African Union Youth Startup Program 2025

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 colonization and apartheid, promote unity and solidarity among African States, coordinate and intensify cooperation for development, safeguard the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Member States, and promote international cooperation.

Interested and qualified candidates for the African Union Youth Startup Program 2025 should read the details below.

African Union Youth Startup Program

Summary:

• Full Time
• Required Qualifications: 
• Location: Algeria | Nigeria. See other Jobs in Africa
• Category: Graduate Trainee
• Benefits: Funds | Mentorship | Training
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African Union Youth Startup Program Description:

The AU Youth Startup Programme is led by the African Union Commission in partnership with Afreximbank and other partners. It supports young African innovators by giving them a platform to grow and connect with key players across the continent.

As part of IATF2025 in Algiers, the programme offers selected startups the chance to:

• Exhibit products, ideas, or prototypes to a global audience.
• Meet with investors, business leaders, and other founders.
• Join training sessions and receive mentorship.
• Support the AfCFTA goal of stronger trade across Africa.

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Eligibility Requirements for the African Union Youth Startup Program:

To be considered for the African Union Youth Startup Program, you must:

• Be between 18 and 35 years old at the time of application.
• Be a citizen of an AU member state or part of the African diaspora.
• Own or co-own a registered startup, or have a working prototype solving health, education, and Food security challenges in Africa.
• Be available on the dates of the IATF.
• Show clear interest in innovation, sustainability, or economic development.

Benefits of the AU Youth Startup Program 2025

Selected participants will receive:

• A fully sponsored booth at the AU Youth Startup Pavilion in Algiers to showcase your products/services.
• Access to matchmaking sessions with investors and business leaders.
• Entry to free training and mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs
• Visibility to over 35,000 attendees, including buyers, partners, and policymakers
• Networking with more than 2,000 exhibitors from across Africa and beyond.
• The opportunity to be considered for recognition or funding support.

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How to Apply for the African Union Youth Startup Program

Interested and qualified candidates for the “African Union Youth Startup Program” should click the APPLY HERE button below to start filling out the application form and submit it before the deadline.

Note:

To apply for the African Union Youth Startup Program, interested and qualified candidates should; 

• Prepare your details – Include a short business summary (max 500 words), proof of registration of your company, a PowerPoint pitch deck or visuals of your product, and a convincing 2-minute video presentation describing your startup.
• Fill out the form – Use the link below to access the application. Make sure all information is complete and accurate.
• Submit by 30 May 2025, 23:59 EAT – Late submissions won’t be reviewed.
• Wait for notification – Selected applicants will be contacted by 31 July 2025 via email.

Deadline: May 30, 2025

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