BIT Accelerator Pitch Contest 2026

Do you have an interesting business idea or founded a start-up and want to take the next step? Then apply!

Join students from all backgrounds to shape the future of Burkina Faso through innovative business ideas.

Registration deadline: July 13, 2026

Event Details

July 27, 2026 - 9:30 AM
10-minute pitch + 10-minute Q&A
BIT Campus, Koudougou
Open to All Students
Prize: Join the BIT Accelerator Hub

About the BIT Accelerator & Pitch Day

Our Mission

The BIT Accelerator program aims to promote students with innovative business ideas, helping them to bring their ideas to life and support the local economy. By supporting young students and founders with mentoring and first-hand business knowledge, we bridge the gap between dreaming and doing.

What You Get

Valuable feedback from expert jury
Networking with like-minded people
Chance to join BIT Accelerator Hub

BIT Accelerator Hub Benefits

Personal Coaching

Personal coaching & mentoring from industry experts

Funding

Funding to launch your business idea

Infrastructure

Office space & IT equipment

Network Access

Access to network & experts in Africa & Europe

Event Timeline

Registration Opens

June 24, 2026

Registration Deadline

July 13, 2026

Pitch Day

July 27, 2026

Accelerator Hub Starts

August 01, 2026

Our Partners

Shape the Future of Burkina Faso

Join us and make your business idea come to life!

Registration deadline: July 13, 2026