Qualcomm Selects 10 Startups for Africa Program
Analysis based on 8 articles · First reported Apr 08, 2026 · Last updated Apr 16, 2026
Qualcomm's 'Make in Africa' program is expected to foster innovation in AI and IoT across the continent, potentially creating new market opportunities and driving technological advancements. This initiative could lead to increased investment and development in various sectors, positively impacting the economies of participating nations.
Qualcomm has launched the fourth edition of its 'Make in Africa' mentorship program, selecting 10 early-stage startups from over 1,200 applications across 45 African countries. The program aims to deepen Qualcomm's investment in Africa's artificial intelligence and Internet of Things ecosystem by providing mentorship, technical training, and intellectual property support to founders. Selected startups, including Amperra Charging Company, Anatsor Ltd, D-Olivette Labs, Mindora Corporation, MVUTU, QualiKeeper Investments, SafeSip, Sesi Technologies, TWave Ltd, and Zerobionic, are developing solutions in sectors like agriculture, energy, mobility, and education. Partners like Arduino and the African Telecommunications Union are supporting the initiative, which includes providing development platforms, business coaching, and potential grants or stipends.
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