Open Startup International (OST) Program is a pan-African pre-seed accelerator, jointly crafted with Columbia Engineering and Columbia Business School, dedicated to empowering early-stage startups and promising individuals from Tunisia, Morocco, and Senegal.
Spanning 18 weeks, this hybrid program is designed to guide startups from a POC to MVP stage, providing a comprehensive suite of resources.
Join the OST Program to innovate and grow within a dynamic Pan-African ecosystem!

💡Program targets
The OST Program is open to talented individuals and early-stage startups from Tunisia, Senegal and Morocco.
🎁Program benefits
🎓 Customized training and mentoring from global experts.
🌍 Access to an extensive international network.
💪Talent Sourcing.
💸 Zero-equity Cash Prize: Winning startups have the opportunity to access a pool of 50k US Dollars.
🎯Support from Columbia Business School MBA Students.
✈️ Immersive international exposure through tailored trips for finalists (Tunisia, Morocco & the United States).
And a Plethora of other valuable offerings.
🌐Application
Before applying, please take the time to carefully read the detailed terms and conditions of participation in the Program, as well as all the eligibility criteria, available HERE.
➡️ Apply HERE
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