From Cairo to Casablanca: Visa Invites Fintech Innovators to Scale via its African Accelerator
Following a high-energy Demo Day in Marrakech, Visa is looking for the next wave of high-growth startups to join its Africa Fintech Accelerator Cohort 6. The program is a proven launchpad for expansion, as evidenced by alumni like Kredete, which is scaling stablecoin-linked card payments across Africa and into the GCC (including Saudi Arabia and the UAE). Egyptian innovators are particularly encouraged to apply, joining the ranks of regional success stories like MoneyHash that have utilized Visa’s global network to enhance payment acceptance and merchant tools.
Why Apply for Cohort 6?
Mentorship: Tailored guidance from global payment experts.
Network Access: Direct entry into Visa’s expansive ecosystem of partners and merchants.
Commercial Scalability: Opportunities for live product integration and regional expansion.
Proven Track Record: Be part of a group that has collectively reached a $1.4B valuation.
The deadline for applications is May 17, 2026. As the digital payment landscape in Africa continues to evolve, Visa remains committed to fostering the partnerships necessary to bridge the gap in financial inclusion and drive the future of commerce.