Registered fintech operating in Tanzania
The business must be legally registered and actively operating in Tanzania as a fintech (not just a concept or holding entity).
About Us
The PesaTech Accelerator is a fintech ecosystem acceleration program launched by UNCDF in Tanzania in 2022 to catalyze the growth of innovative fintech enterprises. Building on the success of previous cohorts that supported 22 fintechs and unlocked over USD 13 million in investments, Cohort 3 will further strengthen Tanzania’s fintech ecosystem through targeted technical assistance and catalytic funding.
With funding from the European Union, UNCDF is partnering with Anza Entrepreneurs, NMB Bank, Airtel Tanzania, and IPF Software to implement PesaTech Cohort 3. The program will support high-potential fintech startups in Tanzania to enhance investment readiness, build strategic partnerships, and scale inclusive, high-impact financial solutions.
Interested fintech startups are invited to apply through the official application platform before 31st March 2026.
The accelerator will guide startups through the following journey.
Recruitment, Selection & Diagnostics
Applications open on 20 February 2026 and are reviewed on a rolling basis. 20 shortlisted fintechs undergo rigorous due diligence, spanning product strength, compliance, governance, traction, and scalability. 10 selected startups advance to the next stage.
Milestone Based Investment Grants
Performance-based funding is disbursed in tranches linked to measurable results. Founders receive structured advisory and investment readiness support.
Tailored Technical & Business Investment Readiness Acceleration Support
A targeted acceleration program for fintech startups, providing handson technical refinement, regulatory alignment, governance strengthening, and investment readiness support to position ventures for capital raising and scalable growth.
Partnerships & Innovation Fund
A dedicated Partnerships & Innovation Fund for Pesatech accelerator startups (Cohorts 1–3), providing targeted support to close strategic partnership gaps and enable high-impact collaborations essential for scale.
Ecosystem Building & Visibility
A flagship launch event, quarterly fintech community Networking Event, Fintech Happy Hour and active participation in key local and international industry platforms to strengthen ecosystem alignment
Post-Program Support
Three years of targeted support to strengthen operations, governance, financial modeling, and institutional investor engagement, complemented by ongoing general support throughout the venture lifecycle.
Eligibility
Eligibility Criteria
Post-revenue
You should already be generating revenue, demonstrating traction beyond pilots and early MVP testing.
At least two full-time team members
You must have a core team of 2+ fulltime members to support execution, compliance, and scaling.
Uses technology to enhance financial services
The solution should use tech to improve services like lending, payments, savings, insurance, wealth management, or digital marketplaces.
Demonstrates scalability
Show a repeatable growth model acquisition strategy, operational readiness, and a credible path to expand across segments or regions.
Committed to compliance
Evidence of governance and regulatory readiness policies, controls, data protection, and a practical approach to risk management.
PesaTech Accelerator 3 Startups
Wooble Pay
Making payments simpler and more accessible for businesses
Solocodes
Automating payment collections through consent-based direct debit
Daraja
Simplifying expense management and financial operations
Itule Company
Building the digital infrastructure powering mobility across Africa
Ekomobility
Expanding access to productive mobility for Africa's mobility entrepreneurs
Neurotech
Making digital payments simpler for ONLINE businesses
Telecombank
Turning everyday business activity into financial visibility
Loco
One operating system for running and growing a restaurant
NEDA Labs
Building programmable infrastructure for the Tanzanian shillings
Kazzzi App
Connecting local workers to work, when and where it is needed
Primestack
Turning unpaid invoices into working capital
Reli Technology
Powering seamless digital financial Integration
Program Benefits
Benefits The Accelerator Provides For Startups
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Access to Anza Network of Investor and Mentors
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Seed funding of up to $10,000
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Access to Business diagonistic tool
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Up to $50,000 to close partnership gaps
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Integrated technical and commercial support to enable sustainable business scaling.
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Access to NMB’s fintech sandbox
Timeline
The accelerator timeline
The accelerator timeline
for the startups
1st- Quarter, 2026
Recruitment & Selection
2nd - Quarter, 2026
Milestone Based Investment Grants
3rd - Quarter, 2026
Technical & Business Workshops
4th - Quarter, 2026
Partnership & Innovation Fund Management
Get Involved
Join us to accelerate
Join us to accelerate
fintech startups
Fintech Startups
Apply for a chance to participate in PesaTech Accelerator 3 and elevate your business.
CLOSEDMentors
Any industry expert or coach who is willing to volunteer and commit time to work or engage with startups.
OpenPartners
Any organization wanting to partner with the accelerator to add value to the founders and the startups.
Closed
Partners
Our Partners
Get In Touch
Do you have questions or feedback?
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