The Ministry of Youth and Sports, in collaboration with the Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation, has launched the "Be a Creative Entrepreneur" initiative. This program is designed to discover, qualify, and support young individuals with entrepreneurial ideas, guiding them through a comprehensive training program to transform their concepts into successful projects. The initiative aims to foster a culture of innovation and empower youth to establish their own ventures, thereby contributing to the national economy.
Program Objectives
• Discover and qualify young individuals with entrepreneurial ideas and assist in transforming them into successful ventures.
• Promote a culture of entrepreneurship and innovation, empowering youth to establish their own businesses.
• Support the national economy and encourage the development of a knowledge-based economy.
• Target the participation of over 2,000 young men and women from various governorates across Egypt.
• Expand access to entrepreneurship opportunities and encourage wider participation in innovation-driven ventures.
Eligibility Criteria
• Applicants must possess a clear entrepreneurial project idea in the industrial, agricultural, commercial, or technological sectors.
• The age of applicants must be between 20 and 35 years, with a preference given to graduates.
• Male applicants are required to provide documentation confirming their military service status.
• A commitment to full-time availability for the entire duration of the initiative is mandatory.
• Applications that do not meet all the specified conditions will not be considered.
Participant Benefits and Support
• Access to professional training in entrepreneurship and innovation.
• Evaluation and judging of ideas by specialized committees.
• Networking opportunities with investors and supporting organizations.
• Financial and technical support of up to EGP 200,000 for selected projects during the incubation period.
• The top 10 startups from the first edition received an incubation program lasting up to nine months, along with funding and logistical support.
• Post-training follow-up and support to ensure the long-term sustainability of the projects.
• The best participants will receive rewards at the conclusion of the program.
Application Details
• Interested applicants can register for the second phase through the initiative’s online application portal.
• The submission deadline is Friday, July 10, 2026, at 10:00 PM.
• All submissions must be completed before the deadline, as late entries may not be taken into consideration.
By providing a combination of funding, structured support, and incubation services, the initiative aims to integrate more young entrepreneurs into Egypt's innovation ecosystem. This comprehensive approach helps aspiring founders move more quickly from the idea stage to developing viable projects, with access to mentorship and operational support playing a crucial role in turning promising concepts into sustainable businesses. The program is positioned to strengthen entrepreneurship among young people and create additional pathways for innovative ideas to reach the market.