OldPharma Partners with FasterCapital to Revolutionize Plant Waste into High-Value Nutraceuticals
Fez, Morocco & Dubai, UAE – Aug 07 2025
Oldpharma, an innovative Moroccan startup transforming plant waste into natural nutraceutical ingredients, today announced a strategic partnership with FasterCapital through its EquityPilot program. This collaboration aims to accelerate OldPharma’s market expansion across Europe, the USA, the Middle East, and Africa by leveraging FasterCapital’s global network and investment expertise to address critical export challenges faced by local cooperatives.
Market Opportunity & Problem Statement
The global nutraceutical market is rapidly expanding, driven by increasing consumer demand for natural health products and sustainable sourcing. However, many Moroccan cooperatives struggle to export due to inefficient use of natural resources and limited access to international markets, leading to economic hardship and poverty in rural areas. OldPharma addresses these inefficiencies by pioneering a circular economy model that fully valorizes plant waste, producing high-value eco-designed products such as aroma extracts, activated carbon, antioxidants, and green fertilizers. This approach not only improves product quality but also reduces operating costs, creating a significant white space in the competitive natural ingredients sector.
Startup Solution & Differentiation
OldPharma’s unique value proposition lies in its patented eco-innovative extraction process that transforms agricultural waste into four premium nutraceutical ingredients with competitive pricing and superior ecological standards. The startup’s hybrid business model combines social impact—creating 50 local jobs with a focus on women—and environmental sustainability, reducing carbon emissions by 90% and saving over 890 tons of water per production cycle. With a projected 45% net profit margin and 18-20% annual growth, OldPharma has already secured pre-qualified customers across multiple continents. Its integral zero-waste process and dual innovation in product and process technologies position it as a market leader in sustainable nutraceutical ingredient production.
FasterCapital Partnership Value
Through the EquityPilot program, OldPharma gains access to FasterCapital’s extensive global network, capital-raising support, and strategic mentorship. FasterCapital’s rigorous selection criteria ensure that only high-potential startups with scalable innovations are admitted, validating OldPharma’s business model and growth trajectory. The partnership will facilitate accelerated equipment installation, product qualification, and market entry, with milestones including patent filings and recruitment planned through late 2024. This collaboration is designed to fast-track OldPharma’s path to international market leadership while enhancing operational efficiency and financial sustainability.
Executive Quotes
Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, stated:
“OldPharma exemplifies the kind of innovative, impact-driven startup that aligns perfectly with FasterCapital’s mission to empower visionary entrepreneurs. Their circular economy approach not only addresses critical sustainability challenges but also unlocks significant market potential in the nutraceutical sector. We are excited to support OldPharma’s journey towards becoming a global leader in natural ingredient production.”
Mounia Benghazi, Founder and CEO of OldPharma, added:
“Our partnership with FasterCapital is a pivotal step in scaling our eco-innovative solutions beyond Morocco’s borders. With their strategic guidance and resources, we are confident in accelerating our product development, expanding our international footprint, and delivering sustainable value to health-conscious consumers and small farmers alike.”
Growth Trajectory & Future Plans
OldPharma plans to finalize equipment installation and begin production by December 2024, targeting €600,000 in revenue by 2027 with 10 new customers across key international markets. The startup will continue R&D efforts to expand its product range and recruit eight new talents by 2026 to support scaling operations. Capital requirements for the first investment stage total €401,000, focusing on material acquisition, premises, and operational costs. Long-term, OldPharma aims to lead the circular economy movement in the agri-food and nutraceutical industries, driving sustainable growth and social impact.
About OldPharma
Founded by environmental and chemical engineering experts with decades of experience in olive oil and local development, OldPharma is a Moroccan startup dedicated to revolutionizing plant waste recycling into high-value natural ingredients for nutraceuticals. Committed to sustainability, social impact, and innovation, OldPharma leverages patented eco-extraction technologies to serve global markets while empowering small farmers and reducing environmental footprints.
About FasterCapital
FasterCapital is a global venture capital firm and startup accelerator that supports early-stage technology companies through its EquityPilot program. With a proven track record of identifying and scaling high-potential startups, FasterCapital provides capital, mentorship, and strategic resources to entrepreneurs worldwide.