Apply Now: FCMB HERCCELERATE Accelerator – N1.5 Million in Equity-Free Funding, Expert Training, and Investor Access!

HERCCELERATE is designed to support a select group of women entrepreneurs by offering coaching, financial grants, tech tools, and connections to potential investors. Up to 40 women-led technology startups will be chosen for this first edition of HERCCELERATE. Over the next five years, the initiative aims to empower up to 200 women-driven tech startups.

HERCCELERATE 1.0 will take place over five weeks, concluding with a Demo Day where five finalists will present their pitches to a distinguished panel, competing for grant funding and additional prizes.

Total grant funding of 1.5 million Naira
Customized, expert-led training sessions
Discounted access to tech tools and services, including Zoho One and Branddrive
Opportunities to connect with potential investors
Continued support post-program
Additional Benefits
Access to SheVentures’ low-interest and interest-free loan programs
Participation in SheVentures’ events and networks
Access to FCMB’s Open Banking infrastructure (APIs, etc.)
Potential for strategic partnerships with FCMB
Use of Hub One’s coworking space, community, and partner network
Program Timeline
Application Period: September 6th – September 30th
Participant Selection: September 30th – October 11th
Acceleration Program: October 14th – November 15th (5 weeks)
Demo Day: November 29th/30th
Application Deadline: September 30th