African Union Commission Start-Up Programme at IATF 2025

Are you a young African entrepreneur building a solution that addresses real needs in your community or across the continent? Is your start-up focused on health, agriculture, education, or digital inclusion? Are you ready to present your working prototype to investors, policymakers, and business leaders from across Africa and beyond?

The main objective of hosting this dedicated pavilion is to support the growth of start-ups and innovative MSMEs for promoting value addition and industrialization and job creation on the continent. 

• Table of Content
• About African Union
• AU Programme
• Aim and Benefits of AU Programme
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About African Union

The African Union (AU) is a continental body consisting of the 55 member states that make up the countries of the African Continent. It was officially launched in 2002 as a successor to the Organisation of African Unity (OAU, 1963-1999). The main objectives of the OAU were to rid the continent of the remaining vestiges of colonisation and apartheid; to promote unity and solidarity amongst African States; to coordinate and intensify cooperation for development; to safeguard the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Member States and to promote international cooperation... read more... continue reading

AU Programme

Application Deadline	30 May 2025
Country to study	Algeria
Type	Entrepreneurs
Sponsor	African Union
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of AU Programme

What Do Selected Start-Ups Receive?

• A booth at the AU Youth Start-Up Pavilion during the Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 in Algiers
• Certified business development masterclasses led by industry professionals and experienced entrepreneurs
• Pitch sessions with African and international investors
• Access to AU leaders, trade experts, and policy decision-makers during the IATF
• One-on-one mentoring with business coaches and ecosystem partners
• Travel and accommodation covered for the duration of the programme
• Exposure to over 35,000 trade fair participants, media, buyers, and funders
• Invitation to join the AU Start-Up alumni network, with ongoing support beyond the fair.

Application Deadline

May 30, 2025

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to African Union on 2025.iatf.africa to apply

For more details, visit African Union webpage