Halcyon’s Africa Innovation in Agriculture and Food Security Program 2027
About this opportunity
A program for early-stage, impact-driven agricultural ventures focused on food security in Africa, with applications open for 2027.
The Halcyon Africa Innovation in Agriculture and Food Security Accelerator (2027) is a business-focused program designed for ventures in Sub-Saharan Africa that leverage market-based solutions to improve agriculture, food security, and smallholder farmer resilience, particularly in response to climate-related challenges. The program supports startups at the paid-pilot or post-revenue stage, requiring a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) with market validation (e.g., paid pilots, revenue, contracts). Applicants must be CEOs or primary decision-makers, fluent in English, and at least 21 years old. The accelerator includes financial support (USD 10,000 stipend and AWS credits), mentorship, networking, and two in-person residencies in Accra (March 2027) and Nairobi (June 2027), alongside virtual sessions. Priority sectors include climate-smart agriculture, agri-tech, food security, and financial resilience for farmers. The application process has two stages: an eligibility form due May 7, 2026, followed by an invitional application by October 30, 2026, with pitch days in December 2026 and selections announced by December 2026.
Key details
What you get
- USD 10,000 **equity-free stipend** per venture
- USD 10,000 **AWS credits**
- Access to **Halcyon’s global network of 650+ founders**
- Professional **advisors**
- Workshops on **leadership, capital strategy, and product-market fit**
- Networking with **investors and stakeholders**
- Continued benefits post-program (alumni support)
How to apply
- Submit an **eligibility form** by **May 7, 2026** to be considered. If eligible, complete an **invitional application** by **October 30, 2026**. Attend **pitch days** on **December 7–8, 2026**, with selections announced by **December 18, 2026**. Participate in **virtual meetings** (April–May 2027
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