The Orange Corners acceleration programme in Ghana is an initiative of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, implemented by GrowthAfrica, Africa’s foremost business accelerator in partnership with Fidelity Bank, Vivo Energy Ghana, Meridian Port Services (MPS), and Cargill.
Our goal is to support the growth of ambitious entrepreneurs while helping to develop Ghana’s entrepreneurship ecosystem. To achieve this, we empower young entrepreneurs to formalise their ventures by offering a structured business acceleration programme. This includes access to capital, mentorship networks, and market opportunities. The Orange Corners Ghana initiative spans a 6-month acceleration programme comprising five 3-day workshops spaced four weeks apart. It also involves post acceleration in-business visits over 9-12 months to facilitate the development and execution of growth plans, along with masterclasses and personalised coaching sessions. Additionally, the Orange Corners programme facilitates connections between innovative entrepreneurs and the private sector, providing avenues for accessing finance, notably through the Orange Corners Innovation Fund.
What Orange Corners can offer you
Business acceleration
Structured business acceleration to help you audit, design and implement your business’ growth plan.
Coaching and mentoring
Events and networking sessions to connect you to potential partners, entrepreneurs and eco-system players for your business growth.
Coaching and mentoring
Coaching and mentoring sessions to help you with your personal development as an entrepreneur and leader.
OCIF
Ventures successfully completing the programme can apply for the Orange Corners Innovation Fund, offering up to EUR50,000 in partial grant and loan at 5% interest for 2 years.
Personalised follow-up
Access to experienced mentors and industry leaders to help you with feedback and follow up on your progress and development.
Further access to finance
Access to funding opportunities beyond the Orange Corners Innovation Fund.
When can I apply?
The application period for cohort 12: August 1, 2025 – September 7, 2025.
How can I apply?
You can apply by clicking on this link to the application form: https://bit.ly/OCGhana12
How will this programme benefit me?
The Orange Corners programme offers significant benefits for entrepreneurs. It offers several online masterclasses and GrowHow sessions to offer practical industry insights for entrepreneurs. (Please check regularly on the website and social media pages for dates and details.)
Successful applicants to the acceleration programme will benefit from a 6-month acceleration process and up to 12 months of post-acceleration catalytic support with an assigned growth catalyst. Participants will have an opportunity to access funding from the Orange Corners Innovation Fund and other sources of funding from partners and benefit from facilitated networking, mentorship and coaching sessions from industry professionals.
How will I know if I am selected?
The recruitment team will update you on the status and progress of your application through each stage of the process. Regularly check your emails not to miss any notifications.
When does the programme start?
The Orange Corners programme hosts 2 cohorts annually. In 2025, we are currently recruiting for Cohorts 12. Key dates for cohort 12 are below:
Cohort 12 Date:
- Shortlisting and selection for cohort 12: September 1,2024– 23rd September 2024.
- Contracting and onboarding cohort 12: January 20, 2025 – January 24, 2025
- Cohort 12 officially commences: February 5, 2025
Note Better: There will be 5 workshops for each cohort (Cohort 12) spaced 4 weeks apart and Pitch Day.
Does it cost anything to participate?
This programme is fully sponsored by Orange Corners. However successful applicants selected to participate in the acceleration programme will pay a non-refundable programme commitment fee of 250 USD. Travel costs to and from Orange Corners programmes are borne by participants.
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Where to find us
Orange Corners Ghana | WhatsApp and call: 0503915090 / 0244343121 | Buro, 1st floor, Osu Close (opposite Nyaniba market, adjacent Alley Bar, Osu, Accra, Ghana | [email protected]
