Marrakech – North Star Africa, the continent’s largest startup showcase, is hosting over 700 startups and 400 investors from more than 35 countries at the fourth edition of GITEX Africa Morocco in Marrakech. Held under the authority of the Ministry of Digital Transition and Administration Reform, GITEX Africa is hosted by the Digital Development Agency (ADD) and organized by KAOUN International. North Star Africa registered a 30% year-on-year increase in participating startups. North Star Africa connects startups directly with investors responsible for over 80% of all African startup funding. At the heart of the North Star Africa program is Morocco 300.

Source: The North Africa Journal April 09, 2026 18:01 UTC