RAISEAfrica 2025: Empowering African Renewable Energy Startups

Ready to transform Africa’s energy landscape? The RAISEAfrica 2025 Open Call is now accepting applications for its prestigious accelerator program designed to empower Africa’s renewable energy innovators.

Organized by the RES4Africa Foundation and backed by global leaders like Enel Green Power and the European Investment Bank, this program offers young African entrepreneurs a unique opportunity to scale their businesses and bring innovative energy solutions to life.

With €3,000 entry tokens and a chance to win the Young Talent of the Year Award (cash prize of €5,000–€10,000), participants will gain access to invaluable resources, including mentoring, coaching, networking, and visibility at key industry events.

Two program tracks cater to diverse needs: the Pre-Accelerator for early-stage entrepreneurs developing ideas and the Accelerator for scaling established ventures.

If your solution addresses renewable energy technology, the water-energy-food nexus, circular economy, or digitalization, this is your chance to drive impactful change.

Applications are now open—seize the opportunity to join Africa’s renewable energy transformation!

Eligibility: Open to African entrepreneurs aged 18–35.

Eligibility Requirements

• Entrepreneurs aged 18–35 from any African country.
• Innovative solutions addressing the renewable energy sector.
• Focus areas: technology, manufacturing, digitalization, water-energy-food nexus, circular economy, and new business models.

Deadline: March 14th, 2025