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25 July
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A Unique Opportunity for Financing and Technological Innovation in Cape Verde

The Google Africa Applied AI Lab 2026 presents a transformative opportunity for Cape Verde’s technological and scientific ecosystem. Designed to drive innovation across the African continent, this programme aims to support those developing practical solutions based on artificial intelligence to tackle complex local and regional challenges. For Cape Verdean talent, it represents a direct link to world-class resources, specialist mentoring and strategic funding.

With the digital ecosystem expanding rapidly across the archipelago, participation in this initiative enables local start-ups and academics to maximise the impact of their projects. The application of artificial intelligence can optimise sectors vital to the Cape Verdean economy, ranging from the sustainable management of marine resources and renewable energy to the modernisation of public health, agriculture and tourism. In addition to financial support, those selected will have access to the tech giant’s advanced computing infrastructure.

Who is eligible to apply, and what are the benefits?

The programme is open to founders of start-ups, academic researchers and innovation laboratories based in Cape Verde. Applicants must submit proposals that demonstrate technical feasibility, the ethical applicability of artificial intelligence and a clear plan for community or economic impact.

The selected projects will benefit from:

  • Direct funding grants for research and product development;
  • Access to Google Cloud credits and advanced machine learning tools;
  • Personalised support from global experts in technology and business acceleration;
  • Opportunities for networking with international investors and partners.

This is the ideal opportunity to position Cape Verde at the forefront of the technological revolution in Africa. If you have an innovative idea or are currently conducting research that uses artificial intelligence to bring about positive change, prepare your proposal and submit your application.

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