As the first initiative of its kind in Africa, the Qualcomm “Make in Africa” program offers a groundbreaking, equity-free mentorship initiative aimed at empowering African start-ups dedicated to community-driven innovation. This program provides selected start-ups with comprehensive mentorship, education, and training in transformative technologies, with a strong focus on 5G, Edge AI, machine learning, computing, and the Internet of Things (IoT). Each year, ten promising start-ups from across the continent are chosen to receive tailored support, including technical, business, and intellectual property (IP) guidance. As a proud partner, Adams & Adams contributes $2,500 in IP support to the winners, championing innovation and sustainable growth across Africa. Click her to view the startups for both the 2023 and 2024 program Qualcomm Make in Africa | Qualcomm

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