The Top 9 Accelerators in Cape Town

Empowering Innovation: Unveiling Canada's Top 25 Startup Accelerators

Cape Town
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Overview

Cape Town has a vibrant and growing startup ecosystem, fueled by a supportive community, access to funding, and a favorable business environment. The city is home to a diverse range of startups across various industries, creating a collaborative and innovative atmosphere.In recent years, Cape Town has seen the emergence of several accelerators that are playing a crucial role in nurturing and supporting early-stage startups. These accelerators provide mentorship, networking opportunities, and access to resources, helping founders refine their business models and accelerate their growth.

The Top 9 Accelerators in Cape Town

1.

Akro

An accelerator for startups in the cleantech industry, offering funding, mentorship, and access to a network of investors.

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Cape Town
South Africa

ABOUT

βœ…
Application
Open
πŸ’΅
Investments
πŸš€
Unknown
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
2016

HOW IT WORKS

πŸ“…
6 months
🏝️
In-Person
🀝
5-10% equity
πŸ“ˆ
Early Stage Venture, Seed

⬆️ Β Verticals

Consulting
Events
Social Entrepreneurship
Venture Capital
1.

Entrepreneur and Management Solutions

A startup accelerator that provides resources and mentorship to help startups grow and succeed.

πŸ“
Cape Town
South Africa

ABOUT

βœ…
Application
Open
πŸ’΅
Investments
πŸš€
Unknown
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
2010

HOW IT WORKS

πŸ“…
Unknown
🏝️
In-Person
🀝
Equity Unknown
πŸ“ˆ
Early Stage

⬆️ Β Verticals

Communities
1.

Grindstone

Grindstone is a B2B sales and marketing firm that helps companies generate leads and increase revenue through targeted outreach and strategic consulting.

πŸ“
Cape Town
South Africa

ABOUT

βœ…
Application
Open
πŸ’΅
Investments
πŸš€
Unknown
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
2013

HOW IT WORKS

πŸ“…
Unknown
🏝️
Hybrid
🀝
Equity Unknown
πŸ“ˆ
Seed

⬆️ Β Verticals

Consumer Goods
Energy
GreenTech
Media
Entertainment
1.

Idea Camp

Idea Camp is a collaborative event that brings together diverse individuals to share ideas, brainstorm solutions, and ignite creative thinking.

πŸ“
Cape Town
South Africa

ABOUT

βœ…
Application
Open
πŸ’΅
Investments
πŸš€
Unknown
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
2016

HOW IT WORKS

πŸ“…
Unknown
🏝️
Hybrid
🀝
Equity Unknown
πŸ“ˆ
Seed

⬆️ Β Verticals

Consumer Goods
Energy
GreenTech
Media
Entertainment
1.

Injini

Injini is an educational technology company that develops and provides learning apps and software for children with special needs.

πŸ“
Cape Town
South Africa

ABOUT

βœ…
Application
Open
πŸ’΅
Investments
πŸš€
1
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
2017

HOW IT WORKS

πŸ“…
3 to 4 months
🏝️
In-Person
🀝
Equity Unknown
πŸ“ˆ
Seed

⬆️ Β Verticals

Advice
Business Development
Consulting
Financial Services
1.

Savant Technology Incubator

Savant Technology Incubator is a company that provides support and resources for startups to develop and grow their businesses.

πŸ“
Cape Town
South Africa

ABOUT

βœ…
Application
Open
πŸ’΅
Investments
πŸš€
Unknown
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
2015

HOW IT WORKS

πŸ“…
Unknown
🏝️
In-Person
🀝
Equity Unknown
πŸ“ˆ
Seed

⬆️ Β Verticals

Software
Consumer Goods
Energy
GreenTech
Media
1.

Startupbootcamp - Afritech

A Global Family Of Industry-Focused Startup Accelerators

πŸ“
Cape Town
South Africa

ABOUT

βœ…
Application
Open
πŸ’΅
Investments
πŸš€
29
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
2010

HOW IT WORKS

πŸ“…
13 weeks
🏝️
Hybrid
🀝
Equity Unknown
πŸ“ˆ
Early Stage

⬆️ Β Verticals

Alternative Finance
Analytics
Authentication
Identity Management
Big Data
1.

Startupbootcamp Cape Town

Startupbootcamp Cape Town is an accelerator program that supports and invests in early-stage startups in Africa.

πŸ“
Cape Town
South Africa

ABOUT

βœ…
Application
Open
πŸ’΅
Investments
πŸš€
Unknown
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
2017

HOW IT WORKS

πŸ“…
3 months
🏝️
In-Person
🀝
7% equity stake
πŸ“ˆ
Seed

⬆️ Β Verticals

Blockchain
Cryptocurrency
Financial Services
FinTech
Information Technology
1.

Techqala

Techqala is a technology company that provides software solutions and consulting services to businesses.

πŸ“
Cape Town
South Africa

ABOUT

βœ…
Application
Open
πŸ’΅
Investments
πŸš€
Unknown
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
2018

HOW IT WORKS

πŸ“…
3-6 months
🏝️
Hybrid
🀝
10% equity
πŸ“ˆ
Early Stage

⬆️ Β Verticals

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