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At the end of every year, I sit down, collect my notes and experiences with the Egyptian startup ecosystem, and try to get a sense of where we are, collectively. Since 2017, I’ve documented challenges and suggested pract...

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Ecosystem Reflections 2024: Where Are We Heading?

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As the year draws to a close, my reflections on the entrepreneurial landscape of Cairo reveal two prominent insights concerning early-stage founders and the support programs integral to their growth.

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2022 has been a very interesting year for our startup ecosystem in Egypt.

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To some, 2020 has been a challenging year, for most, a very humbling one.

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My only aim behind my articles is to contribute to the well being of the Egyptian Entrepreneur. That wellbeing is currently, in critical condition! Why? Because there is a mismatch between what is perceived and what is r...

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THE FIELD OBSERVATIONS

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The business environment is undeniably challenging, especially for first-time founders. In these tumultuous circumstances, the role of mentoring becomes pivotal, not just in guiding the entrepreneurial journey, but in un...

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Innovation is often portrayed as a mysterious, groundbreaking leap into the unknown. While that may hold some truth, the reality is far more nuanced. A recent conversation inspired me to reflect on the delicate balance b...

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Innovation carries with it an undeniable paradox: it is the engine of progress, yet it thrives on something most people resist — change.

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As the year comes to an end, many entrepreneurs find themselves looking back with mixed emotions. Some measure the year by numbers, revenue, users, funding. Others measure it by outcomes, success or failure, growth or st...

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Let me start with a simple question.

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Failure is rarely loud.

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Abstract

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