The AI Hub for Sustainable Development has officially opened applications for the AI Hub Compute Accelerator Programme 2025. Innovators, start-ups, and ecosystem builders are invited to apply before the deadline of 1 September 2025.
About the AI Hub for Sustainable Development
Endorsed by G7 leaders and aligned with the African Union’s AI Strategy, the AI Hub for Sustainable Development is headquartered in Rome, Italy, and works closely with African partners to advance equitable AI growth. Its mission is to connect innovators to transformative opportunities in green compute, data, and talent, enabling solutions for sectors such as energy, agriculture, health, water, education, and infrastructure.
The Compute Accelerator Programme
Purpose
The Compute Accelerator Programme is designed to strengthen Africa’s access to scalable, sustainable, and efficient compute resources. By bridging supply and demand, the initiative ensures that innovators and start-ups can use computing capacity effectively to drive industrial development and international growth.
Key Features
- Acceleration Support: Tailored assistance to ensure readiness and adoption of compute infrastructure.
- Scalability & Growth: Helping start-ups and innovators expand across borders with AI-driven solutions.
- International Partnerships: Linking African innovators with governments, financing partners, and global technology stakeholders.
- Focus Sectors: Applications of computing in areas such as climate innovation, healthcare, education, agriculture, and industry.
Application Details
- Programme: AI Hub Compute Accelerator Programme
- Application Deadline: 1 September 2025
- Eligibility: Open to innovators, entrepreneurs, and start-ups based in Algeria, Angola, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya, Mauritania, Morocco, Mozambique, Republic of the Congo, Senegal, Tanzania, and Tunisia.
- How to Apply: Submit applications via the AI Hub Platform.
The AI Hub Compute Accelerator Programme 2025 provides a unique opportunity for African innovators to access critical compute resources, scale transformative solutions, and drive industrial growth across the continent. With applications closing on 1 September 2025, eligible participants are encouraged to apply and be part of shaping Africa’s AI future.