Overview

The Mastercard Foundation Fund for Alumni Start-ups in Transition (FAST) Program is designed to empower young African entrepreneurs who are ready to transform their ideas into impactful businesses.

Eligibility

The FAST Program is specifically designed for alumni entrepreneurs who are already part of certain leadership and scholarship networks supported by the Mastercard Foundation. Applicants must be alumni of one of the following programs:

Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI)
African Leadership Academy (ALA)
Anzisha Prize Fellowship Program
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

These alumni communities consist of highly motivated young leaders who have demonstrated strong commitment to leadership, innovation, and social impact.

Benefits

Selected participants in the FAST Program will receive several valuable benefits that help accelerate their entrepreneurial journey, including:

Enterprise support including structured business development training.
Access to mentorship opportunities with experienced entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and business professionals.
Connection to a supportive network of like-minded founders.
Potential financial support to help startups scale and transition into sustainable businesses.

How to Apply

Interested applicants can learn more about the FAST Program and begin the application process through the official program page. Applications must be submitted online through the official program website.

For more information and to apply, visit here.