On the 4th of October, University Mohammed VI Polytechnic participated in Africa Day 2025, organized by the French African Foundation and Axian, at Sciences Po in Paris.
As part of the event, President Mr. Hicham El Habti joined a panel discussion on “Supporting African entrepreneurs in the field of technology.” The session explored the key conditions for African startups to thrive, emphasizing the importance of connectivity, hands-on training, and partnerships. President shared UM6P’s vision for promoting research, developing talent, and fostering entrepreneurship across the continent. He also highlighted initiatives such as the GLOBAL HUBS Network, NextAfrica program, and U-Founders incubation platform, which aim to bridge the gap between academic research and market-ready solutions.
The event aims to raise awareness among young people about the major challenges facing the African continent through insights from leading figures; inspire students to engage in impactful projects or pursue careers in Africa through concrete experiences and meaningful exchanges; and bring together a community through an annual gathering celebrating excellence and the strength of Franco-African relations