International Recognition for Tunisian Startups
On September 1, 2025, the international platform F6S unveiled its ranking of the 11 most promising deep tech startups in France. Three young Tunisian-founded companies made the list, confirming the vitality of the national ecosystem on the international stage: Monsapo France SAS, Agri Safe, and Guepard.
Monsapo: Revolutionizing Waste Management
Founded in 2023 in Paris by Hatem Hamdi, Sabrine Chennaoui, and Ghada Tawes, Monsapo stands out with its Sapocircle machine, which converts used cooking oil into eco-friendly cleaning products. This solution reduces waste disposal costs, ensures regulatory compliance, and enables companies to save over 50% on maintenance expenses. Backed by Techstars Global and several investors, the startup offers a sustainable model with a rapid return on investment estimated at 18 months.
Agri Safe: Intelligent Irrigation Systems
Based in Toulouse and launched in 2025 by Mohamed Mekki Maalej and Sana Darghouth, Agri Safe develops intelligent and connected irrigation systems. Using ground sensors, a LoRa/4G gateway, and a cloud platform, its solution allows farmers to monitor their water needs in real-time, detect leaks, and automate irrigation. This innovation aims to address a significant global challenge: sustainable water resource management.
Guepard: Reinventing Database Management
Founded in 2024 in Marseille by Koutheir Cherni and Mohamed Taher Rzigui, Guepard is revolutionizing database management. The startup offers a platform integrating artificial intelligence agents capable of automating heavy tasks such as data masking and regulatory compliance, while creating complete virtual environments in just a few seconds. By simplifying infrastructure for developers and analysts, Guepard aims to become a key player in the cloud and data industry.
A Testament to Tunisian Innovation
The presence of three Tunisian startups in this ranking confirms the dynamism and influence of Tunisian entrepreneurs in strategic areas such as sustainability, agtech, and data technologies. This is a strong indication that innovation born in Tunisia is now finding its place at the heart of European deep tech ecosystems.
