The Mastercard Foundation FAST Program empowers young African entrepreneurs who are alumni of select leadership and scholarship programs. It provides financial support, enterprise development training, mentorship, and access to a network of entrepreneurs to help startups transition from early-stage to scalable, impactful ventures across Africa.
Applicants must be alumni of YALI, African Leadership Academy, Anzisha Prize Fellowship, or Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program. Eligibility is restricted to these specific alumni groups.