French South African Tech Labs
Our philosophy
As an international structure, the FSAT Labs’ primary goal is to transform ideas and projects into sustainable businesses, able to grow internationally from their incubation (6 months) to their acceleration (up to 24 months). In line with our inclusion values, the FSAT incubation program is FREE. Our team works to give you all the skills and material necessary to build your success : professional training (legal, marketing, accounting, oral presentation and many more), investors and sales pitch decks that really make you stand out, a robust business plan for your project, and a digital MVP (minimum viable product).
In essence, FSAT Labs invests from R300 000 to R500 000 in kind in your startup !
Our Vision
Inspired by Lean Startup and Design Thinking approaches, we support each incubated project with an agile team that delivers customised services to streamline South African market entry, rapid expansion and operational success.
Our Mission
The FSAT Labs program is dedicated to digital innovation. We empower entrepreneurs with a special focus on black entrepreneurship and connect them to the international French Tech ecosystem.
Our areas of expertise
The incubated projects of the FSAT Labs adress 5 key focus areas reflecting the specialisation fields of its founding members : SMART city / SMART home / SMART commerce / SMART media / SMART education.
Our Partners
Some Facts about the Labs
400
Square meters
70
People Capacity
13
Start-ups incubated or accelerated
100
%
A passionate team