Fellowship Program 2026 for Ghanaian edTech startups
($60,000 equity-free funding) Deadline: 30 January, 2026
Applications are now open for the 2026 MEST
Africa-Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship Program. The Mastercard
Foundation EdTech Fellowship is an entrepreneurship acceleration program
designed to support promising African EdTech ventures. The Fellowship provides
select EdTech companies with critical business and financial support, as well
as insight into the science of learning, preparing them for scale,
sustainability, and impact.
By fostering collaboration, innovation, and
entrepreneurship, this accelerator is dedicated to catalyzing positive change
in education by equipping the next generation of learners with the tools and
opportunities they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.
Requirements
- To be
eligible for the program, startups, SMEs, and NGOs can apply if they meet
the following criteria.
- Your
business must be registered in Ghana and have been in operation for at
least 3 years.
- Additionally,
you should offer a tech or tech-enabled solution aimed at enhancing
educational outcomes across K-12, tertiary education, and vocational
skills training by addressing key challenges.
- Your
business should be at the growth stage and have achieved product-market
fit with active users or customers.
- Startups
with diverse and experienced teams are encouraged to apply.
Inclusive solutions that target underserved communities
are especially encouraged to apply.
Benefits
Mentorship Network
Specialized support from sector experts aligned with the
unique challenges and opportunities of your startup
Accelerated Growth & Impact
Benefit from a structured curriculum designed to accelerate
the growth and development of EdTech start-ups, and impact more lives
Market Access
Valuable opportunities to showcase your solutions to key
stakeholders, expanding your reach and impact in the education sector
Funding Opportunities
Receive $60,000 equity-free funding and access other funding
opportunities to fuel the growth and sustainability of your business
Application Procedure:
- Stage
I: Fill out and submit the application form online before the
deadline
- Stage
II: Shortlisted companies will be invited for a virtual pitch
and interview
- Stage
III: Final selection of startups onboarded into the program
Application Deadline: January 30th, 2026.
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