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- RiseUp Summit 2025 Kicks Off at the Grand Egyptian Museum Under the Patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly and the Ministerial Group for Entrepreneurship
- The summit serves as a regional and global platform aimed at empowering entrepreneurs and fostering innovation.
- This year, the summit is launched under the theme “Tell Your Story” to highlight and share inspiring journeys.
Under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, the Ministerial Group for Entrepreneurship, the Ministry of Planning, and the Ministry of International Cooperation, RiseUp Summit 2025 kicked off at the Grand Egyptian Museum with wide participation from entrepreneurs and investors.
The 12th edition of RiseUp Summit, one of the world’s largest platforms for empowering creatives and innovators, officially began its activities.
Summit Highlights
This year’s summit is held at the Grand Egyptian Museum for the third consecutive year, in collaboration with the museum’s administration.
The museum acts as a unique intersection between technological creativity and cultural heritage, fostering an inspiring environment for knowledge exchange and innovation.
The summit runs through the evening of May 10 under the theme “Tell Your Story”, and is officially sponsored by Madinet Masr, which plays a key role in supporting innovation and entrepreneurship.
The company contributes to enhancing the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Egypt and the MENA, driven by its deep belief in the importance of innovation as a catalyst for sustainable solutions that positively impact society.
RiseUp Partners
The RiseUp Summit 2025 draws support from leading global and regional companies.
The Grand Egyptian Museum serves as the summit’s main partner, while Madinet Masr is the official sponsor.
TikTok LIVE joins as the official digital partner, helping startups enhance their marketing efforts through digital platforms.
Orange Business is the innovation partner, providing integrated tech solutions that accelerate startup growth through modern digital transformation tools.
Mastercard, a leader in fintech solutions, participates as a strategic content partner, with a strong track record of supporting digital innovation and empowering startups globally.
The summit also enjoys support from prominent organizations, including Agora Business School, Parkville, Engage Consulting, Entlaq, Cairo Airport Travel, Juhayna, Deloitte, MO4, and Paymob.
This wide-ranging collaboration reflects a shared commitment to advancing innovation and entrepreneurship, and building a promising business environment throughout the summit’s activities.
Orange Business’s participation in RiseUp Summit 2025 reflects its strategic commitment to supporting innovation and entrepreneurship through investments in emerging technologies and global initiatives such as the Orange Social Venture Prize (OSVP).
Through the Orange Digital Center, it continues to develop advanced solutions in AI, 5G, IoT, and digital transformation, fostering an innovative environment that enables sustainable growth for startups.
During the summit, Orange Business showcases a range of innovations in cloud computing and cybersecurity, offering an interactive experience under the theme “RiseUp X Orange Business”, which includes specialized workshops led by top experts to equip entrepreneurs with the tools and knowledge needed to grow in a fast-evolving market.
Leaders’ Remarks
Abdelhamid Sharara, Founder and CEO of RiseUp, commented:
“RiseUp Summit is a pivotal platform that brings together innovation and entrepreneurship in Egypt. We aim to empower startups to connect with top investors and experts.”
He added, “We are proud of our partnership with the Grand Egyptian Museum, which allows us to merge Egypt’s rich history with modern innovation.
“This enhances the summit’s mission to promote digital transformation and increase awareness of both cultural and entrepreneurial values”.
He said: “Such a partnership significantly boosts Egypt’s position as a global hub for innovation and sustainable growth.”
Dr. Ahmed Ghoneim, CEO of the Grand Egyptian Museum, emphasized:
“Hosting RiseUp Summit 2025 at the Grand Egyptian Museum for the third year in a row reflects our belief that heritage and innovation are not contradictory, but rather complementary forces that reinforce one another.”
He stated, “We are proud to offer an exceptional platform where creative ideas can flourish alongside one of the world’s most iconic historical landmark“.
“This event reinforces the message that Egypt’s story is not just about a glorious past, but also a continuous source of inspiration for the future.”
In the context of ongoing partnership with RiseUp, Merit El-Sayed, CEO of Legacy, said:
“The Grand Egyptian Museum is a prime example of ongoing innovation and effective international collaboration.”
She noted, “Through this partnership, we aim to create new connections between culture and entrepreneurship, while showcasing how spaces like the Grand Egyptian Museum can inspire the next generation of creators—not only in Egypt, but across the entire region.”
Hisham Mahran, Deputy CEO for Business at Orange Egypt, added:
“RiseUp Summit has become one of the most significant annual events bringing together entrepreneurs and investors from across the region,At Orange Business, we are fully committed to supporting the innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem in Egypt”
“Our partnership with RiseUp, the official innovation partner for 2025, clearly reflects this commitment.”
He continued, “We are proud to offer AI-powered solutions, cloud technologies, and smart infrastructure to empower the next generation of startups through platforms like the Orange Digital Center—paving the way for a bright digital future for Egypt.”
The Impact of RiseUp on Innovation
The summit’s broad participation underscores its crucial role in supporting entrepreneurship and innovation across the MENA region.
This year’s event has witnessed remarkable engagement from attendees and offered rich content combining knowledge, inspiration, and meaningful connections.
Throughout the summit, key partners have presented high-value content and interactive experiences that have enriched the audience and opened new opportunities for startups, aiming to shape a more innovative and sustainable future for the entrepreneurial sector.
