Grow is a 12-month investment readiness program designed for advanced startups in Africa. Developed in collaboration with AfricaGrow, BPI France, Go Ventures, and Africinvest Group, GROW aims to support African startups that fundraised up to 350K USD and are aiming to reach their first 1M USD and expand their businesses in new markets.
About Open Startup (OST)
Established in 2016 in Tunisia, OST's roots trace back to a transformative idea that sparked at Columbia Engineering and Columbia Business School in New York. What began as a national startup competition in Tunisia, geared towards empowering students and igniting their entrepreneurial spirit, has now blossomed into a comprehensive platform for regional entrepreneurs and innovators.
Now, Open Startup (OST), a dynamic non-governmental organization, has evolved into a regional powerhouse, fostering innovation, education, and cross-cultural exchange across the Middle East and Africa (MEA). ... continue reading
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OST Investment Readiness Program
Aim and Benefits of OST Investment Readiness Program
- Business Assessment: Curated workshops & personalized content with a focus on fundraising.
- Hands-on support: Including 1:1 meetings, world-class coaching (Technology, peer, industry...), progress check-ins.
- Talent Fellowship: Benefit from a fellowship that provides financial assistance to hire talent.
- Community: Join a diversified & vibrant startup community.
- Technical Assistance: Access expert guidance to optimize your IT systems, intellectual property, code quality, and data security.
- Investor Access: Connect with a wide network of individual and institutional investors from the MEA region, pitch your startup, and secure potential investment opportunities.
- Regional Exposure: Benefit from financial support to participate in international ecosystem events and expand your presence in new markets.
Requirements for OST Investment Readiness Program Qualification
- Startups who raised 250k and looking to raise up to $1M, or they have significant sales/traction (about $500k ARR in revenues)
- Startups impacting Africa: Operating in Africa. Creating jobs in Africa
- 2-4 co founders: At least one African cofounder
Application Deadline
August 31, 2024How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
Open Startup (OST) on www.f6s.com to apply
For more details,visit OST website
