Orange Corners Morocco is launching a new 100% female cohort to support and accelerate women-led startups, MSMEs, and cooperatives. This 5-month incubation program provides intensive training, mentorship, and funding opportunities to help 15 ambitious projects scale their impact.
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: Incubation Program
- For: Female Entrepreneurs (Aged 18-35) in Morocco
- Key Benefits: Up to 300,000 MAD in funding, 3,000 MAD monthly stipend, mentorship, and network access
- Application Deadline: July 19, 2026
- Location: Rabat, Morocco & Remote
Incubation Program Overview
The Orange Corners Morocco program is a dedicated 5-month journey running from August to December 2026. It is designed to support 15 innovative and ambitious women-led projects across all sectors, including social entrepreneurship, green economy, technology, creative industries, and health. The program aims to help founders structure their businesses, accelerate growth, and expand their professional networks through a blend of practical training, personalized coaching, and comprehensive financial backing.
Key Benefits
- Track I – Startup Support: Participants receive a monthly living stipend of 3,000 MAD for the duration of the incubation, alongside a 20,000 MAD grant awarded at the mid-point to support project implementation.
- Track II – Growth Support: Top 3 to 5 startups selected at the final Demo Day will unlock additional funding ranging from 100,000 MAD to 300,000 MAD. This funding is structured as a mix of a grant (2/3 of the amount) and a zero-interest honor loan (1/3 of the amount).
- Expert Mentorship & Coaching: Access to collective thematic training (both in-person in Rabat and remote), as well as 1-on-1 personalized coaching from national and international experts.
- Strategic Networking: Immediate integration into a dynamic community of successful entrepreneurs, industry experts, investors, and vital ecosystem partners.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be female project leaders aged between 18 and 35 years old. (In co-founded teams, at least one founder must meet this age requirement).
- Must be developing a startup, micro/small/medium enterprise (MSME), or cooperative in the launch or growth phase.
- The business must be based in Morocco (open to women from all regions of the Kingdom).
- Projects will be evaluated on execution capacity, technical feasibility, business model viability, current achievements, team complementarity, and potential for job creation and social/environmental impact.
Selection Process and Key Dates
- Deadline: Applications close strictly at midnight on Sunday, July 19, 2026.
- Selection Bootcamp: Shortlisted projects will be invited to deliver a 15-minute pitch in front of a final selection jury in Rabat on July 28 and 29, 2026. Following this bootcamp, the final 15 projects will be chosen for the cohort.
How to Apply
Your project deserves to reach the next level. Secure your spot and submit your application before the deadline on July 19, 2026.
Apply here: Application Form
About Incubateur Bidaya
The Orange Corners program is an initiative deployed in Morocco by Incubateur Bidaya, with the support of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, the Embassy of the Netherlands in Morocco, and the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO). The financial support component of the program is implemented in partnership with StartUp Maroc.
Learn More: Orange Corners Morocco
