Six South African startups have been selected to participate in the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa: Black Founders programme. These startups will gain access to ZAR1 million (US$50,000) in non-dilutive funding and up to ZAR3.6 million (US$200,000) in Google Cloud credits.
Google recently announced the eighth cohort of its Google for Startups Accelerator Africa programme, which also supports African startups through its Black Founders Fund. Applications for the programme opened in October, and the selected participants were confirmed at the Africa Tech Festival held in Cape Town last week.
In addition to the ZAR1 million (US$50,000) in grant funding and the Google Cloud credits, the chosen startups will receive one-on-one training and networking opportunities with mentors.
The selected startups include:
- Aveade: A digital marketplace that connects buyers and sellers, focusing on ease of access and offering a wide range of products.
- Breaze Delivery: A real-time delivery service that links businesses with a fleet of drivers to ensure quick and efficient deliveries.
- Mapha Logistics: A company that empowers township, peri-urban, and rural merchants with innovative digital tools to streamline their business operations.
- Swagshack: An online street fashion order and delivery service that acts as an intermediary between emerging fashion brands and customers.
- Vuleka: An e-commerce and fintech platform that connects informal township businesses to customers through both online and offline channels.
- Wisi-Oi: A video-based resell fashion platform that is revolutionizing the way people buy and sell pre-loved fashion.
These startups will benefit from the comprehensive support provided by the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa: Black Founders programme, which aims to foster innovation and growth within the African tech ecosystem.
