UM6P/Sothema Africa MedTech Challenge for African Entrepreneurs 2023

Sothema and Mohammed VI Polytechnic University are calling for innovative companies and entrepreneurs to leverage technology to develop the most innovative treatments and bring healthcare to the next level. No matter if you're working with big data, AI, API or robotics, we want to hear about your solutions to become the next revolution for researchers, doctors and patients. 

This is an incredible opportunity to showcase your talent and make a real impact in healthcare. 

Participate now, for a chance to collaborate with Sothema and Mohammed VI Polytechic University. You will also have the opportunity to pitch your solution at the AU EU Innovation Festival in Cape Town and win a license to the Accelerator squared program!

• Table of Content
• About Mohammed VI Polytechnic University ( UM6P)
• UM6P/Sothema Africa MedTech Challenge
• Aim and Benefits of UM6P/Sothema Africa MedTech Challenge
• Requirements for UM6P/Sothema Africa MedTech Challenge Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for UM6P/Sothema Africa MedTech Challenge
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Mohammed VI Polytechnic University ( UM6P)

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University ( UM6P) is a Moroccan non-profit private research university. Its main campus is located in Ben Guerir, near Marrakech, with branches in Rabat and Laayoune. The university is an institution oriented towards applied research and innovation and is engaged in economic and human development, with a focus on African development. The university hosted its first cohort of students in 2013 before being officially inaugurated on January 12, 2017.Since then, the university has continued to expand to become a leading resea... continue reading

UM6P/Sothema Africa MedTech Challenge

Aim and Benefits of UM6P/Sothema Africa MedTech Challenge

Finalist prizes include:

• Customized support by Sothema's experts according to your project's needs 
• Access to technical resources provided by Sothema
• Spotlight in Sothema's and ENRICH in Africa's communication channels 
• Invitations to the final event in Cape Town
• A License for the Accelerator Squared online platform

Requirements for UM6P/Sothema Africa MedTech Challenge Qualification

This Challenge is open and offered solely to:

• Startups. A business entity, regardless of its business area. Startups may be required, in Sponsors’s sole discretion, to provide proof of (i) company registration by submitting a registration certificate issued within the last three (3) months, or ongoing company registration, or any trade registry and proof ensuring the registration of the entity in the relevant country, and (ii) a valid professional insurance policy subscription. 

Interview date, Process and Venue for UM6P/Sothema Africa MedTech Challenge

Timeline

• Application: March 2023 - May  7, 2023
• Shortlisting: May 8, 2023 - May 14, 2023
• Final Event: June, 15 2023

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details,visit UM6P website