The AyaHQ x Lisk Incubation Program is a bold initiative designed to elevate African Onchain builders and launch them into the global market, helping to refine their ideas and bring their vision to life. For many of the participants in Cohort 1, the journey started with vague or undeveloped ideas. However, as they progressed through the program, they gained more clarity, direction, and purpose for their projects.
Through our partnership with Lisk, we are proud to say that we are helping to bring African Onchain builders into the spotlight, providing them with the resources and knowledge needed to thrive on the global stage.
📍Program Objectives:
The AyaHQ x Lisk Incubation Program was designed with a set of key objectives to foster innovation, support Web3 adoption, and drive long-term impact across Africa
Accelerate Web3 innovation across the continent, empowering African founders to create cutting-edge solutions.
Offer grants and funding opportunities to help African founders grow their projects and scale their businesses.
Promote the deployment of Web3 solutions on the Lisk L2, expanding the reach of decentralized technologies.
Provide comprehensive business and technical support to high-potential African startups, helping them develop viable solutions and market-ready products.
Drive real-world adoption of Web3 solutions in everyday life, helping African economies embrace blockchain technology and its many benefits.
📍Program Structure:
The incubation program is divided into two core phases, running over the course of 14 weeks:
Phase 1: Idea Validation (Weeks 1–5): This phase focuses on refining ideas, validating the core concepts, and laying the groundwork for project development. During these five weeks, participants engage in workshops, technical training, and business development sessions that guide them in developing their product ideas into something concrete and scalable.
Phase 2: Scaling & Go-To-Market (Weeks 6–14): The second phase is about taking the projects to the next level. Participants continue to build their projects while receiving in-depth technical support and business mentorship. The program culminates in a Project Showcase & Pitching Day, where founders present their projects to a panel of investors, industry experts, and the community.
📍AyaHQ x Lisk Incubation Program Cohort 1 Highlights:
For the first cohort of the program, we received 116 applications from across 10 countries. After a rigorous selection process, 25 projects were chosen to participate, and 12 projects successfully graduated. These projects spanned various industries, from finance to education to healthcare. Some of the standout projects that graduated from Cohort 1 include:
📍Founder’s Summit Demo Day
One of the most exciting moments of the program was the Founder’s Summit Demo Day , where participants had the opportunity to pitch their projects after months of intensive training and mentorship. The Demo Day was a high-energy event, showcasing the immense growth of the participating teams and providing a platform for them to engage with investors and potential partners.
📍AyaHQ x Lisk Incubation Progarm Cohort 2 Registration
The AyaHQ x Lisk Incubation Program is already gearing up for Cohort 2, and registration is now open! If you are an aspiring founder with a Web3 or blockchain project, this is your chance to be mentored by industry leaders, receive technical support, and gain the tools needed to take your idea to the next level. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join the next wave of African Onchain builders and launch your project into the global market.
Apply now for Cohort 2 and get ready to transform your idea into a market-ready solution.
📍Founder Testimonials:
Hear from some of the founders who participated in Cohort 1 and how the AyaHQ x Lisk Incubation Program has helped them transform their ideas into successful ventures:
Meet the Founders:
Nura Mohammed and Peter Nortey, co-founders of Fiatsend: Before joining the AyaHQ x Lisk Builders Incubation Program, they faced challenges such as unreliable internet and inadequate infrastructure. With the program’s support, they overcame these hurdles and successfully brought their project to life.
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Francis, CEO of Learnway: Initially, he had a great idea but was stuck in the “great idea, now what?” phase. The AyaHQ x Lisk Incubation Program helped him transform his idea into a fully developed product that now delivers real value to users.
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The AyaHQ x Lisk Incubation Program has proven to be a launchpad for African founders looking to make an impact in the Web3 space. Cohort 1 has shown the potential of African Onchain builders, and we can’t wait to see what Cohort 2 will bring.
