Deadline Date: April 23, 2026
Catapult: Inclusion Africa 9th Edition is a transformative program designed to accelerate fintechs that are driving financial inclusion across the continent.
The program focuses on three core pillars: Impact, Scaling, and Funding, targeting fintech innovations in Insurtech, Regtech, Agritech, Fundtech, Agetech, Payments, Lending, Big Data & AI, Core Banking, and Financial Education.
Catapult: Inclusion Africa is a unique platform for fintech innovators looking to scale their operations, secure funding, and drive inclusive finance solutions that truly transform lives across Africa.
The two-week acceleration program is tailored to enhance skills and strategic capabilities, foster innovation, deepen understanding of regulatory frameworks, and build meaningful connections with leaders in financial services and inclusive finance. Participants gain insights on creating positive social and economic impact in Africa through financial inclusion, expanding their businesses via partnership building, customer acquisition, operational optimization, and learning strategies to secure funding and manage finances for launching innovative solutions. LHoFT will reimburse up to €2,000 (VAT incl.) for one person’s round-trip economy-class travel to Ivory Coast for the 1st Week and same applies for Luxembourg for the 2nd Week.
Selected fintech startups benefit from an immersive experience where costs are fully covered, offering a rare opportunity to connect with influential figures in the global inclusive finance ecosystem. The program prioritizes companies that are active in financial inclusion, serving underserved and unbanked populations in Africa, and requires participants to be fluent in French. Eligible startups are expected to have a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and typically fall within the pre-seed to Series B stage of funding.
Luxembourg, through its Directorate for Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Affairs, supports this initiative by leveraging its strong position in global microfinance and development aid. By identifying and championing fintech firms poised for meaningful impact, the program aims to accelerate solutions that empower communities and foster long-term social and economic progress. Participants commit to providing ongoing performance metrics and business updates for three years post-program to assess impact and success.
For more information, visit LHoFT Foundation.
