Calls for applications
published at 01.08.2026
Creation Africa Ghana Incubation Program
Sectors :
Architecture
Audiovisual
Books
Cinema
Design
Digital creations
Fashion
Heritage and museums
Music
Performing arts
Video games
Visual arts
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Countries :
Ghana
The French Embassy in Ghana, in partnership with Impact Hub Accra, is proud to announce the Call for Applications for the second edition of its flagship Creation Africa Ghana Incubation Program, designed to equip cultural and creative entrepreneurs with the knowledge, networks and capital required to scale their ventures and compete globally.
Help type: Ideas, initiatives, projects, Collaboration and networking (Professional network), Project funding (Grant)
Closing date for applications : January 16, 2026
Details
The beneficiary-centered program targets the Cultural and Creative Industries (CCIs) which are sectors involving the creation, development, production and distribution of goods, services and activities with cultural, artistic and/or heritage content specifically, Architecture, Design, Books & Publishing, Music, Cinema, Audiovisual content, Digital creations, Museums & Heritage, Media, Visual Arts, Video Games, Fashion & Luxury goods, Performing Arts and Culinary Arts.
As the implementing partner, Impact Hub Accra will lead the execution of the program, serving as the innovation engine behind its design and management. The hub is renowned for engineering collaborations between startups, investors and development partners, turning fragmented initiatives into structured, scalable value chains. Through its network of spaces and programs, IHA acts as a lab where local innovation meets global capital, shaping Africa’s next generation of ventures across sectors such as the creative industries, technology and the circular economy.
Selection Criteria
The top 30 projects will be selected based on the following criteria:
Innovation: Originality and creativity of the idea.
Feasibility: Clarity of business model and execution plan.
Impact: Potential to create jobs, promote culture, or advance sustainability.
Scalability: Readiness to grow locally and internationally.
Team Capacity: Strength and experience of the team.
NB: Special attention will be given to ensuring gender parity in the selection of the final projects.
Partners
Impact Hub Acra
Eligibility criteria
Nationality and residence
Age
Sector
Availability
Language
Registration
Experience
Stages
01/16/2026
Closing of applications
Last date to submit applications. After this date, no changes or submissions will be accepted.
Issuer(s)

French Embassy in Ghana
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