Gemini Upper Egypt Accelerator
This program, in cooperation with the Sawiris Foundation for Social Development, aims to accelerate startups with social impact in Upper Egypt to support them through their journey of growth.
Gemini Upper Egypt Accelerator targets
startups and MSMEs in 6 governorates
[Minya – Assiut – Sohag – Qena – Luxor – Aswan].
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Program Details

Gemini Upper Egypt Accelerator targets startups and MSMEs in Upper Egypt governorates offering them an opportunity to grow by developing their products/services, giving them access to market, preparing them to meet investors and enhancing their business skills!

The program spans over the duration of 4 months and offers the following:

  1. Startup/MSME growth acceleration
  2. Magnification of social impact
  3. Engagement with corporate partners
  4. Preparation for investment readiness
  5. Access to BDS and legal support
  6. Networking with business and technical experts

In addition to the technical and business mentorship offered throughout the program activities, Gemini Upper Egypt Accelerator will provide the participating startups and MSMEs with one-to-one coaching aiming to support them through the implementation of the acquired knowledge on their specific business models.

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Who can participate
  1. Age: 21 - 45.
  2. Gender: all (with special focus on women-led enterprises).
  3. Founding team: 2 founders (preferable).
  4. Stage: MVP (a must).
  5. Registered (preferable)
  6. Revenue-generating business model (a must).
  7. Social impact (a must).
  8. From Upper Egypt governorates (Al Minyah - Assuit - Sohag - Qena - Luxor - Aswan).
  9. Able to commit to the program online and offline.

Timeline

18, January, 2024
Opening
Applications Opening
04, February, 2024
Closing
Applications Closing
08, February, 2024
Selection
Shortlisting Startups
11, February, 2024
Upper Egypt Accelerator - Kick Off (1)
Coaching & Mentorship
19, May, 2024
Preparatoion
Pitching Preparation
To be announced
Final Event
Final competition

WHAT ARE THE 3 MS?

Matchmaking
Matchmaking
Providing access and networking opportunities with relevant partners.
Mentorship
Mentorship
Walking the growth journey with participating startups through training and one to one coaching.
Money
Money
Awarding monetary prizes by Sawiris Foundation for Social Development
Why Participate?
#UpperEgyptAccelerator
MENTORSHIP, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES, AND NETWORK EXPANSION ARE SOME OF THE FEW REASONS YOU SHOULD PARTICIPATE!