About us

Empowering Africa’s Future Through Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Innovation

What We Do

We harness the power of research, data, and innovation to reshape entrepreneurial ecosystems. By analyzing networks and fostering collaboration, we create actionable strategies to transform the entrepreneurial landscape in Africa and beyond.

Our Vision

To become the cornerstone of entrepreneurial innovation in Africa, driving productivity, job creation, and sustainable growth. We envision a future where strengthened ecosystems foster social well-being, economic resilience, and democratic development across the continent.

Our Ambition

At the Observatory of Support for Entrepreneurship (OSE) in Africa, we are on a mission to revolutionize entrepreneurial ecosystems. Through cutting-edge network theory and data-driven analysis, we uncover the intricate relationships, opportunities, and challenges that define Africa’s entrepreneurial landscapes.

Our ambition is clear:

  • Inspire transformative innovation.
  • Empower communities.
  • Propel long-term economic growth.

Our Mission

  • Conduct extensive, impactful research.
  • Map dynamic interactions within ecosystems.
  • Identify actionable opportunities for growth and innovation.

We provide actionable insights to policymakers, business leaders, and ecosystem builders to strengthen entrepreneurial frameworks across Africa.

Our Values

  1. Innovation – At the core of everything we do.
  2. Collaboration – Fostering partnerships that create change.
  3. Analytical Excellence – Data-driven insights for real-world impact.
  4. Sustainability – Building ecosystems with lasting positive effects.

Our Journey : A Timeline of Impact

Governance and Organisation

Scientific Council

We are guided by thought leaders and global scholars, including:

David B. Audretsch
David B. AudretschScholar
Didier Chabaud
Didier ChabaudScholar
Karim Messeghem
Karim MesseghemScholar
Saras Sarasvaty
Saras SarasvatyScholar
Erik Stam
Erik StamScholar

Advisory Board

Our board includes esteemed deans, entrepreneurs, and scholars such as:

Marie-Christine Chalus Sauvannet
Marie-Christine Chalus SauvannetDean
Leila Doukali
Leila DoukaliEntrepreneur
Stephane Foliard
Stephane FoliardScholar
Norris Krueger
Norris KruegerScholar
Alon Rozen
Alon RozenDean
Allan Villegas
Allan VillegasScholar

Our Team

Our multidisciplinary team combines entrepreneurial spirit, technical expertise, and community leadership with a deep focus on Africa’s potential.

Gregory Guéneau, PhD
Gregory Guéneau, PhDCEO & Founder
Scholar / Entrepreneur / Investor in Impact Entrepreneurship and Education in Africa
Eric Leguay
Eric LeguayCTO & Partner
Tech Evangelist, top pedagog, digital expert for international institutions
Majdouline Ettahri
Majdouline EttahriCPO & Partner
A Partnership partner, with a strategic advantage !

Partners