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TECHSTARS WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT ACCELERATOR

Application Deadline: November 20, 2024

LOCATION: Multiple Regions

Techstars is an investment and innovation group that connects entrepreneurs, investors, corporations, and city governments to solve challenges across industries and geographies. 

ELIGIBILITY:

They fund all types of startups, working in most verticals, using any type of business model. Do keep in mind, however, that their focus is on startups rather than small businesses.

This article explains how to prepare for the application and interview process — and how to connect with us now. You might also be interested in:

How To Choose The Right Accelerator For Your Company 

What Are We Looking For? 

The Application & Interview Process

What To Expect From the Three Months

Accelerator FAQ

BENEFIT:

Access to Techstars resources for life;

Each company receives up to $120,000 in funding, and access to the worldwide network of investors, hands-on mentorship, and over $4M of perks.

Acceleration in a 90-day Techstars mentorship-driven accelerator program with personal mentorship and office space;

Lifetime access to the Techstars worldwide network of entrepreneurs, including more than 10,000 mentors, 10,000 investors, 4,000 alumni companies, and over 300 staff members;

Access to more than 300 perks, valued at over $4 million in savings, provided by select partners and Techstars portfolio companies;

Demo Day exposure and other investor connections.

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SHAKIRA CHOONARA YOUNG AFRICAN SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

Application Deadline: September 30, 2024.

LOCATION: Multiple Regions

The Shakira Choonara Young African Scholarship Award is awarded each year to a deserving final year student at either the undergraduate or postgraduate level (Honors, Masters, PhD). The student must be pursuing a university degree and have a track record of academic excellence (70% or more in the current and previous years of study). Studies in the broader development field will be supported, desirable fields include health sciences and gender studies.

ELIGIBILITY:

Youth between the ages of 21-35 years-old

The applicant must be a citizen of any of the 54 African states

The applicant must be in the final year of studies (undergraduate or postgraduate) at an African university

Demonstrate financial need i.e. require the scholarship to settle final year tuition fees in order to complete their academic degree

A proven track record of academic excellence

They strongly encourage young women and youth from marginalized populations to apply. Only online applications will be accepted, incomplete applications will not be considered. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

BENEFIT:

The scholarship supports final year tuition fees for a disadvantaged student.

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