Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The Startup Charter reflects Egypt’s ongoing efforts to position innovation and entrepreneurship as key drivers of economic diversification, job creation, and sustainable growth within the country’s evolving technology ecosystem.
KAFD expects the supported startups to create income opportunities, generate employment for youth in the governorates, and deliver measurable economic and social impact as they move from concept to operational businesses.
An Algerian entrepreneur in Tokyo, Abderahmane Boucetta has launched DataInsta, a platform connecting companies with vetted AI and data experts. Founded in 2024, it enables firms to hire individuals or full teams, accelerating AI adoption across sectors through structured tools and global talent access.
Orange Corners Bangladesh has launched its next phase for 2026–2028, expanding incubation, ecosystem engagement, and investment pathways for youth-led ventures. Implemented by YY Ventures, the programme has already supported over 70 startups nationwide and will deepen its focus on young founders, women entrepreneurs, and regions beyond Dhaka.
Orange Jordan Foundation and ICON concluded a startup acceleration program in Karak and Aqaba, supporting 88 startups with training, mentorship, and resources. The initiative strengthened business growth and reinforced Jordan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Flat6Labs concluded its three-year StartMashreq Program with strong results across Jordan, Lebanon, and Iraq, supporting thousands of entrepreneurs, advancing inclusion, creating jobs, and unlocking significant startup funding. Backed by the Netherlands and IFC, the initiative demonstrated how targeted ecosystem support can drive resilient, cross-border entrepreneurship in challenging markets.
Salam has joined DeveGo 25 as a Strategic Sponsor, reinforcing its commitment to entrepreneurship and innovation in Saudi Arabia. Through initiatives such as the Salam Award for Promising Projects, the company is supporting early-stage startups and entrepreneurs while contributing to Vision 2030’s goals of economic diversification and sustainable growth.
Egypt’s Digital Egypt Creativity Centers (Creativa) and MINT by EGBank have launched the CREATIVA x MINT Tech Hackathon, a nationwide competition promoting digital innovation and youth entrepreneurship. Backed by ITIDA and Startup Factory, the event spans four cities and offers EGP 180,000 in total prizes, mentorship, and financial inclusion benefits, reinforcing Egypt’s Digital Transformation and youth empowerment agenda.
Kuwait City — The regional edition of Zain Great Idea (ZGI), the telecom group’s flagship tech startup accelerator, has officially kicked off with a series of intensive bootcamps across Zain markets. The program marks a new milestone as it expands beyond Kuwait to include founders from Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, offering startups access to mentorship, funding, and global exposure.
Zain Group launched the regional edition of its “Zain Great Idea” accelerator with intensive bootcamps for startups from six countries, focusing on mentorship, funding, and regional growth. Supported by ZainTECH and Zain Ventures, the program prepares founders for global expansion and Silicon Valley exposure.