Rabat – Tamwilcom, a state-owned financial institution, and Japanese electronic giant Epson signed a partnership agreement last week aiming to bolster the growth of Moroccan startups.
The signing of the agreement took place on the sidelines of GITEX Africa, the continent’s largest tech convention.
The deal was signed by Hicham Zanati Serghini, Director General of Tamwilcom, and Ilias Azzaoui, Director General of Epson Francophone Africa and DomCom.
The partnership aims to enhance access to cutting-edge technology for Moroccan startups, supporting their innovation and growth.
Through the collaboration, Epson will provide advanced technological solutions to startups supported by the Innov Invest Fund. The goal is to equip these startups with the necessary tools to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Epson will supply a selection of high-end products for printing, scanning, and projection, alongside offering training and technical support to ensure optimal conditions for the startups’ initial project phases.
During the signing ceremony, Zanati Serghini remarked said that the partnership “creates new synergies between the private and public sectors, contributing to the dynamic Moroccan entrepreneurial landscape.”
“We are thrilled to partner with Epson, a global leader in advanced technology, to provide our Innov Invest Fund-supported startups with the means to accelerate their development,” he added.
Echoing this sentiment, Azzaoui said that “it is an honor to seal this partnership with Tamwilcom.”
“This strategic alliance marks the beginning of a promising collaboration aimed at fully supporting the most innovative startups in Tamwillcom’s portfolio,” he explained.
Tamwilcom stands out as “the ideal partner for us, playing a crucial role in strengthening and stimulating Morocco’s innovative entrepreneurial ecosystem,” Azzaoui remarked.
“As a technological leader, our goal is to offer solutions that enhance the efficiency and competitiveness of startups while adhering to sustainability principles. By combining our efforts, we will catalyze innovation, creating a positive impact on the local economy,” he added.
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