The Westerwelle Startup Haus Tunis Entrepreneurship Programme (WSHTEP) is a joint initiative launched by Westerwelle Startup Haus Tunis and GIZ Tunisie.

The WSHTEP is an acceleration programme supporting Tunisian late-stage entrepreneurs grow their businesses by providing them with tailor-made support for expanding operations. The programme introduces the founders to a pan-African network of entrepreneurs and supporters and offers workshops and consultancy sessions on topics related to raising funding, expanding operations, and building teams.

• What:
  6 months inhouse acceleration programme at the WSHT
• Who:
  30 startups that fulfil the selection criteria:
  • Team of at least two members
  • Existing minimum viable product
  • Demonstrated innovative business model
  • Ready to grow towards funding and expansion
• Benefits:
  • Capacity building workshops on entrepreneurship, sales, and fundraising
  • Free co-working space and facilities at the Westerwelle Startup Haus Tunis
  • Access to an international network of entrepreneurs and supporters