UM6P and STATION F join forces to boost Europe-Africa innovation
This initiative is designed to support approximately twenty startups annually, focusing on the Greentech, Agritech, and Healthtech sectors, by fostering connections between European and African ecosystems.
Announced on January 29, 2025, this partnership leverages a dual foundation: immersion in the vibrant Parisian ecosystem of STATION F and access to UM6P's extensive infrastructure in Morocco.
The collaboration offers a blend of mentoring, financing, and strategic networking. Startups involved will gain technical support from UM6P's laboratories and establish connections with influential players across Africa, all while tapping into the dynamic European scene at STATION F.
«This alliance embodies our ambition to connect the talents of both continents to meet Africa's technological and environmental challenges», stated Hicham El Habti, President of UM6P. Roxanne Varza, Director of STATION F, expressed enthusiasm for strengthening priority sectors such as Greentech and enhancing ties with Morocco, which is the third most represented country at the campus.
Although the overall budget for the initiative remains undisclosed, NextAfrica is set to forge a sustainable entrepreneurial bridge. It aims to harness the scientific expertise of UM6P alongside the innovative spirit of STATION F.
This strategy aligns with the Moroccan university's mission to nurture African talent and address continental challenges, while STATION F continues to solidify its status as a global innovation hub, already home to notable startups like Hugging Face and Alan.
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