Paystack has launched Small Business Launchpad, a four-week programme offering active merchants in Nigeria access to business clinics, expert office hours and three months of free payment processing.
The first cohort opens on August 27, 2026, and will admit up to 50 selected businesses.
Participants will work through practical clinics, expert office hours and direct Paystack support, with sessions covering customers, cash flow, operations and growth.
The programme follows the Paystack Small Business Bundle launched in June, which gave eligible merchants discounted access to products and services from partner companies. Launchpad adds structured learning, expert access, community and hands-on guidance for founders and operators.
Active Paystack merchants running small or medium-sized businesses in Nigeria can apply, subject to an eligibility review. Selected merchants must commit to the full four weeks and pay a participation fee of ₦150,000 (about $109).
In return, participants get business clinics led by experienced operators and subject-matter experts, expert office hours for business-specific questions, and priority Paystack support for the duration of the programme.
Graduates also receive three months of free processing capped at ₦25 million (about $18,250), product benefits and early access opportunities on Paystack, and access to a Launchpad community that continues after the four weeks end.
Jumoke Gbeleyi, Strategy and Operations leader at Paystack, said small business owners make decisions daily about customers, cash flow, operations and growth, often with limited time and support.
She said Launchpad allows the company to work more closely with merchants, connect them with experienced operators, and help them leave with stronger systems, relevant networks and actions they can apply immediately.
The first cohort will cover customer acquisition, financial structure and business systems, with lessons led by founders, senior operators, finance specialists and business leaders.
Confirmed contributors include Babajide Duroshola, Managing Director for Nigeria at M-KOPA; Luther Lawoyin, co-founder of Pricepally; Nana Abu, senior manager at KPMG; Kenny Isichei of Bumpa; and Jumoke Dada, founder of Taéillo.
Small Business Launchpad will focus on Nigeria at launch, with Paystack signalling plans for additional cohorts in future.
Applications for the first cohort are now open.
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