Timbuktoo CreativeTech Launchpad 2026
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The timbuktoo CreativeTech Launchpad is a pan-African incubation programme for CreativeTech startups developing technology-enabled solutions for Africa's creative economy. The programme is designed for entrepreneurs building scalable products or businesses across areas such as digital content, animation, gaming, music, film, design, creator-economy platforms, immersive technologies and AI-powered creative solutions. Selected startups receive incubation support and access to a wider African entrepreneurial ecosystem
Requirements checklist
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Be a CreativeTech startup operating in Africa.
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Have a technology-enabled solution connected to the creative economy.
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Demonstrate potential for growth and scalability.
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Have a viable product, solution or business concept.
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Operate within areas such as digital content, animation, gaming, music, film, design, creator economy, immersive technology or AI-enabled creative solutions.
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Be prepared to participate in the incubation programme.
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Women-led startups, youth entrepreneurs and founders from underserved communities are particularly encouraged to apply.