Savannah Fund
Savannah Fund is a Seed Capital Fund specializing in US$50,000-US$1,000,000 investments in early stage high growth technology startups in sub-Saharan Africa.
Savannah Fund at a glance
| Address | Nairobi, Kenya |
|---|---|
| Programmes | 1 standing programme |
| Official website | savannah.vc/accelerator |
Programmes they run
Standing programmes at Savannah Fund, separate from the funding calls above.
Accelerator Program
AcceleratorA 3-4 month program providing seed capital and support to early-stage high growth technology startups addressing the Sub-Saharan Africa market.
What you get, who can apply and how to applyHide details
The program provides capital investment for 12% common equity, office space in the iHub, legal assistance, marketing, product, and operational help. It also offers connections to potential investors (including Silicon Valley), structured mentoring (30+ hours across 12+ mentors), fundraising readiness, and access to iHub resources like a UX design lab. The program typically accepts 3-5 companies per batch and requires main founders to relocate to Nairobi during its 3-4 month duration.
Incubation tracks
The routes into Savannah Fund, and what each one includes.
| Track | Type | Space | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accelerator ProgramAccepts 3-5 companies per batch; takes 12% common equity; requires main founders to move to Nairobi. | Acceleration | — | Office space, Legal assistance, Incorporation help, Marketing support, Product support, Operational support, Connections to potential investors, Structured mentoring, Access to iHub resources (UX design lab, iHub research), Fundraising readiness and advice |
Labs & facilities
Equipment and space on campus.
Office space
Access via iHub
UX design lab
Access via iHub
Support services
Help offered alongside funding and space.
About Savannah Fund
Savannah Fund is a seed capital fund and accelerator specializing in early-stage, high-growth technology (web and mobile) startups. It focuses on the Sub-Saharan Africa market, initially in East Africa, operating out of Nairobi, Kenya. The fund provides capital investment alongside an accelerator program designed to bridge the early-stage funding gap in Africa. It offers comprehensive support including office space in the iHub, legal assistance, marketing, product, and operational help. Startups also gain access to investor connections, structured mentoring from local and Silicon Valley entrepreneurs, and fundraising advice. The accelerator seeks strong technical and business teams with existing products and traction, and requires main founders to relocate to Nairobi for the program's duration.
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Frequently asked questions about Savannah Fund
What does Savannah Fund do?
Savannah Fund is a seed capital fund and accelerator specializing in early-stage, high-growth technology (web and mobile) startups. It focuses on the Sub-Saharan Africa market, initially in East Africa, operating out of Nairobi, Kenya.
Where is Savannah Fund located?
Savannah Fund is located at Nairobi, Kenya.
What programs does Savannah Fund run?
Savannah Fund runs Accelerator Program.
What facilities does Savannah Fund offer?
Incubatees also get access to Office space and UX design lab through its host institution.
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