Timbuktoo MineTech Accelerator Programme
- Organization: UNDP Africa + timbuktoo Africa Innovation Foundation + NISIR
- Type: Other
- Location: Africa
- Deadline: February 13, 2026
- Funding: Fully Funded
The timbuktoo MineTech Accelerator Programme aims to identify and support innovative mining-tech start-ups from across Africa, focusing on tech-enabled solutions that revolutionise the mining industry. Benefits include: - $25,000 equity‑free funding for selected startups (Phase II) - Mentorship and tailored workshops (problem definition, prototyping, business modeling, pitching) - Access to regulators, mining corporations, and innovation hubs - Post‑grant support for scaling solutions Focus areas: - Waste management & efficient mineral recovery - Data visualization & interpretation - Drone applications & surveying - Sustainability‑focused mining innovations

