Deadline: November 10, 2025
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is inviting applications from high-potential tech-enabled startups in Morocco to join the Star Venture Programme.
The programme focuses on identifying and supporting tech-enabled ventures that are based in one of the EBRD’s participating countries of operations and have the potential for significant scale and an annual turnover of less than €1 million. Startups must offer an innovative, scalable tech-driven solution or business model, qualify as an SME under the EU definition, have an annual turnover of less than EUR 1 million, operate in at least one EBRD country of operation, be majority-owned by citizens of the relevant EBRD country, be less than 10 years old since registration, and be committed to continuous engagement throughout the 24-month programme.
Over the course of 24 months, selected startups will benefit from a comprehensive support package that includes a Business Diagnostics Workshop, business advisory services, mentoring, access to finance, market connections, and cloud-computing services combined with e-learning opportunities.
The Star Venture journey begins with a Business Diagnostics Workshop delivered in partnership with the University of Cambridge’s Institute for Manufacturing (IfM). This structured, hands-on session helps participants identify key growth opportunities and shape their engagement with the programme using proven methodologies applied to over 1,000 corporates and SMEs worldwide.
Following the workshop, startups receive tailored business advisory support designed to address their specific challenges. With guidance from local and international consultants, companies can strengthen areas such as strategy, marketing, operations, and finance.
Mentoring is a key component of the programme, connecting participants with a global network of over 1,500 mentors through partnerships with Seedstars and Dosen. These mentors, including Silicon Valley founders and industry experts, provide hands-on advice and insights tailored to each startup’s growth journey.
Access to finance is supported through connections with partner funds, investors, and experts. Although direct EBRD funding is not guaranteed, participants receive support to prepare and pitch to investors, attend workshops, and connect with venture capital and corporate venture capital funds. Advisory support is also offered for crowdfunding and capital market fundraising.
The programme also facilitates access to markets by connecting startups with investors, partners, and clients through global conferences, industry events, and business trips. Examples of such events include InnoVEX, Web Summit, GITEX Global, London Tech Week, How To Web, and GITEX Africa Morocco.
Additionally, participating startups gain access to cloud credits and e-learning resources through partnerships with Coursera, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Microsoft Founders Hub, ensuring they benefit from top-tier technology infrastructure and continuous learning.
For more information, visit EBRD.
