Kenyan Startups Secure Four Spots in Google for Startups Accelerator Africa Class 10
On April 21, 2026, Kenyan startups Coamana, Duck, ReportsAI, and VunaPay were selected for the 10th cohort of the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa program, marking Kenya’s strongest showing in the initiative’s history.
The accelerator, which began in 2018, has supported over 180 startups across Africa, helping them raise more than $350 million in funding and create thousands of jobs. Class 10 focuses on AI-first startups addressing challenges in healthcare, climate resilience, agriculture, and societal benefits.
The 12-week hybrid program provides selected startups with personalized mentorship from Google experts, technical guidance on AI/ML integration, equity-free support including Google Cloud credits, and early access to cutting-edge Google AI tools.
Program Details and Selection
Applications for Class 10 opened on February 9, 2026, and closed on March 18, 2026. The program selected 15 startups from across Africa, with Kenya securing four of the available spots.
Folarin Aiyegbusi, Head of Startup Ecosystem for Africa at Google, emphasized the program’s vision for Class 10: focusing on AI’s potential to drive health and societal benefits by providing infrastructure and expertise to turn startups into research hubs for the continent.
About the Selected Kenyan Startups
The four Kenyan companies selected represent diverse applications of AI technology:
- Coamana: Focuses on agricultural technology solutions
- Duck: Develops AI-powered financial services platforms
- ReportsAI: Specializes in automated business intelligence and reporting tools
- VunaPay: Provides digital payment solutions for underserved communities
Program Impact and Outcomes
Selected startups will participate in a combination of remote and in-person sessions, including one-to-one mentoring, group learning, and sprint projects. The program culminates in a Demo Day and graduation event where startups showcase their progress.
Through equity-free support, mentorship, and access to Google’s technology resources, the accelerator aims to help participating startups scale their operations and increase their market impact across Africa.
As part of Google’s nearly decade-long commitment to fostering innovation across Africa, Class 10 continues the accelerator’s mission of supporting high-potential ventures that contribute to economic growth and job creation on the continent.
Kenyan Startups Secure Four Spots in Google for Startups Accelerator Africa Class 10
On April 21, 2026, Kenyan startups Coamana, Duck, ReportsAI, and VunaPay were selected for the 10th cohort of the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa program, marking Kenya’s strongest showing in the initiative’s history.
The accelerator, which began in 2018, has supported over 180 startups across Africa, helping them raise more than $350 million in funding and create thousands of jobs. Class 10 focuses on AI-first startups addressing challenges in healthcare, climate resilience, agriculture, and societal benefits.
The 12-week hybrid program provides selected startups with personalized mentorship from Google experts, technical guidance on AI/ML integration, equity-free support including Google Cloud credits, and early access to cutting-edge Google AI tools.
Program Details and Selection
Applications for Class 10 opened on February 9, 2026, and closed on March 18, 2026. The program selected 15 startups from across Africa, with Kenya securing four of the available spots.
Folarin Aiyegbusi, Head of Startup Ecosystem for Africa at Google, emphasized the program’s vision for Class 10: focusing on AI’s potential to drive health and societal benefits by providing infrastructure and expertise to turn startups into research hubs for the continent.
About the Selected Kenyan Startups
The four Kenyan companies selected represent diverse applications of AI technology:
- Coamana: Focuses on agricultural technology solutions
- Duck: Develops AI-powered financial services platforms
- ReportsAI: Specializes in automated business intelligence and reporting tools
- VunaPay: Provides digital payment solutions for underserved communities
Program Impact and Outcomes
Selected startups will participate in a combination of remote and in-person sessions, including one-to-one mentoring, group learning, and sprint projects. The program culminates in a Demo Day and graduation event where startups showcase their progress.
Through equity-free support, mentorship, and access to Google’s technology resources, the accelerator aims to help participating startups scale their operations and increase their market impact across Africa.
As part of Google’s nearly decade-long commitment to fostering innovation across Africa, Class 10 continues the accelerator’s mission of supporting high-potential ventures that contribute to economic growth and job creation on the continent.