As August 2025 comes to a close, founders across Africa and globally still have a chance to tap into some of the month’s biggest opportunities. From beauty and longevity to fintech, sustainability, sports, and gaming, these programs are closing soon — offering funding, mentorship, partnerships, and global visibility. Whether you’re pitching on an international stage, co-creating with corporates, or scaling tech-enabled solutions, now is the moment to apply before the final deadlines pass.
INNOCOS Longevity Summit Geneva 2025
Deadline: August 25, 2025
Type: Summit
Target Region: Global
Target Stage: Angel, Pre-seed, Seed, or Series A
Organizer: INNOCOS
Overview
The INNOCOS Longevity Summit (Sept 10–12, 2025, Geneva) hosts “Pitch & Connect,” a startup showcase and matchmaking platform for beauty, wellness, and longevity ventures.
Program Structure
- 3-minute live pitches, storytelling only
- Real-time investor and mentor feedback
- Audience voting (e.g., “Most Disruptive Idea”)
- Speed networking sessions
Why Apply
- Direct exposure to investors, scientists, and brand leaders
- Longevity Startup Awards recognition
- Mentorship, PR packages, and potential small grant support
Eligibility Snapshot
- Young startups (≤4 years old) with proof of sales
- Growth-stage (4–7 years) with traction and some funding
- Open globally, incorporated or not
How to Apply
Submit your entry via the official summit channels by August 25, 2025.
Open Start by CEED Maroc
Deadline: August 25, 2025
Type: Accelerator
Target Region: Global
Target Stage: Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
Organizer: CEED Maroc
Overview
An open innovation program partnering startups with a leading bank to co-create fintech and AI-driven proof-of-concepts.
Program Structure
- Co-design with bank stakeholders
- Challenge categories: fraud prevention, digital payments, AI data analytics, voice/chatbots, regulatory compliance
- Matchmaking and fast-track client access
Why Apply
- Pilot projects with a major bank
- Mentorship from CEED networks
- Commercial partnerships and industry exposure
Eligibility Snapshot
- Africa-based, incorporated startups
- Early users, paying users, or revenue stage
- Open to both fundraising and non-fundraising ventures
How to Apply
Apply via the CEED Maroc official site before August 25, 2025.
Sustainable Innovation Seed Accelerator
Deadline: August 29, 2025 (priority), Sept 19 (final)
Type: Accelerator
Target Region: Africa
Target Stage: Seed
Organizer: 500 Global
Overview
An 8-week accelerator in Nairobi for seed startups advancing sustainability in energy, mobility, agriculture, and the built environment.
Program Structure
- 4 weeks in-person, 4 weeks hybrid
- Mentorship, retreats, workshops, and investor networking
- Showcase event at the end of the program
Why Apply
- Equity-free and tuition-free participation
- Access to UNDP and 500 Global networks
- Potential consideration for 500 Global investment
Eligibility Snapshot
- Seed-stage startups with launched products
- Tech or tech-enabled solutions
- Teams available for 4 weeks in Nairobi
How to Apply
Apply via the program site by August 29, 2025 (Early Deadline).
NBA Africa Triple-Double Accelerator
Deadline: August 29, 2025
Type: Accelerator
Target Region: Africa
Target Stage: Seed, Pre-seed
Organizer: NBA Africa
Overview
A 10-week program empowering Africa’s sports and creative startups with mentorship, funding, and global NBA exposure.
Program Structure
- Masterclasses, mentorship, and product coaching
- AI, sales, fundraising, and investor readiness
- Demo Day in a major African city
Why Apply
- Up to $50,000 in funding for top winners
- Global PR exposure and investor access
- Brand alignment with NBA Africa
Eligibility Snapshot
- Africa-based, ≤2 years old
- Sports or creative industries focus
- Tech-enabled solutions with proof-of-concept
How to Apply
Apply via the NBA Africa platform before August 29, 2025.
Alpha Hub Affiliate Draft 2025
Deadline: August 31, 2025
Type: Competition
Target Region: Global
Target Stage: Pre-seed, Seed, Pre-Series A, Series A, Series B
Organizer: Alpha Hub (Flutter Entertainment)
Overview
A global competition spotlighting startups innovating affiliate marketing and gaming experiences, with pitch finals in Dublin (Oct 22–23, 2025).
Program Structure
- Startup pitches to investors and gaming partners
- Categories: community betting, API integrations, free-to-play gaming
- Selection announcements by Sept 26, 2025
Why Apply
- Pilot testing with Flutter’s global user base
- Commercial partnerships potential
- Free participation with travel covered
Eligibility Snapshot
- Global startups in affiliate/gaming innovation
- Early-stage or scaling with demos preferred
- Strong compliance frameworks are required
How to Apply
Submit applications via Alpha Hub’s platform by August 31, 2025.
With deadlines just days away, these August 2025 programs are the final call for founders to secure funding, mentorship, and global exposure. Act fast — the next wave of changemakers will be chosen soon.