The CcHub-Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship is a transformative program aimed at empowering African edtech startups to revolutionize education through innovative technology solutions. This partnership between CcHub and Mastercard Foundation provides up to $100,000 in equity-free funding, expert mentorship, and access to vast investor network. The program focuses on solutions that improve education access, enhance student learning, support school management, and boost teacher effectiveness across K-12, tertiary, and vocational education sectors. By fostering scalable and impactful edtech solutions, the fellowship seeks to shape the future of education and learning outcomes in Africa.
Open to startups incorporated in Nigeria, the fellowship prioritizes balanced and diverse teams passionate about addressing educational challenges. It offers participants strategic support in product design, technology optimization, and marketing, along with exclusive deals from partnered service providers. Through this initiative, CcHub and Mastercard Foundation aim to drive innovation and create equitable access to quality education for Africa’s next generation. Applications close on January 31, 2025, making it a significant opportunity for startups committed to making a difference in education.
Eligibility Checklist
Ensure you meet the following criteria before applying:
1. Focus Area: Startups must be African-focused and incorporated in Nigeria.
2. Education Solutions: Your solution should address challenges in:
K-12 education.
Tertiary education.
Vocational skills training.
3. Target Impact: The solution should improve:
Education access.
Student learning.
School management.
Teacher/trainer effectiveness.
4. Team Composition:
Balanced team structure.
Preference for female founders.
Demonstrated passion for education.
Required Application Components
1. Startup Overview:
Name, location, and registration details.
Mission statement and vision.
2. Solution Description:
A brief about your education-focused solution.
Evidence of alignment with focus areas (e.g., access, learning outcomes).
3. User Impact:
Verifiable details of users and impact statistics.
4. Team Details:
Member bios, roles, and relevant expertise.
5. Scalability and Innovation Plan:
How your solution can scale across Africa.
Examples of innovation in addressing challenges.
6. Attachments:
Business registration certificate.
User testimonials or case studies (if available).
Evidence of solution implementation or prototypes.
Benefits of the Fellowship
Funding: Equity-free funding up to $100,000.
Expert Support: Multidisciplinary mentorship (design, product, technology optimization).
Investor Access: Connection to an extensive network of investors.
Perks: Discounts and deals from partnered service providers.
Marketing: Tailored strategies to help achieve product-market fit.
Step-by-Step Application Process
1. Prepare Your Application:
Organize all required documents.
Write a compelling application summary highlighting your solution’s relevance, impact, and scalability.
2. Visit the Application Portal:
Go to the official CcHub Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship application portal: Click Here to Apply.
3. Fill Out the Online Form:
Provide your startup’s details.
Upload the required documents and answer all questions in the form.
4. Review and Submit:
Ensure all details are accurate.
Submit the application before the deadline: January 31, 2025.
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