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Egypt Selects 33 Startups for Third Cohort of Creativa Incubation Program

By: Adamu Garba

September 17, 2025

2 minute read

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The Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center (TIEC), part of Egypt’s Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA), has announced the selection of 33 startups for the third cohort of the Creativa Incubation Program.

This nationwide initiative, run through Digital Innovation Centers across multiple governorates, is designed to transform early-stage startups and graduation projects into scalable, sustainable businesses.

Diverse Sectors Represented

The selected startups span multiple industries, highlighting the breadth of Egypt’s entrepreneurial talent. Sectors include:

  • Educational technology (edtech)
  • Renewable energy
  • E-commerce
  • Smart cities
  • 3D printing
  • Agriculture and sustainability
  • Healthcare and VR solutions

Among the chosen companies are: CV Light, illustraV, Release, Weednix, CodeMorning, Green Furniture, Rose-Aswan, IndustrialX, SDS Egypt LLC, Green Pyramids, Agreology, DFC, Otonom, Foodix, Dragons, MED VR, Tester, Asher Jobs, Nexus, Al-Dars Platform, PLANQ, Manetho, MahartTafl, iPro for 3D Printing, San3ty, Sacanak, ThinkTree, Oxgen Academy, EnviSpec, Elma7fza, Laqeeny, Upcycle, and Agri Eagle.

Program Benefits for Startups

Each participating startup in the Creativa Incubation Program receives a comprehensive support package to accelerate growth:

  • Financial and in-kind support of up to EGP 360,000 over nine months.
  • Specialized mentorship from local and international experts.
  • Networking opportunities with investors and strategic partners.
  • Fully equipped workspaces across Egypt’s Digital Innovation Centers.
  • Technical and advisory guidance tailored to startup needs.
  • Access to funding channels and business growth opportunities.

Driving Egypt’s Tech Innovation

The Creativa Incubation Program reflects Egypt’s strategic commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. By empowering startups with resources, mentorship, and funding, the program nurtures technology-driven solutions to address local and global market challenges.

This initiative also supports Egypt’s broader vision of becoming a regional hub for digital innovation, encouraging young entrepreneurs to build businesses that contribute to the country’s digital transformation and economic growth.

Conclusion

With its third cohort of 33 startups, the Creativa Incubation Program continues to serve as a vital platform for Egypt’s next generation of innovators. By investing in early-stage companies across diverse sectors, Egypt is paving the way for sustainable, tech-driven entrepreneurship and strengthening its role in the regional startup ecosystem.

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