Is Morocco the Next Hub for Innovation in Africa? - WISE On Air

In this episode of WISE On Air, we dive into the heart of Africa's burgeoning tech scene with Yassine Laghzioui, CEO of UM6P Ventures and Director of Entrepreneurship at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University. Discover how Morocco is positioning itself as the next Silicon Valley of Africa, and learn about the ambitious vision behind UM6P, often called the 'Stanford of Africa'.
Yassine shares insights on:
-The untapped potential of Morocco and Africa in innovation
-How UM6P is nurturing the next generation of entrepreneurs
-The role of deep tech in solving global challenges
-The art and science of venture capital in emerging markets
Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, an investor, or simply curious about the future of innovation in Africa, this conversation offers invaluable insights into a rapidly evolving ecosystem.
Join us as we explore how Yassine and his team are working to prove that it is indeed possible to reinvent the future of the world in Africa.
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00:00 Introduction to a New Vision in Africa
00:27 Meet Yassine Laghzioui: The Visionary Leader
01:07 Challenges and Opportunities in African Innovation
01:46 Yassine's Educational Journey
03:33 The Role of Teachers and AI in Education
05:07 From Morocco to France: A Personal and Professional Journey
06:23 Returning to Morocco: A Risky Decision
16:09 Operational Transformation at OCP
24:25 The Birth of UM6P University
28:32 The Unique Model of UM6P
30:03 Innovation and Ambition at UM6P
32:00 Challenges and Opportunities in African Innovation
34:00 Morocco's Strategic Position and Human Capital
37:13 UM6P's Global Strategy and Partnerships
41:04 UM6P Ventures: Boosting the Ecosystem
44:32 The Role of VCs in Solving Global Challenges
49:20 The Deep Tech Summit: Building the Future
53:07 Conclusion and Future Vision