Qatar FinTech Hub (QFTH) has officially opened applications for Wave 7 of its Pre-Acceleration Program, offering early- and growth-stage FinTech startups from Africa access to up to USD 170,000 in pre-seed funding, regulatory support, and mentorship.
The deadline to apply is: July 29, 2025.
Backed by Qatar Development Bank and supported by the Qatar Central Bank, QFTH has already funded over 70 startups across 28 countries. Now in its seventh wave, the program continues its mission to make Qatar a leading FinTech hub while welcoming innovators from across the African continent, including Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Egypt, South Africa, Morocco, Rwanda, Ethiopia, and more.
Who Should Apply?
- Early-stage or MVP-ready FinTechs (Incubation Track)
- Live product startups with market traction (Acceleration Track)
Program Benefits:
- Up to $170,000 in funding per startup
- 12-week incubation or acceleration program
- 1:1 mentorship with FinTech experts
- Regulatory and commercial licensing support
- Access to Qatar’s rapidly growing FinTech ecosystem
- Business development and investor engagement opportunities
Apply Now to QFTH:
👉 Visit the QFTH Application Page
📅 Deadline: July 29, 2025
📩 Contact: fintech@qdb.qa
Whether you’re solving payment friction, building alternative credit scoring models, or launching Islamic finance tools, QFTH wants you. African founders ready to scale regionally and globally are encouraged to apply.
