Gov’t discusses preparations for International Entrepreneurship Festival in November - Egyptian Gazette

2026-11-06 · Cairo

Hosted in Cairo by the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development, this three-day conference connects local and global founders to strengthen Africa's startup ecosystem and draw venture capital investment.

The third edition of the International Entrepreneurship Festival in Egypt. The event aims to position Cairo as a gateway for cross-border partnerships, strengthen Africa's entrepreneurship ecosystem, and attract venture capital investment.

Founder brief

Who should attend

Founders seeking cross-border partnerships across Africa and the wider region will find relevant contacts throughout the weekend. The program welcomes sector-agnostic startups aiming to connect with international markets and institutions, particularly those positioning their businesses for broader venture capital interest.

What happens

Spanning from November 6 to November 8, 2026, the festival brings together sessions and exhibitions focused on international collaboration. More than one hundred exhibitors will showcase projects, alongside programming led by dozens of international speakers addressing regional business growth.

Who's in the room

Turnout reaches more than 10,000 participants traveling from 70 countries, including sixty international speakers and key government figures like Ahmed Rostom, Minister of Planning and Economic Development. Alongside founders, attendees comprise venture investors, global ecosystem builders, and exhibiting teams.

How to prepare

Without a formal pitch competition on the schedule, direct your efforts toward conversational networking. Prepare a crisp, verbal introduction explaining your company's traction and cross-border expansion plans, and map out which international delegations and exhibiting companies align best with your operational goals.

Organizer: Ministry of Planning and Economic Development

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At a glance

Attendance
more than 10,000 participants from 70 countries, over 100 exhibitors, and 60 international speakers
Sectors
Agnostic

Speakers, judges and hosts

  • Ahmed Rostom — Minister of Planning and Economic Development, Ministry of Planning and Economic Development (Host)

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