Incubation Center

Accelerating African developers building impact-driven solutions through technical mentorship, resources, and funding connections.

Program Benefits

Our incubation program provides comprehensive support to help you build, launch, and scale your tech solution.

Technical Mentorship

Get guidance from experienced developers and tech leaders across various domains.

Cloud Credits & Resources

Access to cloud infrastructure, development tools, and hardware testing facilities.

Business Development

Support with business model refinement, go-to-market strategy, and customer acquisition.

Funding Connections

Introductions to investors, grant opportunities, and pitch preparation assistance.

Success Stories

Meet the innovative startups that have grown through our incubation program.

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FarmTech Solutions

Founded by Emmanuel Osei

A precision agriculture platform that uses affordable IoT sensors and AI to help small-scale farmers optimize crop yields and reduce resource usage.

Impact

  • Deployed in 120+ farms across West Africa
  • Increased crop yields by 30% on average
  • Raised $1.2M in Series A funding
  • Created 35 full-time jobs
"The ZeroWan Labs incubation program gave us the technical expertise and connections we needed to scale our solution across borders. Their mentorship was invaluable."
Apply Like FarmTech Solutions
FarmTech Solutions

Meet Our Mentors

Our team of experienced mentors will guide you through technical challenges and business growth.

Dr. Nana Ama Browne
Dr. Nana Ama Browne
CTO, ZeroWan Labs
Cloud Architecture, AI/ML
Michael Okonkwo
Michael Okonkwo
Head of Engineering
Full-stack Development, DevOps
Fatima El-Rashid
Fatima El-Rashid
Product Director
Product Strategy, UX Design
Jean-Pierre Hakizimana
Jean-Pierre Hakizimana
IoT Specialist
Hardware Design, Embedded Systems

Program Structure

Our structured incubation program is designed to take your solution from prototype to market-ready product.

1
Application & Selection
4 weeks

Submit your application, participate in technical interviews, and demonstrate your solution's potential impact.

2
Technical Assessment
2 weeks

Our team evaluates your current technical stack, identifies challenges, and creates a customized incubation plan.

3
Core Incubation
6 months

Intensive technical mentorship, product development support, and business guidance to refine and scale your solution.

4
Growth & Funding
3 months

Prepare for market expansion, connect with investors, and develop a sustainable growth strategy.

Apply for Incubation

We're looking for innovative solutions with the potential to create significant impact across Africa.

Eligibility Criteria
African Focus: Your solution must address challenges specific to African markets.
Technical Foundation: You should have at least a working prototype or MVP.
Team: At least one technical co-founder with development experience.
Commitment: Ability to participate fully in the program for its duration.

Application Process

  1. Submit your application with details about your solution and team
  2. Initial screening by our selection committee
  3. Technical interview and solution demonstration
  4. Final selection and program onboarding

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about our incubation program and application process.

Do you take equity in incubated startups?

We typically take a small equity stake (5-10%) in exchange for the resources, mentorship, and funding connections we provide. The exact terms are discussed during the selection process.

Can I apply if my solution is still just an idea?

We prefer solutions that have at least a working prototype or MVP. However, if you have a compelling idea and strong technical team, we encourage you to apply and highlight your technical capabilities.

Is the program remote or in-person?

Our program is primarily remote, with occasional in-person workshops and events. This allows startups from across Africa to participate while still building connections with mentors and other founders.

What happens after the incubation period ends?

Graduates of our program join our alumni network, continuing to receive support and connections. High-performing startups may receive follow-on investment or be introduced to our network of investors.

Ready to Scale Your Impact?

Join our incubation program and get the technical support, resources, and connections you need to succeed.