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Moroccan eyewear brand LNKO secures investment from Egyptian venture fund

A significant cross-border investment has emerged in North Africa's startup ecosystem as Egyptian-based Beltone Venture Capital invests in Moroccan eyewear company LNKO. The investment, while undisclosed, will fuel LNKO's expansion across Africa. LNKO, established in 2020 by Maha Bennani, has......

UM6P and STATION F join forces to boost Agritech, Greentech, and Healthtech startups

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) has announced a strategic partnership with STATION F, a global startup campus supporting over 1,000 startups. This collaboration aims to foster innovation and bridge the gap between Europe and Africa through a program called NextAfrica. In a statement, UM6P......

Morocco: The Emerging Tech Hub of Tomorrow

Morocco is positioning itself as the "future Silicon Valley," capitalizing on several key factors that foster the country’s technological rise. With increasing investments in startups, a youthful and skilled workforce, and strong support for innovation, Morocco is creating a unique environment......

Morocco and Spain Strengthen Scientific Ties with the Africa Canarias Challenge Research Program

In a significant move to advance cross-continental scientific collaboration, Morocco and Spain have deepened their partnership with the third edition of the Africa Canarias Challenge. This initiative aims to address critical challenges across Africa, focusing on water, energy, and health sectors. The......

American Cleantech Fund Lowercarbon Makes Strategic Push into French Startup Ecosystem

U.S. investment powerhouse Lowercarbon Capital is making significant inroads into France's cleantech landscape, with its latest investment spotlighting the fund's growing interest in European green innovation. The Wyoming-based firm, founded in 2018 by Chris and Crystal Sacca, has just added......

Moroccan Startups Face Uphill Battle: Only Half Survive Beyond 5 Years

Morocco's business landscape is facing significant challenges, as revealed by a recent joint report from the World Bank and the Moroccan Observatory of Very Small, Small, and Medium Enterprises. The study, titled "Unleashing the Potential of the Moroccan Private Sector: An Analysis of Business......

Morocco's Digital Leap: Boosting Startups for a Tech-Driven Future

Morocco is taking significant strides to propel its digital economy forward with a new initiative aimed at nurturing startups across all stages of development. This move is part of the country's ambitious "Digital Morocco 2030" strategy, which seeks to modernize public services and stimulate......

African Digital Summit: Shaping Africa’s Future With Innovation and Technology

The African Digital Summit returned to its birthplace in Casablanca on October 8 for its sixth edition, reaffirming the city’s pivotal role in driving Africa’s digital ambitions. This year’s summit brought together over 1,500 leading figures, including policymakers and tech innovators,......

Moroccan Startup Paves the Way for Students Seeking American University Education

In a groundbreaking initiative, Alilmia Academy is reshaping the landscape of international education for Moroccan students aspiring to study at prestigious universities in the United States. Founded in 2023, this innovative startup has quickly established itself as a crucial bridge between ambitious......