Build boldly.
Scale on AWS
A hands-on program giving startups the cloud infrastructure, AI tools, and expert guidance to innovate faster, powered by Marlocks Technologies and Amazon Web Services.
Free Cloud Migration
Move to AWS at no cost, fully managed by Marlocks engineers.
Free AI Implementation
Worth $5K–$10K. We build your first AI use case for you
Free AWS Credits
Access AWS funding programs through Marlocks, no strings attached.
Complimentary Managed Support
Continuous cloud enablement for your team throughout the programme.
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Network Status
Official AWS Partner
Network Member
Capabilities
Cloud · AI · Data · DevSecOps
Program Benefits
Exclusively designed
for startups
We've packaged our full cloud and AI capabilities into a programme that removes every barrier standing between your idea and scale, at no upfront cost.
Exclusively for Startups:
Free Cloud Migration — Move to AWS at no cost.
Free FinOps Assessment — Identify hidden cost-saving opportunities.
Free AI Use Case Implementation — Worth $5K–$10K.
Free AWS Credits — Access AWS funding programs through us.
AI-Powered Modernisation Approach — Smarter architecture, faster innovation.
Complimentary Cloud Managed Support — Continuous enablement for your team.
Our Cloud Service Offerings
World-class cloud services, now available to your startup
Every Marlocks cloud service is available to accelerator members. From foundation to advanced AI, you get access to the full stack.
FinOps as a Service
Drive accountability and cost visibility across your AWS spend.
AI-Powered Digital Transformation
Integrate AI and ML into your products and processes for smarter outcomes.
Cloud Foundation & DevSecOps
Establish secure, compliant, and automated multi-account AWS environments.
Cloud Migration
Seamless, low-risk workload migrations — from assessment to cutover.
Cloud Modernisation
Refactor legacy systems into cloud-native, serverless, or containerized applications.
Data Solutions
Enable data lakes, analytics pipelines, and BI dashboards for insights at scale.
Cloud Managed Services
Continuous monitoring, optimization, and governance for peace of mind.
Who It's For
Built for founders at every stage
Whether you're shipping your first MVP or scaling to your next million users, we meet you where you are.
- Early-stage startups moving from prototype to production
- Growth-stage companies scaling cloud infrastructure intelligently
- Founders building AI-first or data-driven products
- Teams in FinTech, HealthTech, AgriTech, EdTech, CleanTech, SaaS, and beyond
- Startups across Africa and globally seeking world-class cloud expertise
Open to All Startup Stages
Idea / Pre-Product
MVP / Beta
Pre-seed & Seed
Series A & Beyond
How It Works
From Application to Launch in Four Steps
A simple, fast onboarding, so you spend less time on process and more time building.
Apply Online
Submit your startup details and cloud ambitions. Our team reviews every application within 5 business days.
Eligibility Review
A Marlocks cloud engineer meets with your team to understand your product and tailor your programme benefits.
Onboard & Activate
Your AWS environment is configured, credits activated, and a cloud roadmap delivered within 48 hours.
Build & Scale
Execute with full Marlocks support, workshops, office hours, and a quarterly demo day with investors and partners.
Register
Ready to build on AWS?
Applications are open for Cohort 4. Tell us about your startup and we'll be in touch within 5 business days.
- Free to apply, no fees, no equity taken
- Free cloud migration to AWS on acceptance
- Free AI use case implementation (worth $5K–$10K)
- Free FinOps assessment to cut your cloud costs
- Access to AWS credits through Marlocks
- Complimentary cloud managed support throughout
Start Your Application
Free to apply · No equity taken · We'll respond within 5 business days
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