.
– Language: Proficiency in English is required, as all sessions and materials will be conducted in English.
Ideal candidates are ambitious women entrepreneurs passionate about scaling their tech startups to solve real-world problems, create jobs, and generate meaningful impact.
Duration/Stipend
Program Duration:
– Kickoff Date: June 12, 2025
– Acceleration Bootcamp: June 16 – August 15, 2025
– Mentorship & Coaching: July 16 – August 15, 2025
– Demo Day & Graduation: August 28, 2025
– Roadshow: September 8–19, 2025
The program will run intensively over three months, combining virtual and physical engagements where participants will be exposed to world-class mentorship, investor engagement, peer learning, and practical business scaling strategies.
Stipend and Funding:
While the program itself is free of charge, selected startups will have the opportunity to secure catalytic funding in the form of grants and possible post-program investment support. Additionally, all participants will benefit from non-monetary perks such as expert advisory services, media exposure, and networking with key ecosystem players.
Funding opportunities will be awarded based on performance, participation, and the strength of the business model during the Demo Day presentations.
Location
The Women in Tech Nigeria Accelerator 2025 will be delivered through a hybrid model:
– Virtual Learning and Mentorship Sessions: Online (Zoom, Learning Portals)
– In-Person Bootcamp and Demo Day: Lagos, Nigeria (Enterprise Development Centre – Pan-Atlantic University campus)
Participants are expected to be physically available for certain crucial events like the Acceleration Bootcamp, Demo Day, and Roadshow activities, subject to travel feasibility and safety protocols.
Deadline
May 30, 2025
Applicants are highly encouraged to complete and submit their applications as early as possible to allow adequate time for review, interviews, and selection.
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