MAY FUNDING ROUNDUP: Over $1M for Founders Creating Change

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May is packed with funding, fellowships, and accelerator opportunities designed to elevate diverse, mission-driven entrepreneurs. This month’s spotlight includes:

Google for Startups – Accelerator Africa 2025

For Seed to Series A tech startups across Africa using AI to solve impactful challenges 💡 Benefits: 3-month hybrid program, Google mentorship, $350,000 in Google Cloud credits, technical and business support 🗓 Deadline to apply: May 9, 2025 🔗 Apply Here

Open Startup – OST Program 2025

For: Early-stage African entrepreneurs and teams seeking international exposure 💡 Benefits: 5-month pre-acceleration, $20,000 funding, cross-border mentorship, global access 🗓 Deadline to apply: May 11, 2025 🔗 Apply Here 

Jack Ma Kungu Foundation – Africa's Business Heroes 2025

For African entrepreneurs from any sector, any stage 💡 Benefits: Share of $1.5M grant, no equity taken, global mentorship, exposure across Africa 🗓 Deadline to apply: May 23, 2025 🔗 Apply Here

Gener8tor: Cox Cleantech Accelerator — $100k (Deadline: May 11)

Funding: $100,000 | Deadline: May 11, 2025 : A 12-week accelerator supporting sustainable solutions with real market potential. More on Application Here

Education Pioneers Fellowship — $58k (Deadline: May 27)

Funding: $58,000 | Deadline: May 27, 2025 : An intensive leadership experience for professionals passionate about transforming education. Apply Here

Techstars Different Cities

Applications Are Now Open . Now with $220,000 and improved terms. Find program Here

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