Open Startup has launched The Science Road, a new initiative to accelerate deep tech and research-led innovation across Africa as the organization celebrates its 10th anniversary.

• The initiative aims to help African startups transition from research to globally competitive businesses, focusing on sectors like healthcare, climate technology, and AI.
• Key person involved is Founder and CEO Houda Ghozzi, who aims to connect Africa's innovators to the world.
• A new investment arm, Openers First, will provide early-stage funding to selected startups from the platform to address a gap in specialized support and patient capital.