The UK-Nigeria Tech Hub and Google for startups Africa have collaborated to support female technology founders with up to $3 million in Google Cloud Credits. Apply below.
When is Application Deadline:
Tell Me About Award: Build And Scale Your Startup
The UK-Nigeria Tech Hub and Google for startups Africa have collaborated to support female technology founders with up to $3 million in Google Cloud Credits
Type: Entrepreneurship
Who can Apply? There are two tiers under the Google Cloud Credit Programme; The Start Tier and Scale Tier.
You are encouraged to apply even if you do not fall under any of the tiers.
START TIER: Ideal for beginner enterprises.
To qualify for the Start Tier, the female founded enterprise must be:
- Founded within the last 5 years
- A technology Startup that is not yet funded by an institutional investor
- Not yet received Google cloud credits (beyond the free trial)
- *Bonus: Beneficiaries under the Start Tier will be eligible to apply for $100,000 USD credits once $2,000 USD is exhausted.
SCALE TIER: Ideal for established enterprises.
To qualify for the Scale Tier, the female founded Startup must have:
- Founded their company within the last 10 years
- Received startup equity funding* from pre-seed to Series A
(if Series A, raised within the last 12 months) or common Web3 funding sources - Not yet received more than $4,000 in Google Cloud credits.
Which Countries are Eligible? African countries
How Many Awards? Not specified
What is the Benefit of Award? All applicants will become members of the UK-Nigeria Tech Hub Female Founders Community
Start Tier
Google Cloud and Firebase usage by beneficiary, they will receive:
- Up to $2,000 USD in Google Cloud credits, valid for two years
Scale Tier
Google Cloud and Firebase usage by beneficiary to cover:
- Year 1: 100% up to $100,000 USD in Google Cloud credits in year 1.
- Year 2: 20% up to an additional $100,000 USD in Google Cloud credits in year 2.
How to Apply: Once submitted, applications are reviewed and approved for the program tier you qualify for based on the eligibility requirements above.
Visit Award Webpage for Details