UVU Africa’s training process involves a structured program aimed at equipping entrepreneurs with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to develop and grow their technology-based businesses. UVUAfrica will supply a supportive environment where startups can receive mentorship, access to facilities, networking opportunities, and guidance from experienced professionals. 

The training and workshop program will provide comprehensive training and workshops to the cohort of Technology Ventures. These sessions will cover an array of relevant topics.

The 3 months training is be divided into 3 broad categories. 

Category 1: Tools and Knowledge

Category 2: In-depth Market Research and Product Market Fit

Category 3: Commercialisation – A pathway to scaling and funding

The Demo Day for tech startups is a culminating event where the startups will showcase their products, services, and progress to a curated audience, comprised of investors, industry professionals, mentors, and potential partners. The primary goal of the Demo Day is to provide startups with an opportunity to pitch their ideas, demonstrate their products, and attract potential funding or collaboration. 

Demo day typically will include the following elements:

• Presentation Pitches – Product Demonstrations

• Networking Opportunities – Awards or Recognition

The demo day will create a sense of competition, motivate entrepreneurs, and provide visibility and validation for exceptional ideas or achievements and will also include: 

• Keynote Speeches or Talks – Investor Meetings 

• One-on-One Sessions – Feedback and Evaluation

Attendees at the demo days will include: 

• Investors – Mentors and Advisors

• Industry Experts – Potential Strategic Partners

• Media and Press – Special Guests and Influencers

Africa Tech Startup Forum will run an investor meetup, where investors are introduced to the cohort. 

Overall, the goal of an investor meetup is to facilitate connections, showcase promising businesses, attract investment, foster learning and knowledge exchange, and create a platform where entrepreneurs and investors can explore mutually beneficial opportunities. It serves as a catalyst for investment, entrepreneurship, and economic growth. 

This will be beneficial in several ways:

• Networking and Relationship Building: – Investment Opportunities
• Exposure and Visibility: – Feedback and Validation
• Fundraising and Capital Acquisition – Knowledge Exchange 

Throughout the program, regular evaluation and feedback mechanisms will be in place to assess the progress of the Technology Ventures. Key milestones and performance indicators would be established to measure the effectiveness of the program and the growth of the Technology Ventures.

Upon successful completion of The Sprint portion of the programme, Technology Ventures will move into the next phase of the programme – the additional 3-month support.

It’s important to note that the specific details of the program design will depend on the specific needs of the Technology Ventures selected. The program will be designed to provide comprehensive support, guidance, and resources to the participating Technology Ventures, equipping them with the knowledge and skills required for growth and scale.