216 Capital Venture Accelerator Program Now Open for Applications
The 216 Capital Venture Accelerator program, launched in partnership with the global innovation platform Plug and Play, has officially opened its doors to startup applications.
A Program to Make Startups "Investment-Ready"
The 216 Capital Venture Accelerator is a six-month program designed to identify, prepare, and connect up to 20 startups with investors, corporate partners, and international markets. The program offers selected startups:
- An investment ticket of €50,000 per startup
- Personalized sessions with international mentors and VCs, with the possibility of larger investment tickets for the most promising projects at the end of the program
Upon completion of the program, startups will benefit from integration into the global Plug and Play network. With over 60 locations worldwide and more than 30 unicorns emerging from its network (including Dropbox, GuardantHealth, Honey, and PayPal), Plug and Play provides startups with continuous access to international investors, mentors, and partners.
Applications Now Open
Interested startups can submit their applications online from today until October 31, 2025: www.216capital.vc/venture-accelerator. The eligibility criteria are:
- Being a technological startup (pre-seed stage)
- Having at least 50% of its workforce based in Tunisia
- Having a registered legal entity in Tunisia (headquarters or subsidiary)
- Having developed a functional prototype (MVP) or a more advanced version of the product, already launched on the market
- Preferably, having obtained first customers or demonstrated promising initial results
Founders will have 4 weeks to prepare their applications and fill out the form.
About 216 CAPITAL
Founded in Tunis in 2021 by a team of entrepreneurs and investors, 216 CAPITAL is a Venture Capital company specializing in Seed/Early investments in technological companies. 216 CAPITAL invests in determined and creative entrepreneurs who build disruptive businesses. For more information: www.216capital.vc
About Plug and Play
Plug and Play is a global innovation platform. Based in Silicon Valley, we have established acceleration programs, corporate innovation services, and an internal VC to drive technological advancements faster than ever. Since our creation in 2006, our programs have expanded globally to include a presence in over 60 locations, providing startups with the resources needed to succeed in Silicon Valley and beyond. With over 95,000 startups and 550 official partner companies, we have created the ultimate startup ecosystem in many sectors. With over 30 unicorns in our community, including successful exits such as Dropbox, GuardantHealth, Honey, Lending Club, and PayPal, visit www.plugandplaytechcenter.com for more information.
