Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 AI Hub Compute Accelerator Program. In partnership with leading AI ecosystem actors across Africa, Italy, and the G7, the AI Hub for Sustainable Development is proud to launch the Compute Accelerator Programme — a first-of-its-kind initiative designed to give African ventures the compute power, mentorship, and global networks they need to thrive.
WORTH
Joining the Compute Accelerator Programme gives you:
- Compute Access & Technical Tools: Cloud credits and advanced GPU access to power your AI models. Applied technical mentorship to optimize your solutions.
- Global Exposure & Partnerships: Connections with leading experts, research institutions, and industry actors across Africa, Italy, the EU, and G7 networks. Opportunities to build collaborations with international partners and investors.
- Capacity Building & Talent Support: Expert mentorship and coaching tailored to your innovation journey. Technical guidance to move from concept to scalable solutions.
- Credibility & Visibility: Be part of a recognized UNDP-implemented programme that validates your work at both national and global levels. Showcase your venture on an international stage as part of the AI Hub for Sustainable Development community.
ELIGIBILITY
The programme is open to:
- AI entrepreneurs, startups, research-led ventures, and innovators based in 14 priority African countries.
- Teams tackling high-impact domains such as health, climate, agriculture, education, governance, finance, and more.
- Ventures that need access to GPU computing power, cloud credits, or technical mentorship to accelerate their innovation.
- Innovators committed to scaling solutions that directly benefit sustainable development in Africa.
DEADLINE: September 01, 2025
To apply and more information, Visit here