Overview

The Future of Learning EdTech Fellowship – Cohort 4 is a competitive accelerator for early-stage education technology startups building products that enhance learning outcomes in Africa. Supported by iHUB and the Mastercard Foundation, it offers funding, mentorship, technical support, and investor connections.

Benefits

Equity-free funding of up to $100,000.
Mentorship and technical support from experts in technology, product design, learning science, business strategy, and marketing.
Connections to investors and ecosystem partners.
Access to a peer community for collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Eligibility

Early-stage EdTech startups focused on African educational challenges (K-12, post-secondary, vocational training, or out-of-school learning).
Must be formally registered in Kenya.
Solutions must demonstrate alignment with improving learner access, teacher effectiveness, school management, or other education outcomes.
Inclusive teams with gender balance and diverse perspectives, particularly female founders, are encouraged.