Now Open: Qualcomm Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program 2025
Qualcomm, a global leader in the production of semiconductors, software, and services related to wireless technology, is organizing the Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program. It is inviting early-stage startups from across the continent to apply, especially if they want to access business coaching, engineering consultations, and guidance on protecting their intellectual property.
The Qualcomm Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program targets startups applying connectivity and processing technologies to build end-to-end systems solutions (including hardware). The goal is to enable participating startups to bring their innovations to the market and excel in their industries.
Benefits
The Qualcomm Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program offers these benefits:
- Direct mentorship led by Qualcomm’s leaders
- Receive guidance for product realization
- Learn from masterclasses on product management, IPR, product architecture, and pitch clinic
- Take part in a Demo Day with the startup ecosystem
- Connect with industry leaders, Venture Capitalists, investors, and other industry players
Eligibility
This program is open to early-stage startups that utilize advanced connectivity and processing technologies to produce end-to-end systems solutions. Hardware producers in this space are also invited to apply. Applications will remain open until February 16, 2025. Apply HERE.