Google has announced the selection of 15 promising tech startups for its Google for Startups Accelerator, Africa Class 9 programme.

The innovative startups, from Ghana, Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal and South Africa, are leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to address significant challenges across diverse sectors, including fintech, agritech, healthtech and professional services.

The selected startups from Nigeria are E-doc Online, GoNomad, Midddleman, Myltura, Pastel and Scandium. They provide AI-powered quality assurance tools for software teams, speeding up delivery and reducing bugs.

In an era where startups are at the forefront of solving critical challenges across Africa, the innovators often face significant hurdles to scale their operations, particularly in securing essential support, mentorship and funding.

Programmes like the Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa play a crucial role in providing opportunities, enabling tech founders and innovators to amplify their impact.

By bringing together Google’s extensive resources, including cutting-edge AI technologies and a global network of experts, the program aims to equip these startups to not only thrive but also lead in addressing both local and global challenges in this AI era.

Google said the selection followed a highly competitive application process that began in April 2025, drawing nearly 1,500 applications from across the continent. This cohort underscores Google’s deep commitment to fostering Africa’s vibrant tech ecosystem and supporting startups in their growth journey.

Head of Startup Ecosystem, Africa at Google, Folarin Aiyegbusi, said: “African startups are at the forefront of solving critical challenges across the continent, and their work with AI is truly transformative.

“This programme reflects our belief that AI can be transformative when shaped by those who understand the context deeply. We are incredibly excited to support these founders who are building for impact and helping to shape an inclusive AI ecosystem across Africa.”

Over the next three months, the selected startups will participate in a hybrid accelerator program (June 23rd to August 22nd, 2025). Participants will receive dedicated technical mentorship from experienced Google engineers and industry experts, up to $350,000 in Google Cloud credits, and strategic support in AI implementation, product leadership, and business growth. They will also gain access to a global network of investors, partners, and collaborators, amplifying their reach and impact.

Other startups in the Class 9 cohort include Shamba Records (Kenya), YeneHealth (Ethiopia), TOLBI (Senegal), and Rapid Human AI (South Africa), each leveraging AI in transformative ways to tackle sector-specific challenges.