Empowering female entrepreneurs is important for Egypt’s economic growth and gender equality. Despite their potential, women face challenges that hinder their entrepreneurial efforts. However, various initiatives, including government-led programs, are underway to address these challenges and help women unlock their full potential. Empowering female entrepreneurs contributes to a more inclusive and robust economy.

Minister of Planning and Economic Development and International Cooperation Rania Al-Mashat announced the expansion of the Orange Corners program to support startups in seven governorates.

The Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise Development Agency (MSMEDA) has announced a $3 million investment to enhance Egypt's entrepreneurship environment in collaboration with Foundation Ventures.

Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Hassan El-Khatib met with Basil Rahmy, Chairman of the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Development Agency (MSMEDA), to discuss expanding cooperation between the ministry and the agency in various sectors.

The Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise Development Agency (MSMEDA) has launched Khatwa Company, a financing institution aimed at supporting small and micro enterprises across Egypt.

Egypt’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Development Agency (MSMEDA) has signed a cooperation agreement with the Capital Ventures Development Fund 2 to support medium-sized enterprises.

Egypt has been experiencing a significant rise in startup activity in recent years. These innovative ventures, often driven by young entrepreneurs, are emerging as key players in driving economic growth and technological advancement. However, despite their potential, Egyptian startups face a number of challenges that hinder their growth and development. To fully realize the potential of startups, it is essential to look into these challenges while exploring government policies and initiatives that can support their success.

Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation Rania Al-Mashat has chaired the first meeting of the ministerial group for entrepreneurship.

Mastercard, a global payments technology company, has partnered with Entreprenelle, a social and business development organization, to support women entrepreneurs in Egypt.

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has issued a decree on the formation of a ministerial group for entrepreneurship.

The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency (MSMEDA) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Entlaq to enhance the investment and legislative landscape for entrepreneurship in Egypt, MSMEDA’s CEO Bassel Rahmy stated.

The General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) will launch a platform tasked with streamlining procedures for entrepreneurs and emerging companies within a few days, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly announced.