Gemini Upper Egypt Incubators - III

This program, in collaboration with the Sawiris Foundation for Social Development and Galaxy Egypt, aims to support socially impactful startups in Upper Egypt by guiding them through their growth journey—from early stages to market readiness.
Uplift for Upper Egypt – Phase III will be launched in two phases, targeting the governorates of Qena, Luxor, and Aswan, followed by Minya, Assiut, and Sohag.
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Program Details

The Gemini Upper Egypt Incubators targets startups in Upper Egypt governorates, offering them a wide range of business workshops, tailored training sessions, coaching, networking events, and the opportunity to join the Gemini Alumni Network Group (GANG).

The program spans 4 months and includes the following specialized modules:

  1. Financial Plans and Projections
  2. Digital Marketing and Branding
  3. Social Impact, SDGs, and Legal Affairs
  4. Design Thinking and Problem-Solving
  5. Business Model and Value Proposition
  6. Customer Orientation
  7. Pitching and Proposal Writing
  8. Team Building and Management

Following the business bootcamp, startups will participate in a tailored coaching program with defined goals that match their specific needs. This ensures they maximize the value of the training and can effectively implement the knowledge gained into their startups.

Who can participate

  • From Upper Egypt governorates (Qena – Luxor – Aswan).
  • Age: 21 – 40.
  • Gender: all (Women are encouraged to join).
  • Founding team: 2 founders (preferable).
  • Stage: Prototype or MVP.
  • Must have a revenue-generating business model.
  • Must have social impact (inclusion, providing job opportunities, providing a vital product or service … etc)
  • Providing a novel product/service (preferable).
  • Able to commit to the program online and offline.

Program Timeline

Group 1277 (1)
15 February 2025
Applications Opening
Group 1277 (1)
15 March 2025
Applications Closing
Group 1277 (1)
31 March 2025
Shortlisting Startups
Group 1277 (1)
10 April 2025
Bootcamps Kick-Off
Group 1277 (1)
22 June 2025
Internal Pitching
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To be announced
Final Competition

WHAT ARE THE 3 MS?

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Matchmaking
Providing access and networking opportunities with relevant partners.
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Mentorship
Walking the growth journey with participating startups through training and one to one coaching.
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Money
Awarding monetary prizes by Sawiris Foundation for Social Development (EGP 60K).

Program Partners

Why Participate?
#GeminiUpperEgyptIncubators

MENTORSHIP, EXPOSURE, OPPORTUNITIES, AND NETWORK EXPANSION ARE SOME OF THE FEW REASONS YOU SHOULD PARTICIPATE!