Egypt's Communications Minister Raafat Hendy attended the graduation of 20 startups from the WE Innovate Star program at Cairo ICT 2026. Telecom Egypt organized the program with the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority. The program supports cybersecurity and artificial intelligence startups with a support package totaling EGP 5 million.
Program results
Sixteen participating companies completed product development. Nine new companies were formally registered. Some startups also signed business-to-business contracts and generated revenue.
Selection and support
The program selected 20 startups from 83 applicants. Participants received more than 800 hours of technical, business, and mentorship support. The top five startups received awards and support worth EGP 2.5 million.
Cybersecurity and AI focus
Participating startups develop cybersecurity and AI products. The program targets solutions that are practical, scalable, and commercially viable. AGX Consultant implemented the initiative.
A new edition of WE Innovate Star will launch in November 2027. The next round will continue supporting entrepreneurs and startups in cybersecurity and AI. Telecom Egypt announced the new edition during the ceremony.