Egypt’s Entrepreneur Awards (EEA), a leading platform celebrating entrepreneurship in Egypt, has announced the launch of its sixth edition and the opening of applications during a launch event held at Mazeej Balad.
The event brought together prominent entrepreneurs, investors, business leaders and members of Egypt’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. It also featured the unveiling of this year’s award categories and the introduction of EEA’s new Advisory Board.
EEA Sixth Edition Focuses on the Power of Networking
Following five editions dedicated to recognizing entrepreneurial excellence, the sixth edition of Egypt’s Entrepreneur Awards places greater emphasis on the power of networking and the role meaningful connections can play in accelerating business growth, creating new opportunities and strengthening the wider entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Through its growing community of entrepreneurs, investors, business leaders, jury members and ecosystem partners, EEA aims to build connections that extend beyond the awards themselves and contribute to the long-term growth and development of participating businesses.
Egypt’s Entrepreneur Awards 2026 Eligibility Criteria
EEA has outlined a number of eligibility requirements for applicants. These include:
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At least one of the company’s founders must be Egyptian.
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The company must be legally registered and operating in Egypt.
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The company must have been operating for at least two years and less than 10 years.
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Previous finalists and applicants are eligible to reapply.
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Previous winners may only reapply with a new company.
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Applicants may not apply in more than one award category.
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Companies must submit all required documents supporting their nomination.
These criteria are intended to maintain the integrity and credibility of the awards while ensuring a fair experience for all applicants.
The EEA Award Ceremony, where the winners will be announced, will be held at the Grand Egyptian Museum.
10 Award Categories for EEA’s Sixth Edition
The sixth edition features 10 award categories, reflecting the diversity and continued evolution of the entrepreneurial landscape in Egypt and the wider region.
The categories are:
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Arab Entrepreneur of the Year
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Rising Star
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Fintech Forward
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Proptech
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Agritech
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Health & Wellbeing
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Product Design
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Customer Experiences in E-commerce
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Deeptech
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Disruptive Duo for Market Innovations, presented by the AmCham Entrepreneurship and Innovation Committee (EIC)
Amr Mansi: “Progress Is Amplified When the Entrepreneurial Community Grows Together”
Commenting on the launch, Amr Mansi, Founder and CEO of ievents and Founder of Egypt’s Entrepreneur Awards, said that the launch of the sixth edition represents an important milestone for EEA.
Under the theme “Collective Momentum,” the new edition places greater emphasis on networking and how entrepreneurs can advance further when connected to the right people, experiences and opportunities.
Mansi noted that what began as an ambition to celebrate outstanding Egyptian entrepreneurs has evolved over the past five editions into a platform and community bringing together leading founders, business leaders, investors and ecosystem partners.
EEA Announces New Advisory Board for 2025–2030
The sixth edition marks a new chapter for Egypt’s Entrepreneur Awards with the introduction of its new Advisory Board for 2025–2030, bringing together prominent figures from business, investment and entrepreneurship.
Rachid Mohamed Rachid, Chairman of Beymen Group and Founder of Bidayat, serves as Chairman of the Advisory Board.
The board also includes:
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Ahmed El Alfi, Chairman of Sawari Ventures.
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Rania Al Mashat, Former Minister of International Cooperation.
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Ayman Ismail, Founding Director of AUC Venture Lab.
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Neveen El Tahri, Chairperson of Delta Shield for Investment.
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Onsi Sawiris, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at HOF Capital.
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Yasmine Khamis, Chairperson of Oriental Weavers Group.
Local and International Experts Join EEA Jury Panels
EEA’s jury panels will once again bring together local, regional and international experts from a wide range of industries and disciplines.
Their diverse expertise will support a comprehensive evaluation process aimed at recognizing entrepreneurs and businesses demonstrating innovation, strong potential and meaningful impact.
EEA Announces Strategic Partners for the Sixth Edition
Egypt’s Entrepreneur Awards is presented by people of now, organized by ievents, and powered by Tatweer Misr as part of a long-term strategic partnership built around a shared commitment to innovation and support for the ideas and businesses shaping Egypt’s future.
Vodafone Business returns for the second consecutive year as Official Technology Partner, reaffirming its commitment to accelerating digital transformation and empowering businesses to grow, innovate and access new opportunities through advanced technology, seamless connectivity and integrated digital solutions.
Hassan Allam Holding joins as Hosting Partner, with the EEA Award Ceremony scheduled to take place at the Grand Egyptian Museum, operated by Legacy Development and Management (Legacy), a Hassan Allam Holding company.
Cairo Capital joins as Official Investment Partner, while EGBANK serves as Official Bank Partner, strengthening the programme’s financial ecosystem.
Nestlé continues as Sustainability Partner for the third consecutive year, while Geocycle joins this year as an Ecosystem Partner, reinforcing EEA’s commitment to responsible growth.
Media and Ecosystem Partnerships
Startup Scene joins the sixth edition as Exclusive Media Partner, helping expand the reach of the initiative and its winners across the region.
Meanwhile, Influence Group continues its longstanding role as Communications Partner, having supported EEA since its inaugural edition.
Endeavor also joins EEA’s growing network of ecosystem partners, bringing its experience in supporting high-impact entrepreneurs and fostering connections that help businesses scale.
The sixth edition also builds on EEA’s longstanding collaboration with the American Chamber of Commerce in Egypt (AmCham), alongside Sage as an ecosystem partner and Helm as AI Partner.
Through their expertise, guidance and resources, these partnerships aim to extend the value of recognition beyond the awards themselves and support entrepreneurs throughout their growth journeys.
Egypt’s Entrepreneur Awards Continues to Support Entrepreneurship
As Egypt’s Entrepreneur Awards enters its sixth edition, the platform continues to evolve as a bridge connecting entrepreneurs with the wider business ecosystem while celebrating individuals and companies contributing to the development of entrepreneurship in Egypt and the region.
