Apply now for the 2025 Sustainable Innovation Seed Accelerator Program. The Sustainable Innovation Seed Accelerator is an 8-week initiative aimed at seed-stage startups that are developing solutions throughout Africa. Located in Nairobi, this program is a component of UNDP’s timbuktoo initiative and is tailored for founders who are creating technology-driven solutions in sectors such as agriculture, mobility, the built environment, and energy. The program seeks ambitious, sustainability-focused companies that are prepared to expand their vision and instigate change.

As part of UNDP’s timbuktoo initiative, this 8-week program will be hosted at the GreenTech Hub in Nairobi, comprising 4 weeks of in-person engagement and 4 weeks of hybrid participation. The program assists startups in refining their commercial strategies, enhancing their technical foundations, and connecting with a nurturing ecosystem. Through a combination of mentorship, peer learning, and practical programming, the objective is straightforward: to aid founders in transforming their concepts into scalable, sustainability-oriented enterprises. If you are a founder…

– Operating at the seed stage in Africa for the African market
– Have launched or recently introduced your product(s) and are poised for growth
– Are engaged in tech or tech-enabled business models
– Are motivated by a mission to generate sustainable impact
– Are prepared to participate in person in Nairobi for 4 weeks out of the total 8 weeks

Benefits – Sustainable Innovation Seed Accelerator Program

• Sector-Specific Mentorship – Receive customized support from experts in sustainability and growth who have successfully scaled startups in emerging markets.
• Local and Global Networking – You will establish valuable connections with local ecosystem partners, including government entities, corporate organizations, and venture capitalists, to facilitate the growth of your product and customer base.
• Global South Community – Become part of a supportive network of founders who share your commitment to impactful development. From retreats to weekly meetings, the program encourages connection, collaboration, and peer learning.

Program Details – Sustainable Innovation Seed Accelerator Program

• Application Process – The priority application deadline is August 29, while the final deadline for submissions is September 15. The team will review all applications and provide a decision before the program launches in October.
• WEEKS 1-2 – Founders’ Retreat + Foundations of Growth: This foundational programming will address growth marketing strategies, the development of ideal customer profiles, the creation of an impactful one-liner, and additional relevant topics.
• Weeks 3-4 – Growth and Scaling: During this period, founders will focus on scaling their businesses, refining their technological solutions, and participating in weekly one-on-one mentoring sessions.
• Weeks 5-7 – Acceleration Deep Dive: These hybrid weeks will emphasize both in-person events and virtual mentoring, aimed at assisting startups in accelerating their sales and experimental processes.
• Week 8 – Showcase Preparation and Event: At the conclusion of the program, startups will have the chance to present their innovations at a final event, demonstrating the outcomes of their learning and growth throughout the program.

Application – Sustainable Innovation Seed Accelerator Program

• For details visit the Official Webpage of the Sustainable Innovation Seed Accelerator Program.
• Deadline: September 19, 2025.