Applications are currently open for the Standard Chartered Foundation Women in Tech Accelerator Program – Egypt 2026. This initiative, a collaboration between the Standard Chartered Foundation, Village Capital, and Entlaq Holding, is designed to support women-led, tech-enabled startups in Egypt. The program features 12 structured training sessions, curated mentorship, and culminates in a Demo Day where the top three winners will receive a collective grant funding of up to USD 35,000.
Program Objectives
• Support women in growing and scaling their businesses
• Build connections within the entrepreneurial ecosystem
• Provide access to expert mentorship
• Unlock funding opportunities for innovative ventures
Benefits for Participants
• Up to USD $35,000 in equity-free funding from the Standard Chartered Foundation.
• Opportunity to access the global networks of Standard Chartered.
• Tailored workshops designed to help scale with confidence.
• Expert support across key areas from business strategy to impactful governance.
Eligibility Criteria
• Must have a gender-diverse team with at least one female co-founder.
• The startup must be early-stage (Seed-stage and pre-series A), operational for at least one year, and have a Minimum Viable Product.
• Must demonstrate that the solution is innovative and scalable.
• Must demonstrate the technology’s sustainable impact, whether environmental, social, or economic.
• The entity must be registered and operating in Egypt and be available for the duration of programme activities and events, which will take place both in-person and online.
Application Information
• Deadline: 10 September 2026, 20:00 GMT+1
• Application Link: Interested parties can apply through the official program portal.
• Further Information: More details are available on the Women in Tech Program website.
This program presents a significant opportunity for women entrepreneurs in Egypt's technology sector to accelerate their growth and impact. For complete details on the program structure, benefits, and to submit an application, prospective candidates are encouraged to visit the official Women in Tech Program website.