Paper Plane

Paper Plane is a program targeting African startups that have an MVP. It aims to provide entrepreneurs with access to pre-seed and seed funding opportunities, exposure in African markets, and the chance to connect with regional ecosystem players. The program is executed through a 7-week hybrid engagement that concludes in a fully funded immersion week held in Morocco.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Pre-seed and seed stages startups
• Incorporated within the African continent
• Aimed at international scalability
• Tech-enabled solution tackling global challenges
• Proven traction with demonstrated market validation and business progress

Program Benefits

A Learning approach based on practice

Participants will deepen their knowledge on crucial topics through: – Training and panel sessions led by experienced trainers; – Hands-on experience with home assignments; – Exchange sessions and peer-to-peer learning.

Financing opportunities and matching

Participants will have the opportunity to present their ideas and engage with Venture Capitalists (VCs) and accelerators, fostering potential pre-seed and seed investment connections.

Ecosystem Immersion

During the fully funded immersion week in the African country, startups will have the opportunity to gain insights into the Moroccan market, understand its key players, and dynamics, and identify available opportunities.