The leading accelerator in Central Asia in partnership with Google for Startups
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Silkway Accelerator is a top-tier acceleration program in Central Asia for tech startups in their growth stage. During
12 intensive weeks, founders fully focus on their product, rapidly test hypotheses, and achieve explosive results.
Participants gain access to a global network of mentors, experts, and investors — becoming part of a powerful international community.
You’ll achieve what normally takes a year — in just 12 weeks. Work closely with trackers to validate hypotheses, accelerate growth, and scale faster.
We provide workspace and accommodation in Astana for up to 2 members per team from another city or country — so you can stay focused on traction and growth.
All participants are eligible for up to $100,000 in Google Cloud credits, 1:1 technical support, Google Workspace, skills training, and a dedicated Startup Success Manager as part of the Google for Startups Cloud Program.
Exclusive PR, events, exposure, and post-program alumni support. Priority access to international forums and programs.
At the end of the program, top-performing startups are shortlisted by Astana Hub Ventures for potential investment. The fund may invest between $100,000 and $500,000 in selected teams.
Demo Day at Digital Bridge connects you with top investors, corporates, and innovation ecosystem leaders — opening doors to funding, partnerships, and global exposure.
Results of the program featured by Digital Business.
Read more →During this stage, we collect and evaluate startup applications. Our team conducts a comprehensive assessment to select the most promising teams ready for intensive acceleration. All communication and notifications are sent to the email provided in the application.
The deadline is approaching — don’t miss your chance to scale with Silkway Accelerator.
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📍 Address:
Mangilik El 55/8, Yesil District, 010000, Astana, Kazakhstan
✉ Email:
programs@astanahub.com
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June 2, 2025 at 9:00
Tech startups with a working product in PMF or scale stage from Central Asia, the Caucasus and Mongolia.
Yes. It’s an offline program, and teams must be present in Astana throughout the 12 weeks.
Participation in the Silkway Accelerator is valued at $20,000. You can cover this cost in one of two ways:
The SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) is uncapped and includes an MFN (Most Favored Nation) clause, allowing the conversion into equity at the time of your next funding round.
To sign a SAFE, your company must be incorporated in a common law jurisdiction — AIFC (Kazakhstan), the US, or Singapore.
Tracking, mentorship, free office and accommodation, partnerships, networking, PR, Demo Day and investor support.
Yes, as long as you have a working product and stable client base — you’re a great fit.
Absolutely. We welcome startups from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, and Mongolia.
SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) is a simple contract that allows a startup to issue equity in the future — when it raises funding — instead of giving up shares immediately.
Participation in the Silkway Accelerator is valued at $20,000. This amount can be covered via a SAFE agreement — meaning you sign an investment document instead of paying in cash. It covers mentorship, tracking, infrastructure, and full support during the program.
Example:
If your startup later raises funding at a $4,000,000 valuation, a $20,000 SAFE will convert into approximately 0.5% equity in your company.
Astana Hub Ventures, as a venture fund, is always open to providing follow-on investment to successful startups that show traction and progress during the program. So if you succeed — this is just the beginning of your funding journey.
Deadline is June 2, 2025 (9AM). We recommend applying early for a better chance of selection.
