AU-STARTUPS FOUNDERS' NETWORK

The founders network dedicated to helping founders succeed

Access to a community of like-minded founders, mentors, investors, and potential partners to help you navigate the challenges of building a startup. 
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HELPING FOUNDERS SUCCEED

Fueling Innovation and Growth for African Startups

Community of ambitious founders building the next big thing for Africa.

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Access to a vast network of experienced mentors and industry experts

The AU-Startups Founders Network provides comprehensive mentoring programs throughout the lifecycle of startups. Our personalized programs are equity-free and tailored to your level of experience. Membership to our network is exclusively by invitation, allowing us to offer a highly curated community of founders.

Accelerate your startup's growth with exclusive resources and opportunities

By joining the AU-Startups Founders Network, you'll gain access to a range of exclusive resources and opportunities to help you grow your startup. From funding opportunities to networking events, we provide our members with the tools they need to succeed.

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Pitch your startup and get connected with the right investors

Each quarter, AU-Startups brings together a group of compelling investable African startups to highlight innovative solutions and drive investment.

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AU-Startups Demo Day connects startups with active investors

Startups can apply to pitch at any time and can also be nominated by local partners within the AU-Startups partner network. 

Pitch and connect with AU-Startups network of investors

AU-Startups teams review the startups and select them based on the strength of the team, execution, traction, and growth potential.

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AU-Startups Demo Day

Criteria for participating startups

Founding Team

African-led startup solving real market problems for the African community across the world.

Stage

Must not have raised more than $250K and in the pre-seed/seed stage with a prototype or product

Fundraising

Must be seeking to actively raise $250K - $2M within 6 months of the event.

Traction

Must have demonstrated traction e.g funding raised, revenue, customer growth, etc.

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Apply to pitch your startup

Apply to pitch your startup to the AU-Startups Investor Network.