Orange Corners Egypt is implemented by Outreach Egypt under the auspices of the Ministry of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation in partnership with private sectors companies represented by Alexbank, Madinat Masr and Al Ahram Beverages.
Orange Corners Egypt supports 130 entrepreneurs per year from Upper Egypt and the Nile Delta region. Orange Corners in Egypt operates through seven hubs; two in Upper Egypt (Assiut and Luxor), and five in the Nile Delta region (Alexandria, Dakahlia, Menoufia, Kafr El Sheikh and Beheira).
Focusing on small and growing businesses in sectors climate and water-smart agriculture, waste management, energy and tech-enabled startups offering solutions for pressing societal and economic challenges and addressing the SDGs for inclusion and sustainability.
Orange Corners Egypt provides young entrepreneurs with essential knowledge, resources, and networking opportunities necessary to launch and sustain their startups.
Orange Corners Expansion in Egypt
Since 2021, Orange Corners Upper Egypt has operated as an incubator targeting youth entrepreneurs in Assiut. Over six successful cycles, each lasting six months, we have graduated a total of 116 startups, with a strong representation of 59% female entrepreneurs. This achievement has allowed us to establish an alumni community that supports graduates in their entrepreneurial journeys, providing ongoing guidance and fostering networking opportunities among them.
In 2024, we launched the Orange Corners Egypt expanding from Assiut to Luxor in Upper Egypt with additional reach to the five governorates in the Nile Delta region, Alexandria, Dakahlia, Menoufia, Kafr El Sheikh and Beheira.
The upcoming launch of the next Accelerator cohort in Upper Egypt, in either Assiut or Luxor, is scheduled for January 2026. Participants will benefit from a structured programme that includes pitching opportunities, field visits, specialised workshops and networking events, all designed to foster innovation and growth in the region.
Simultaneously, the third cohort of the Incubator programme in the Nile Delta region will also commence in January 2026. This programme will focus on providing comprehensive support to emerging entrepreneurs, facilitating their journey from idea conception to business launch. With tailored training sessions, one-on-one coaching and opportunities for mentorship, participants in the Incubator will gain vital skills and insights to navigate the entrepreneurial landscape effectively.
Both programmes are set to create a vibrant ecosystem for entrepreneurship in Upper Egypt and the Nile Delta region, encouraging collaboration and innovation among local businesses.
What Orange Corners can offer you
- Technical and Demo field visits
- Technical sessions
- Networking and Business linkages
- Facilities and workspaces
- Masterclasses
- Business needs assessment
- Mentorship
- One-to-One Business coaching
- Training workshops
Application process
Online application
The application form becomes available on our website prior to the beginning of each six-month cycle. Applications are open for one month, where potential applicants can submit thier project idea. Please make sure to check your email and mobile phone regularly to see if you are one of the 50 selected semi-finalists.
Bootcamp
The 50 semi-finalists will be invited to participate in a compulsory two-day-long bootcamp in which a jury decides who are best placed to join the incubation programme.
Selection
Selection will be conducted according to the performance during the bootcamp. At the end of the bootcamp, 20-25 young entrepreneurs will be selected to participate in the six months incubation programme.
FAQ
How can I apply?
You can apply through our application form on the website as soon as applications open via the APPLY NOW button.
What are the selection criteria?
Eligibility criteria
- At least one of the startup founders is aged 18-35 years old.
- Commitment to attend the full activities of the programme, with a maximum excused absence of 20%.
Target Applicant Persona
- Recent university graduates, but may also only hold a secondary education certificate.
- Living in Assiut or in a nearby governerate in Upper Egypt.
- Interested in creativity, design and technology.
- Interested in addressing social challenges and problems.
- Self-driven and ambitious.
- Have ideas related to the two-target industry focus areas: agriculture and handicrafts/creative sector.
- Focus on 50% female entrepreneurs.
What are the benefits of this programme for me?
- An intensive 2-day bootcamp to prepare startups to pitch to continue after the first stage of the programme
- A 6-months program in which the best startups are progressively identified over 3 stages
- Bi-weekly half-day entrepreneurship training workshop sessions
- 6 masterclasses open for Orange Corners entrepreneurs and the public once a month
- Mentorship and coaching sessions with experts from the ecosystem
- Inspirational and motivational talks wtih successful entrepreneurs
- Business development support services
- Access to a network for business linkages
- Shared office space for the duration of the programme
- Consultancy on legal, financial, branding design and communication issues
- Graduation day where there is exposure to potential investors
When will I know if I am selected?
You will be notified by email or phone about the outcome of your application, following the application deadline.
When does the programme start?
More information will follow as soon as possible.
What are the costs of participation?
Participation is free of costs. The costs of your participation is covered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands and our private sector partners in Egypt.
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Where to find us
Orange Corners Egypt | Assiut, Egypt | [email protected]
74 Makka El Mokarama street off Mahmoud Rashwan, Assiut Governorate, Egypt.
