Ambitious hardware and Industry 4.0 startups in Tunisia are invited to apply for the EL Factory Startup Acceleration Program. Powered by EL Space Social Innovation Hub and supported by the Drosos Foundation, this intensive 3-month program is designed to help founders strengthen their product, validate their market, and scale their business.
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: Startup Acceleration Program
- For: Tunisian startups building innovative Hardware or Industry 4.0 solutions (beyond the idea stage)
- Key Benefits: 3-month mentorship, FabLab access, financial vouchers, business coaching, and Demo Day exposure
- Application Deadline: Open now (Limited to 7 startups; apply as soon as possible)
- Location: Tunisia (Hybrid / Lafayette, Tunis)
Startup Acceleration Program Overview
The EL Factory Startup Acceleration Program is a 3-month intensive journey specifically tailored for hardware and Industry 4.0 innovators in Tunisia. Designed for startups that have moved beyond the idea stage, the program bridges the gap between early product development and commercial scaling. By combining technical engineering support with strategic business coaching, EL Factory empowers entrepreneurs to refine their physical prototypes, validate their market fit, and build sustainable, high-growth enterprises.
Key Benefits
- Expert Mentorship: Direct access to seasoned industry professionals, technical engineers, and startup mentors.
- FabLab Access & Technical Support: Hands-on access to prototyping tools, machinery, and technical expertise at the EL Space FabLab to refine your hardware product.
- Financial Support: Dedicated funding assistance provided through vouchers to help cover essential product and business development costs.
- Business Coaching: Tailored training sessions covering go-to-market strategy, business model optimization, and commercial growth.
- Network & Investor Access: Unparalleled networking opportunities with key industry players, corporate partners, and regional investors.
- Demo Day Exposure: The opportunity to showcase your validated product and pitch to investors and ecosystem leaders at the concluding Demo Day event.
Eligibility Criteria
- Sector Focus: Startups developing innovative Hardware, IoT, or Industry 4.0 solutions.
- Maturity Stage: Must be beyond the ideation stage, possessing a prototype, MVP, or early-stage product ready for market validation and scaling.
- Geography: Open to startups based across any governorate in Tunisia.
- Commitment: Founders must be dedicated to actively participating in the full 3-month acceleration program.
- Cohort Limit: Highly selective, with spots reserved for only 7 promising startup teams.
How to Apply
Ready to take your hardware startup to the next level? Don’t miss this opportunity to secure the technical resources and strategic guidance needed to scale your solution. Applications are currently open, but spaces are strictly limited to 7 startups, so early submission is strongly encouraged.
To apply, complete and submit the official application form: EL Factory Application Portal
About EL Space Social Innovation Hub
Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Lafayette, Tunis, EL Space Social Innovation Hub is a pioneering community and coworking space dedicated to driving social innovation, entrepreneurship, and civic impact in Tunisia. EL Space empowers change-makers, innovators, and entrepreneurs by providing collaborative workspaces, capacity-building programs, and specialized technical resources like its hardware FabLab. The EL Factory project is implemented by EL Space with the support of the Drosos Foundation.
Learn More: EL Space Social Innovation Hub
