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Apply for the Ambaqaad SME Acceleration Program

Applications open Wednesday, 12 August 2026

SME Accelerator Program 2026 - Application & Screening

Eligibility
Business Information
Applicant
Technology & Growth

Section 1: Programme Eligibility & Applicant Confirmation

All six statements must be answered Yes to be eligible for the SME Accelerator Program.

I am between 18 and 35 years old

Yes

The business has been operating for at least six (6) months and less than twenty-four (24) months

Yes

The business has a minimum of two (2) team members

Yes

The business is technology-based or technology-enabled

Yes

The business has an active digital presence (website, social media, mobile app, or e-commerce platform)

Yes

I am committed to participating in the SME Accelerator Program and willing to be mentored and coached

Yes

You do not currently meet the eligibility criteria.
All six requirements must be met to be considered for this intake. Please contact Telesom Academy at info@telesomacademy.com if you believe this is an error.

Section 2: Business Information

Tell us about the business you are applying with.

Business Name

Year / Date Established

Business Location

Business Sector

Main Product / Service

Business Registration Status

Registered

Not Registered

Registration / License No.

Number of Team Members — Male

Number of Team Members — Female

Number of Team Members — Total

Business Phone

Business Email

Website (if available)

Social Media Page(s)

Section 3: Applicant / Business Representative

Details of the person representing the business.

Full Name

Age

Gender

Female

Male

Position in Business

Mobile Number

Email Address

Are you an owner / co-owner?

Yes

Section 4: Technology & Digital Presence

Select all that apply.

Business area (select all that apply)

FinTech

Software Development

ICT Services

E-Commerce

Mobile Applications

Digital Marketing

Artificial Intelligence

Digital Innovation

Other

Digital platforms currently used (select all that apply)

Website

Facebook

Instagram

TikTok

WhatsApp Business

Mobile App

E-Commerce Platform

Other

Section 5: Business Performance & Growth

Current Business Stage

Early Stage

Growing

Established

Main Customer Type (select all that apply)

Individuals

Businesses

Government

Other

Current Market Coverage (select all that apply)

Local

Regional

National

Online

Other

Main Business Challenge (select all that apply)

Finance

Marketing

Sales

Operations

Management

Other

Received Previous Business Training?

Yes

After submitting, you will be taken to the payment page to complete your application. Your application is only reviewed once payment is confirmed.

Registrations for these courses are now closed due to high demand and limited spaces. We received an overwhelming number of applications and are unable to accommodate all applicants in this intake. A new round of courses will be launched in September 2026—please stay tuned and apply early.

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Personal Information
Course Selection
Education
Employment & Income
Household Information
Motivation
Consent

Step 1: Personal Information

Please provide your personal details accurately.

Full Name

Phone Number

Email Address

Gender

Date of Birth (Only applicants aged 18 to 35 are eligible)

Sorry, applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old to be eligible for this program. Please review your date of birth before continuing.

City

District

Area/Camp Name

Section 2: Course Selection

Please select the course you wish to enroll in.
Digital Marketing & Branding is open to female applicants only.

Select Course

Fullstack Web Development - Sunday, Monday, Tuesday (4:00-6:00pm)

Graphic Design - Monday & Tuesday (4:00-6:00pm)

Digital Marketing & Branding - Saturday & Sunday (4:00-6:00pm)

CCNA (Cisco Networking) - Wednesday & Thursday (4:00-6:00pm)

Digital Marketing & Branding is open to female applicants only.

Section 3: Education

Tell us about your educational background.

Highest Level of Education

Are you currently a student?

Yes

Institution Name

Section 4: Employment & Income

Tell us about your employment and income situation.

Employment Status

Monthly Personal Income

Sorry, applicants with a monthly personal income of more than $500 are not eligible for this program.

Section 5: Household Information

Tell us about your household situation.

Household Size

Number of Income Earners

Estimated Household Income

Sorry, applicants with a household estimated income of more than $1000 are not eligible for this program. Please review your selection before continuing.

Household Indicators (select all that apply)

Female-headed household

Single-parent household

Only one income earner

No stable income

Dependent on aid/support

Displaced household

Living in IDP Camp?

Yes

Camp Name

Do you consider your household low-income?

Yes

Sorry, applicants who do not consider their household low-income are not eligible for this program.

Have you previously received any free training support?

Yes

Sorry, applicants who have previously received free training support are not eligible for this program.

Section 6: Motivation

Tell us about your motivation for joining the program.

Why do you want to join?

How will this help you?

Can you commit to attending fully for four months?

Yes

Section 7: Consent

Please review and confirm your consent before submitting.

Application Requirements

General Application Requirements

The applicant must be between 18 and 35 years old
The applicant must have a middle school certificate (or equivalent)
The applicant must possess a national birth certificate/ID
The applicant must provide a passport-size photo
The applicant must have basic knowledge of computers and the internet
The applicant must be committed to completing the opportunity

Additional Information & Requirements

Screening Process: All registrants will undergo an interview process.
Assessment Requirement: Applicants for Cisco or Full-Stack Web Development programs will be required to complete a written assessment.

Program Requirements

Cisco Certificate (IT & Networking) & Full-Stack Web Development Requirements:

The applicant must have a high school certificate
The applicant must have a basic understanding of computers, programming, or networking

Consent

I confirm that I meet all the application requirements and that the information provided is accurate and true.

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Apply for the Ambaqaad SME Acceleration Program

Applications open Wednesday, 12 August 2026