The Luxembourg House of Financial Technology (LHoFT) is excited to announce the 7th edition of CATAPULT Inclusion Africa, a unique bootcamp dedicated to African fintech startups. Scheduled from November 11th to 15th, 2024, this five-day program will take place in person in Luxembourg. Since its launch in 2018, the program has supported innovative startups in Africa, helping them grow and connect with the European market. CATAPULT Inclusion Africa 2024 continues this tradition by offering a platform for growth and visibility to fintech companies focused on financial inclusion.
Application Deadline
Applications for CATAPULT Inclusion Africa 2024 must be submitted by August 25th, 2024. Interested fintech startups should ensure their applications are complete and submitted on time to be considered. This deadline is crucial for any startup looking to participate in this funding and acceleration opportunity.
Who Can Apply for CATAPULT Inclusion Africa 2024
CATAPULT Inclusion Africa 2024 is open to fintech startups in the pre-seed and seed stages, primarily based in Africa. However, companies located outside of Africa but targeting the African market, especially those from the EU, are also eligible. The program is designed for startups developing innovative fintech solutions, including digital banking, payments, money transfers, financial management, and more.
Objective: Promoting Financial Inclusion in Africa
The primary goal of CATAPULT Inclusion Africa 2024 is to promote and accelerate financial inclusion in Africa. By providing comprehensive training and networking opportunities, the program helps startups refine their strategies, improve their business models, and prepare for international growth. The bootcamp also aims to strengthen fintech initiatives in Africa and align them with the sustainability goals of Luxembourg’s financial center.
Benefits of CATAPULT Inclusion Africa 2024
Participating in CATAPULT Inclusion Africa 2024 offers several significant benefits:
- Intensive Training: Startups benefit from practical sessions on various topics such as business model mapping, scaling strategies, product-market fit, and more.
- Networking Opportunities: Participants will have the chance to meet investors, industry experts, and other founders, facilitating partnerships and funding opportunities.
- Increased Visibility: Integration into the European Microfinance Week offers substantial visibility for participating fintechs.
- Cost Coverage: Travel and accommodation costs for one representative per startup are covered.
- Pitch to Experts: Startups will have the opportunity to pitch their projects to an expert audience, paving the way for funding and collaboration opportunities.
Participation Requirements and Conditions
To participate, startups must:
- Be preferably based in Africa, though those targeting the African market from other regions may also apply.
- Be in the pre-seed or seed stage with a scalable business model.
- Attend the bootcamp in person in Luxembourg from November 11th to 15th, 2024.
Key Dates to Remember for
- Application Deadline: August 25th, 2024
- Bootcamp Dates: November 11th to 15th, 2024
Apply Now: Submit Your Application
To participate in CATAPULT Inclusion Africa 2024, please submit your application via the following link: clic here
Make sure to complete all necessary steps before the deadline to be eligible.
About the Luxembourg House of Financial Technology
The Luxembourg House of Financial Technology (LHoFT) is an innovation hub dedicated to supporting fintechs and financial inclusion. In collaboration with the Directorate for Cooperation and Humanitarian Affairs, LHoFT has been organizing CATAPULT Inclusion Africa since 2018, providing a unique platform for African startups to connect with European experts and investors.
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