The University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P) has successfully organized the second edition of the DeepTech Summit, solidifying its reputation as a leading force in fostering innovation across the continent. Themed “Redefining Progress: How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming DeepTech Innovation,” the event attracted over 5,500 participants from 53 countries, highlighting the growing intersection of artificial intelligence and frontier science tailored to African contexts.
According to an official statement, the summit, held on May 8–9, 2025, at UM6P’s Benguerir campus, featured more than 3,000 students and 186 expert speakers, underscoring Africa’s increasing influence in global science and innovation ecosystems. The program included 66 sessions spanning key areas such as AI, climatetech, agritech, and quantum computing, offering a platform for research exchange, investment partnerships, talent discovery, and deep industry engagement.
A standout moment of the event was the introduction of the inaugural DTS Prize, which honored startups blending scientific excellence with tangible real-world impact. Over 300 applications poured in from countries including Morocco, Nigeria, Kenya, India, France, and the USA, with 25 per cent of submissions coming from female founders.
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Winners included Tunisia’s Cure Bionics, recognized as the Best DeepTech Startup in Life Sciences; Sand to Green, which claimed the top spot in the Green Economy category; and Nyungu Afrika, celebrated as the Most Promising African Startup. Each winner received $50,000 along with exclusive access to UM6P’s state-of-the-art research facilities and investor networks. Sawari Ventures was also specially acknowledged for supporting transformative science ventures across the continent.
Yassine Laghzioui, UM6P’s Director of Entrepreneurship and Venturing, emphasized the importance of aligning science with practical application. “Through its agenda and collaborations, the second edition of the DeepTech Summit has reinforced a powerful belief: scientific breakthroughs reshape the world only when they converge with industry, talent, markets, and patient capital,” he stated.
The summit also facilitated the signing of multiple academic and industrial Memorandums of Understanding, strengthening the foundation for African-led technological co-development. With its focus on homegrown solutions, DTS 2025 marks a pivotal step in global DeepTech collaboration, firmly rooted in the African continent.
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