Aswan Bootcamp Series Launched to Boost Upper Egypt’s Startups

STARTUP VENTURE CAPITALDecember 21, 2024 at 10:51 PM UTC

TLDR

Egypt’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Dr. Amr Talaat, inaugurated the Aswan Bootcamp Series
The program aims to foster regional economic development by equipping startups with essential business skills
Participants will benefit from workshops, one-on-one mentoring, and insights from Plug and Play’s global expert network

Egypt’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Dr. Amr Talaat, inaugurated the Aswan Bootcamp Series to empower Upper Egypt’s tech entrepreneurs.

Backed by ITIDA, Plug and Play Egypt, and USAID, the program aims to foster regional economic development by equipping startups with essential business skills. The boot camp will host five eight-day sessions for startups in agri-tech, health-tech, e-commerce, government-tech, and tourism.

Participants will benefit from workshops, one-on-one mentoring, and insights from Plug and Play’s global expert network. The program will support over 60 startups, focusing on financial management, product-market fit, scalability, and commercialization.

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Key Takeaways

The Aswan Bootcamp Series underscores Egypt’s efforts to decentralize innovation and foster tech entrepreneurship in underrepresented regions like Upper Egypt. By bridging gaps in resources and networks, the initiative aims to position Aswan as a regional tech hub. Continued mentorship and exposure to Cairo’s established startup ecosystem will provide participants with long-term growth opportunities, helping them secure investments and build collaborations. This initiative aligns with broader national goals to drive inclusive economic growth through tech-driven entrepreneurship.

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