The programme underscores Afreximbank’s growing role as a catalyst for Africa’s trade and innovation ecosystem, providing a structured platform to identify and scale high-impact ventures
CAIRO, Egypt, March 26, 2026 — African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has launched the inaugural cohort of its Afreximbank Accelerator Programme, bringing together eight high-potential startups from across Africa and the diaspora for a kick-off week held in Cairo from March 23–27, 2026.
Selected from over 1,600 applications, the cohort includes startups operating in sectors such as cross-border payments, digital logistics, agri-export platforms, AI-powered enterprise solutions, supply chain finance, and diaspora investment mobilisation.
The programme offers participating startups access to investments of up to US$250,000, along with mentorship, market access, and strategic partnerships to accelerate their expansion across African markets.
The Cairo kick-off week features engagements with Afreximbank leadership, industry experts, and ecosystem partners, culminating in networking events designed to connect innovation with Africa’s broader trade ambitions.
Through the initiative, Afreximbank aims to strengthen digital infrastructure for intra-African trade, supporting the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and enabling startups to scale across borders.
By combining financing, regulatory support, and integration with platforms such as the Africa Trade Gateway (ATG) and Pan-African Payments and Settlement System (PAPSS), the programme positions Afreximbank as a key enabler of continent-wide trade and economic transformation.
