Rise, a Nigerian fintech startup, has been selected to join the Techstars & Western Union Accelerator program in the United States. This opportunity provides Rise with access to mentorship and funding, as part of a three-month, mentor-led initiative aimed at supporting startups that are innovating in financial services and money movement.

The accelerator, based in Texas, offers each participating company $120,000 in investment and connects them with industry experts.

Reacting to the development, Rise’s founder and CEO, Eleanya Eke, described the selection as a major step forward for the platform. He highlighted that partnering with Techstars and Western Union would enhance Rise’s ability to link users with top-tier investment opportunities globally. Eke said the program offers both the platform and the support needed to build a high-quality solution for its users.