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?? Final Call! Applications Close at Midnight Tomorrow! ?? This is your last chance to join the 500 Global Scale Up Program in Egypt—where ambitious founders can gain the tools, connections, and mentorship to help them scale faster and go global. ?? https://lnkd.in/e5MR4R69 500 Global | Information Technology Industry Development Agency, ITIDA

It was great to be in Jordan at the Dead Sea as part of a delegation and also moderating a panel called "Financing for Digital Development in the Era of AI" as part of the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) 4th General Assembly held two weeks ago end of February. Was great to have you on the panel and meet you in person HH Wamkele Mene from African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Dima Al-Khatib from United Nations Office for South-South Cooperation (UNOSSC), Courtney Powell from 500 Global, Dieter Hampel from @AED, @Barbara Manzi from United Nations Development Coordination Office (UNDCO) Thanks again to the DCO including Helen McGahon etc! And Apco. #digital #digitaleconomicdevelopment #economicdevelopment #digitaleconomy #Artificalintelligence #SDGs The Fintech Times

The deadline for Batch 3 of 500 Global Scale Up Program in Egypt is approaching—March 13, 2025. What can you expect? ? Leadership Development: Strengthen your skills and strategy at a retreat designed to help you refocus. ? New Market Opportunities: Explore regional growth opportunities during an immersive week in a new market. ? Fundraising Expertise: Get ready to raise your next funding round with actionable guidance. ? Tailored Growth Plans: Collaborate one-on-one with global mentors to address your biggest challenges alongside your leadership team. Curious about your mentors? Check out the incredible lineup of industry experts ready to support your growth! ??? Program Dates: May 1 – July 10, 2025 ?? Apply now - https://lnkd.in/e5MR4R69 500 Global | Information Technology Industry Development Agency, ITIDA

Last month I spent an incredible week mentoring over 25 startups at 500 Global's Bootcamp in Cairo! Spending time with founders who are in the trenches, building and scaling, through unpredictable conditions and economic crisis, was a different kind of energy. One of my fav moments (me counting in one of the photos): Founders completing my sentence when reminding them about what growth means- growth is: 1?? Scalable 2?? Repeatable 3?? Aaaaaand… (they literally shouted it at this point) SUSTAINABLE! ???? Big thanks to the 500 MENA Egypt team for the experience and the warm welcome. Tiara C. Martinez, Dina Nour, Ezzeddin H. Zahzah, Rola Y. Hassan To the founders, you blew my mind and inspired me in so many ways - thank you so much for the open mind and for giving me a chance to be part of your growth journeys.?? Ahmed Khalil Amr Ayman Farida Kortam Hamd Alkhayat Mohamed Dardeery Ahmed Tawfeeq - AI ? Automation Ahmad Mahmoud Mohamed Ragab May Alamir Mostafa Morgan Noha Fayed Mostafa Abd Elkhabir Rowan Alawi Zeyad Mahran Ahmed Nader Mohamad Abugad Ahmed Abumostafa Ahmed Lotfy Badr Ahmed Samir Ehab Gamal Lara Soliman + everyone else I couldn't tag! #500Global #startups #mena #StartupBootcamp #Cairo

?? Congratulations to the incredible founders of Batch 2! ?? Over seven weeks, Dayra, Amanleek, Sympl, ElGameya, enza, Pulsar, Tawredaat, Akhdar - ????, Partment, Hatla2ee - ??????, Zeal, La Casa Egypt pushed boundaries, refined their strategies, and unlocked new opportunities for growth—all with the support of our mentors, experts, and each other. ?? A huge thank you to our partner Information Technology Industry Development Agency, ITIDA for helping make this journey possible. Together, we’re strengthening Egypt’s startup ecosystem and equipping founders with the tools to scale smarter and faster. And the journey continues! If you're a Pre-Series A or Series A founder in Egypt, there’s still time to apply for Batch 3 of the 500 Global in Egypt Scale Up Program. ?? Program Dates: May 1 – July 10, 2025 ?? Final Application Deadline: March 13, 2025 ?? Apply now: [https://lnkd.in/e5MR4R69] Amal Enan, Ezzeddin H. Zahzah, Tiara C. Martinez, Dina Nour, Rola Y. Hassan

Building a startup isn’t just about having a great idea—it’s about navigating the moments that define your future. If you’re a Pre-Series A or Series A founder, you know the feeling: ?? Do we have the right strategy to scale? ?? How do we thoughtfully raise our next round? ?? Should we expand now, or double down in this market? These decisions aren’t easy—but you don’t have to make them alone. The 500 Global Scale Up Program in Egypt is designed for founders like you—leaders who’ve built something real and are now ready to push beyond what they thought possible. With hands-on mentorship, market access opportunities, and connection to a global network of mentors and founders, we’re here to help you and your team move forward with clarity and confidence. Are you ready to take the next step? Apply now before the March 13 deadline. [https://lnkd.in/e5MR4R69] Program Dates: May 1 - July 10, 2025 Amal Enan, Ezzeddin H. Zahzah, Tiara C. Martinez, Rola Y. Hassan, Dina Nour Information Technology Industry Development Agency, ITIDA

This Women’s Month, we celebrate the bold and visionary women shaping the future of business in Africa and beyond. ??? A special shoutout to these trailblazers rocking their industries: Lulu Shabell, CEO of Lulu Group Lexi Novitske, CFA, Managing Partner at Norrsken22 Meron Demisse, Founder & CEO of Culture & Conversations on Africa? Amal Enan, Partner at 500 Global 500 MENA Join us in honoring their achievements and amplifying their voices as they redefine leadership, innovation, and impact. More stories and insights await!? Happy International Women Month! ? #WomenEmpowerment #Inspiration #WomensMonth2025 #IWD2025

We're excited to announce that Belal El Araby, CEO of La Casa Egypt, recently took part in an inspiring interview with the 500 Global program! La Casa Egypt is transforming the home furniture industry through our innovative e-commerce platform, offering quality, stylish furniture that meets the needs of today’s homeowners. Discover how we’re shaping the future of online shopping and creating beautiful living spaces for everyone. Stay tuned for more updates 500 Global #LaCasaEgypt #FurnitureEcommerce #500Global

500 Global in Egypt Scale Up is a 7-week program designed to help Pre-Series A and Series A startups scale faster through hands-on mentorship, growth-focused strategies, and access to 500 Global’s investor network. https://lnkd.in/dMc4jfZY 500 MENA 500 Global Information Technology Industry Development Agency, ITIDA La Casa Egypt Arab Group For Cement Supplies

I’m excited to share this reflection from our founders about their experience with the 500 Global Scale Up program in #Egypt Check out the details and application link below if you’re a Pre-Series A or Series A founder looking to accelerate your growth: https://lnkd.in/d8UANZqK At enza, we’re all about pushing boundaries and scaling impact, and I’m proud to be part of this journey with such a talented team. A huge shoutout to our amazing crew at Enza for their dedication and drive—it’s what keeps us moving forward. And special thanks to Hany Fekry, Hamish Houston, and Andrew Key, whose leadership inspires us daily to think bigger and execute smarter. Here’s to scaling new heights together!