The Sanlam Foundation, in partnership with business development specialist Edge Growth, has opened applications for the Sanlam Group ESD Accelerator Programme, an 18-month initiative designed to help early-stage fintech businesses scale and access market opportunities within the insurance sector.
Support for High-Growth Fintech Startups
The accelerator offers a blend of business development support and features:
Hands-on workshops
High-impact masterclasses led by business growth experts
One-on-one coaching from experienced tech entrepreneurs
Access to advisory boards for strategic guidance
Market access opportunities and a chance to test and pitch solutions
How to Apply for the Sanlam Fintech Accelerator 2025
Interested founders must submit their applications by 1 August 2025. Applications should be sent to Yonela Ntshakaza at yntshakaza@edgegrowth.com with the subject line “Insurance Accelerator Programme”, along with an overview of their business and a brief motivation for participating in the programme.
What is the Sanlam Foundation?
Founded in 2011, the Sanlam Foundation is a non-profit organisation dedicated to driving economic inclusion and uplifting vulnerable communities across Africa. It plays a key role in expressing Sanlam’s corporate social investment values by:
Investing meaningfully in the economies of its operational markets
Contributing to poverty alleviation and community development
Supporting marginalised groups through targeted funding
The foundation offers two types of funding:
Small grants funding: Supports community development projects at a grassroots level
Core funding: Facilitated through Expression of interest (EOIs), advertised on the foundation’s website and social media channels
To apply for funding through the Small Grants Fund, click here.
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