AB4IR Incubation Programme 2025 — Conecta (Bridge for Billions): Applications Open!!

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About the Opportunity:

The AB4IR Incubation Programme, run by Africa Beyond the Fourth Industrial Revolution (AB4IR) in partnership with Bridge for Billions (Conecta), is now open for applications. This hybrid incubation supports tech-based ventures in fields such as gaming, animation, VR/AR, drone tech, and creative ICT from disadvantaged or underserved communities in South Africa. The programme equips early-stage startups with structured business support, mentorship, and market access.

Key Benefits:

8-week structured incubation, with modules covering business modeling, stakeholder mapping, marketing, financial planning, impact strategy, and growth paths
Personalized one-on-one mentorship and hands-on support via the Bridge for Billions platform
Guidance from tech and creative business experts, designed to help founders commercialize innovations and scale
Access to AB4IR's digital innovation ecosystem, including facilities and partner networks focused on securing market entry.

Who Should Apply

This programme is ideal for entrepreneurs who:

Are South African residents, preferably from previously disadvantaged or underserved communities
Have early-stage ventures in gaming, animation, VR/AR, drone technology, or related ICT creative sectors
Own a solid concept or prototype—revenue is optional at this stage
Can dedicate the time and commitment required to fully engage in the incubation process

Application Deadline:

10 September 2025

Why This Matters for Hustlers:?:

Offers critical business skills and investor-ready planning for creative tech startups
Specifically targets underserved township and rural innovators
No fees—just a platform to level up your business idea and build strategic growth