SPRINT Application

We are looking for early-stage, tech, and tech-enabled African startups, led by exceptional founders who combine global expertise with local insights. Our goal is to find companies that seek to profitably solve for African challenges, removing systemic friction unique to the African market.

Who are you?

Motivated entrepreneur ready to build your company and get investment ready
Incorporated Business
Minimum Viable Product (MVP)
Can be pre-revenue
Tech-Enabled, sector agnostic

Located in: Tanzania

Why join the SPRINT?

Flexible 10-week online program designed to fit the busy schedules of driven founders.
In-person coaching, networking and peer learning opportunities.
Refine your MVP, validate it with customers and launch your business into the market with confidence.
Founder commitment: just 2-6 hours per week

Deadline: October 16

Part 1: Founder Information

First Name*

Last Name*

Gender*

Male

Female

Other / Prefer not to respond

Email*

Please provide the best email where we can reach you.

Phone Number*

Please provide a phone number. (omit special characters)

Do you have a personal LinkedIn profile?*

Yes

Country of Residence*

Please select the country where you live.

Closest Major City*

Please select from the list the city you live closest to.

Job Title*

Please share your title at the company for which you are filling in this form.

First Time Founder?*

Is this your first time owning and running a startup?

Yes

Part 2: Company Information

Startup Name*

Sector - Industry Group*

Does your company have a website?*

Yes

Company Overview*

Please describe your company in three sentences or less.

Country*

Select the country in which your company is headquartered.

We collect the following demographic information to understand your structure and for our own internal analytics.

Number of employees*

Please indicate the number of people you employ full time or part-time

Number of Female Employees*

Please indicate the number of women you employ full time or part-time.

Female Founder*

Does your company have a female founder?

Yes

Female Executive*

Does your company have a female executive?

Yes

Number of Leadership Positions*

"Leadership Positions" includes executive or management roles (e.g., C-Suite, "Senior Manager" or "Manager")

Number of Women in Leadership Positions*

Please indicate the number of women in executive or management roles (e.g., C-Suite, "Senior Manager" or "Manager")

Annual Revenue (USD)*

Please calculate this figure carefully and provide your company's annual revenue for the last 12 months in USD. If you have been in operation for less than 12 months, please enter your total revenue generated to date. (note: companies that include an accurate calculation will be prioritized.).

Pitch Deck

Pitch Video Upload

Pitch Video Link

Part 3: Additional Information & Data Privacy

We appreciate you taking time to share about the company you are building and we will be in touch to learn more about what you are up to. By submitting the form, you are agreeing to our privacy policy and your willingness to receive communication from Renew Capital.