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Technology

Startup WideBot Helps Users Build Chatbots That Speak The MENA Language

Egyptian startup WideBot, a bot builder platform, aims to take the hassle out by letting users build chatbots- and no, you don't need to have any special coding or technical skills to do that.

Entrepreneurs

Going Cashless: Startup PayMob Wants To Make Egypt (And MENA) Transact From Their Mobile Phones

In a cash-dominated society, financial inclusion is essential for individuals, enterprises, and economies alike to prevent hurdles to progress- and this is the opportunity that PayMob is trying to tackle.

Entrepreneurs

Five Middle East Startups Among 29 Winners Of Expo Live Grant

Expo Live, while not disclosing the amount for each project, says it would grant up to US$100,000 per initiative under its Innovation Impact Grant Program.

Entrepreneurs

Egyptian Entrepreneur Essam Hashim Hacks E-Waste Recycling For His Country

Hashim has approached several governmental entities and others from the private sectors with the offer of partnerships.

Entrepreneurs

Careem Egypt Managing Director Wael Fakharany On The Transition From Google To Startup Life

Given its massive population, Egypt is an important market for Careem in the MENA region, and the company has been steadily growing its brand in the country, with its services now available in the six cities of Cairo, Alexandria, Damanhour, Mansoura, Tanta and Hurghada.

Entrepreneurs

Egypt-Based Startup PushBots Wants To Make App Notifications Smarter

With a keen interest in communications technology, the co-founders of PushBots, Sobhy and CTO Abdullah Diaa noted a need for a tech tool that could push content to app users, and also create engagement in the process.

Entrepreneurs

Over 4000 Attendees Expected At RiseUp Summit 2016 In Cairo

With a mission to connect startups to business resources, the Summit provides a platform for stakeholders to share their experiences of growing a business, offer support and learn more about the region's business ecosystem.

News and Trends

Flat6Labs Egypt Secures US$ 1 Million Commitment From IFC

The investment comes from IFC's $30 million commitment towards the Startup Catalyst initiative that backs funds and accelerators in emerging markets.

Entrepreneurs

The Newsmaker: Mai Medhat, Co-founder And CEO, Eventtus

How this Egyptian entrepreneur built a startup and went on to share a stage with US President Barack Obama and Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg.

Entrepreneurs

Egyptian Startups Instabug And Drofie Go Global, Raising Funds From International Investors

If there ever was any uncertainty around the acceptance of Egypt as a growing entrepreneurship hub, a few recent developments are likely to put it to rest.

Entrepreneurs

Flat6Labs And Barclays Launch 1864 Accelerator To Focus On Fintech In Egypt

With a large section of Egypt's population being underserved in their access to financial services, the country is emerging as a hotbed for fintech ventures.

Technology

Infographic: Understanding The Egyptian Online Shopper

The infographic reveals that 75% of the online consumer base is under 35 years of age.

Entrepreneurs

Maker Faire Cairo Is Back For DIY Enthusiasts in MENA

The 2016 edition follows the Cairo Mini Maker Faire 2015, which holds the distinction of being the first Maker Faire (a concept with its origins in California, USA) event in the MENA region.

Entrepreneurs

The Recap: RiseUp Summit 2015 in Cairo, Egypt

240 speakers and 110 investors came together in Cairo for the event, which saw a total of more than 4000 attendees.

Entrepreneurs

For Egypt's Entrepreneurs, Opportunities Lie In Deep-Rooted Economic Challenges

As it matures, Egypt's entrepreneurial scene is coming to terms with the reality of the context in which it operates, and looking for ways to maneuver around the roadblocks that come along.