Google AI Fund for Nigerian Startups 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries worldwide, driving innovation, efficiency, economic growth and new business models. To unlock the full potential of AI in Nigeria, we are launching the AI Fund in collaboration with Google, a dedicated initiative to support and nurture the next generation of AI-powered startups in Nigeria.

• Table of Content
• About Google
• AI Fund
• Aim and Benefits of AI Fund
• Requirements for AI Fund Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for AI Fund
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Google

Google LLC is an American multinational technology company that specializes in Internet-related services and products, which include online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, software, and hardware. It is considered one of the Big Four technology companies, alongside Amazon, Apple, and Facebook. Google was founded in September 1998 by Larry Page and Sergey Brin while they were Ph.D. students at Stanford University in California. The company's rapid growth since incorporation has triggered a chain of products, acquisitions, and partnerships beyond Google's core se... continue reading

AI Fund

Application Deadline	Not Specified
Country to study	Nigeria
Type	Entrepreneurs
Sponsor	Google
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of AI Fund

Startups receive:

• Financial Support: Grant funding of up to ?10 million per startup.
• Technical Expertise: Access to Google AI tools, resources, and mentorship from Google engineers.
• Network & Visibility: Connection to Google’s vast network and opportunities for global exposure.

Requirements for AI Fund Qualification

Company:

• Headquartered in Nigeria.
• Building solutions for the Nigerian market and potentially African/global market.
• Demonstrated market fit and significant growth potential.

Founders:

• At least one Nigerian founder.
• Relevant experience and a strong team positioned for success.

Tech:

• Core AI technology company with a live product in the market.
• Compatibility with Google products and potential to leverage them for growth.

Interview date, Process and Venue for AI Fund

The program is for 6 weeks – from October 2024 to November 2024

Application Deadline

Not Specified

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Google on docs.google.com to apply

For more details, visit Google website.