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Apply Now: The 2026 AfCFTA Startup Acceleration Program Is Open

Elijah Tobs
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May 25, 2026 • 3:38 PM
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Apply Now: The 2026 AfCFTA Startup Acceleration Program Is Open
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The AfCFTA Secretariat, in collaboration with the Republic of Korea and the Korea-Africa Foundation, has launched the 2026 Startup Acceleration and Partnership Programme. This initiative aims to support 30 high-potential African startups in sectors like fintech, logistics, and manufacturing, providing them with mentorship, market exposure, and investment networking in South Korea.
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