Orange Corners Ghana 2024 Accelerator Programme for Young Ghanaian Entrepreneurs

The Orange Corners acceleration programme in Ghana is a collaborative initiative of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, implemented by GrowthAfrica, Africa’s leading business accelerator. In partnership with Fidelity Bank, Emergent Payments, Friesland Campina, Vivo Energy Ghana, Meridian Port Services (MPS), Koudijs, Peoples Pension Trust, and Cargill, the programme aims to support the growth of ambitious entrepreneurs while nurturing Ghana’s entrepreneurship ecosystem.

The Orange Corners Ghana initiative spans a six-month acceleration programme consisting of five three-day workshops spaced four weeks apart.

Additionally, post-acceleration in-business visits over 9-12 months will facilitate the development and execution of growth plans, along with masterclasses and personalized coaching sessions.

• Table of Content
• About Orange Corners
• Orange Corners Ghana Accelerator Programme
• Aim and Benefits of Orange Corners Ghana Accelerator Programme
• Requirements for Orange Corners Ghana Accelerator Programme Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Orange Corners

Orange Corners is managed by the Netherlands Enterprise Agency at the request of the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs. We work closely together with the Embassy of the Kingdom of The Netherlands and local partners in each programme country. More information on the partners we work with in each country can be found via �Where we work�.

Orange Corners Ghana Accelerator Programme

Aim and Benefits of Orange Corners Ghana Accelerator Programme

1. Business Acceleration: Structured support to audit, design, and implement your business’ growth plan.
2. Coaching and Mentoring: Events, networking sessions, and coaching sessions to connect you to potential partners and aid in your personal development as an entrepreneur and leader.
3. Orange Corners Innovation Fund (OCIF): Ventures completing the programme can apply for up to EUR50,000 in partial grant and loan at 5% interest for 2 years.
4. Personalized Follow-Up: Access to experienced mentors and industry leaders for feedback and support.
5. Further Access to Finance: Opportunities beyond the Orange Corners Innovation Fund for funding.

Requirements for Orange Corners Ghana Accelerator Programme Qualification

• Your business is beyond the initial product-market fit phase, and has earned commercial, recurring revenue for at least 24 months.
• Have recurring revenues equivalent to at least USD 30,000 annually.
• Have at least one co-founder working in the business full-time and exclusively.
• Have at least one active co-founder in the business aged 18-35.
• Have matured and stabilized enough to employ a minimum of 3 full time employees on a permanent basis in addition to the founders.
• Your product/service is solving a clear need that can be identified as delivering on one or several SDG goals. 
• Your product/service or  business model is innovative (i.e. your approach to supply chain, production or distribution, and sales), and it provides a clear competitive advantage 
• Women are especially encouraged to apply for this opportunity.

Check also:
Commonwealth Master's Scholarship to Study in UK 2027/2028
Mandela Washington Fellowship for Africans 2027 (Fully Funded to USA)

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit Orange Corners website.