Sahara Accelerator is a venture-backed, corporate-sponsored program dedicated to fast-tracking the growth of Africa's most promising businesses at their Minimum Viable Product or post-revenue startups
About Us
We are focused on building a resilient ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship by empowering high-potential businesses with strong teams, validated models, and proven market traction.
To accelerate the growth of Africa's most promising ventures, providing them with the tools, mentorship, and investment opportunities they need to succeed and create a significant impact in their industries.
To empower startups and SMEs across Africa by offering investor readiness, strategic mentorship, and access to networks that facilitate exponential growth without taking equity, while fostering an ecosystem of innovation and sustainability.
Our Approach
Understanding the dynamic needs of modern businesses, our program is designed to be flexible and accessible, offering virtual support that adapts to the specific needs of each startup or SME.
Our pool of seasoned mentors offers expert advice across various industries, guiding entrepreneurs through their challenges and helping them capitalize on growth opportunities.
We help businesses prepare for investment by refining their business models, providing insights into investor expectations, and facilitating introductions to potential investors.
Unlike traditional accelerators, we believe in the growth potential of African businesses without taking ownership or equity, ensuring that founders retain control of their ventures.
We connect businesses to investors and partners through virtual and physical deal rooms, marketplaces, and high-profile events such as Sahara Sparks, where startups can showcase their innovations.
We provide A comprehensive entrepreneurship training program that empowers innovators at every stage of their journey, from idea generation to scaling a business.
Our Solution
Founder School equips aspiring entrepreneurs with practical skills in business development, product prototyping, and market strategy through hands-on learning and expert mentorship. It helps founders turn innovative ideas into scalable businesses.
Founder School empowers aspiring entrepreneurs by providing comprehensive training in essential business skills, from ideation to scaling. Through hands-on workshops, mentorship, and real-world application, participants gain expertise in business development, product design, prototyping, and market strategy.
At Founder School we offer a unique, practical approach to entrepreneurship, combining multi-competence training with support from industry experts. The program equips founders with the tools to succeed in competitive markets, helping turn innovative ideas into scalable businesses with lasting impact.
Our Solution
We are a Venture Studio and Product Lab dedicated to turning bold visions into reality. This is where ideas become businesses.
We identify, incubate, and accelerate startups from the ground up. By providing strategic guidance, operational support, and access to funding, we co-create new ventures with entrepreneurs and innovators.
We specialize in designing, building, and launching innovative products. From concept to market-ready solutions, our expert team ensures that each product is crafted to meet real-world needs, blending creativity with cutting-edge technology.
We assist businesses and product solutions from outside Tanzania in entering the Tanzanian market seamlessly. Our team handles everything from market entry strategy and regulatory compliance to local partnerships and operational setup. Whether you're looking to expand your business or launch a product in Tanzania, we ensure a smooth transition into the local market, providing expertise on cultural and business dynamics to set you up for success.
Our unique approach combines entrepreneurial energy with technical expertise, helping founders scale faster and smarter. Whether you're a startup founder or an innovator looking to bring your idea to life, we partner with you to drive growth and success.
Our Solution
The Sahara Accelerator Marketplace is a platform that connects startups with investors, industry experts, and strategic partners. It facilitates investment deals, provides mentorship, and opens up market opportunities through biannual events.
Forge strong relationships with investors and strategic partners.
Organize biannual marketplace events to connect startups with investors, experts, and partners.
Provide a platform for startups to showcase their products and secure investment deals.
Facilitate opportunities for funding, mentorship, and market expansion.
We offer a unique marketplace connecting startups with key industry players. Our marketplace events give startups unparalleled opportunities for visibility, funding, and partnerships, ensuring they gain the resources needed for growth and success.
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Our Partners
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Partnerships For
Growth
Our Impacts
Our Proven Track Record
Startups accelerated
Jobs created
Partnerships formed
Beneficiaries empowered
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