Investment Details
Investor Type
Corporate VC
Asset Class Focus
Venture Capital
Stage Focus
Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A
Geographical Focus
Ghana, Kenya, Egypt, Tunisia, Libya, Morocco, Algeria, South Africa, Sudan, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Zambia, Uganda, Tanzania, Cameroon, Senegal, Mozambique, Angola, Ivory Coast, Madagascar
Industries Focus
- Energy
- Agriculture
- HealthTech
- Artificial Intelligence
- Chemicals
- GreenTech
- Industry 4.0
Investor Details Founded: 2019
UM6P Ventures is the investment arm of University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P), established to advance entrepreneurship and accelerate scientific innovation in Morocco and Africa. The firm operates two funds: a Digital Transformation Startup fund and a Deeptech Ventures fund, focusing on pre-seed and seed-stage investments in startups from inception to Series A funding. UM6P Ventures leverages its extensive network of incubators, accelerators, and investors to provide startups with capital, advanced talent sourcing, subject domain expertise, and access to specialized equipment and infrastructure. The firm's investment portfolio spans sectors such as Agriculture, Chemicals, GreenTech, HealthTech, Energy, Artificial Intelligence, and Industry 4.0. Through strategic partnerships and a robust ecosystem, UM6P Ventures aims to foster innovation and drive economic development across the African continent.
The firm's investment strategy emphasizes supporting innovators and entrepreneurs in the fields of science and technology, with a particular focus on sectors that align with UM6P's mission to promote sustainable development and technological advancement. By providing comprehensive support, including funding, mentorship, and access to a vast network of resources, UM6P Ventures seeks to nurture startups that have the potential to scale and make a significant impact in their respective industries. The firm's commitment to fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship is evident in its active involvement in various programs and initiatives aimed at accelerating the growth of early-stage ventures.
UM6P Ventures' approach to investment is characterized by a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities within the African market. By combining financial support with strategic guidance and access to a wide range of resources, the firm endeavors to create a conducive environment for startups to thrive. Its focus on sectors such as Agriculture, Chemicals, GreenTech, HealthTech, Energy, Artificial Intelligence, and Industry 4.0 reflects a forward-thinking approach aimed at addressing critical issues and driving progress in key areas of the economy. Through its investments, UM6P Ventures contributes to the broader goal of fostering innovation and economic development across Africa, positioning itself as a key player in the continent's venture capital landscape.
Requirements
- Innovative startups in science and technology sectors
- Pre-seed to Series A stage
- Alignment with UM6P's mission and values
- Potential for scalability and impact in the African market
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Portfolio Companies
- DeepEcho
- SehaLink
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