MTN Nigeria has launched the 2025 MTN Cloud Accelerator Program and Applications are now open for the 12-week program offering ₦100 million in grants to help African startups scale using MTN’s infrastructure and resources.
Program Overview
The MTN Cloud Accelerator is a 12-week program designed to help African startups grow faster by leveraging MTN’s products, platforms, and partners. Whether you’re scaling digital payments, transforming healthcare, or reimagining agriculture — They will give you the tools, funding, and network to go further. The accelerator runs from September 6 to December 6, 2025, and applications close on August 15, 2025.
Key Benefits for Startups
- ₦100 million in grants: Direct funding without equity requirements
- API Integration: Access to MTN’s telecommunications APIs for mobile money, SMS, and other services
- Cloud Infrastructure: Free access to MTN’s cloud platforms
- Mentorship: One-on-one guidance from industry experts
- Sales Support: Go-to-market assistance through MTN’s distribution network
- Investor Access & Demo Day: Pitch directly to VC investors and industry stakeholders during MTN’s exclusive Demo Day.
- Post-program Support: Continued assistance after program completion
Program Structure and Eligibility
Who Should Apply?
If you’re a startup founder with a working MVP or live product, significant customer traction, and a vision to transform digital services in Africa, you’re an ideal candidate. The program targets:
- Innovative solutions in African Fintech & Payments, HealthTech, EdTech, AgriTech, AI & Data Infrastructure, Cybersecurity & Digital ID, Retail & E-commerce
- Growth-stage startups with MVPs or live products
- Founders with deep customer insight and traction
- Startups serving rural or underserved communities
Application Requirements
- African startups with at least a minimum viable product (MVP) or live solution.
- Demonstrated need for telecommunications infrastructure.
- Founders with market insight and a solid growth plan
This is a hybrid accelerator: partly virtual to maximize accessibility across Africa, with two in-person immersion weeks (kickoff and Demo Day) hosted in Lagos, Nigeria
Program Timeline
| Key Date | Milestone |
|---|---|
| Applications Open | July 7, 2025 |
| Applications Close | August 15, 2025 |
| Cohort Announcement | September 1, 2025 |
| Program Start | September 6, 2025 |
| Demo Day | November 18, 2025 |
| Program End | December 6, 2025 |
Read more about upcoming MTN accelerator deadlines.
How to Apply for MTN’s Accelerator
Take the next step to scale your startup with MTN Nigeria:
- Submit your application at mtnaccelerate.com (see detailed guidelines on application form and eligibility).
- For any inquiries, contact [email protected] for dedicated program support.
