Google Opens Applications for Funding Program Focusing on Black Founders in SA

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GUEST - Siya Madikane, Public Affairs and Comms Manager at Google SA

Google today announced that applications for the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa: Black Founders program are open to Black-owned startups in South Africa.

The fund is a reflection of Google's commitment to supporting startups in South Africa, recognizing the important role that entrepreneurial activity plays in economic and social development in the region.

3 Oct 2024 1PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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