Global Entrepreneurship Festival Entrepreneurs Investment Program 2026

Applications are open for the Global Entrepreneurship Festival Entrepreneurs Investment Program 2026, an initiative designed to identify and support entrepreneurs building innovative businesses with potential for growth, investment and international expansion. The programme is part of the Global Entrepreneurship Festival and connects promising founders with training, mentorship, investors, business support and global market opportunities.

The Entrepreneurs Investment Program, also known as EIP, is open to entrepreneurs at different stages of development. Applicants can apply with an innovative business idea, a prototype or an existing startup that is already selling. The programme is intended for founders who want to strengthen their businesses, expand beyond their home markets and access resources that can help them move to their next stage of growth.

Selected entrepreneurs can access training, startup clinics, investor pitching opportunities, mentorship, incubation and global exposure. The programme also offers the opportunity to compete for up to $35,000 in seed investment. According to the official application terms, the investment may be provided through a combination of cash funding and non cash business support, with the allocation determined by the programme.

About the Entrepreneurs Investment Program

The Entrepreneurs Investment Program is an official programme of the Global Entrepreneurship Festival. It is designed to support builders at different stages, from people developing an initial concept to startups with prototypes or businesses already generating sales.

The programme combines business development with access to the wider entrepreneurship ecosystem. The official programme information describes EIP as a platform offering business training, AI powered tools, mentorship, funding opportunities, investor access and opportunities to pitch on an international stage. Participants may also gain access to incubation pathways, advisory support, business features and a wider entrepreneurial network.

The programme is therefore relevant to founders seeking more than financial support. Its activities are structured around improving business readiness, strengthening entrepreneurial capabilities and creating connections with investors, mentors and potential partners.

Opportunity Benefits

• Training and business development support

• Startup clinic and expert feedback

• Investor pitching opportunities

• Global exposure and visibility

• Mentorship and incubation

• Up to $35,000 in seed investment

• Access to business advisory and pitch support

• Opportunities to connect with investors and partners

• Potential access to incubation pathways

• Participation in the Global Entrepreneurship Festival

• Opportunities to build international entrepreneurial connections

Programme Areas

The Entrepreneurs Investment Program is open to innovative businesses across different sectors. Applicants are asked to identify their business sector or industry during the application process.

The programme is suitable for:

• Innovative business ideas

• Prototype stage ventures

• Startups already selling products or services

• Businesses seeking their next stage of funding

• Ventures looking to expand beyond their home market

• Businesses developing innovative solutions to market needs

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants should meet the following general requirements:

• Have an innovative business idea or startup

• Be at the idea, prototype or operating stage

• Be interested in growing the business beyond its current market

• Have a business that could benefit from funding and structured business support

• Be prepared to participate in the Entrepreneurs Investment Program activities

• Be able to attend the Global Entrepreneurship Festival in Cairo from November 6 to November 8, 2026

Required Application Information

Applicants should be prepared to provide information including:

• Full name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Country of operation

• Social media handle and link

• Date of birth

• Idea, business or startup name

• Co founder information

• Website or landing page, where available

• Business sector or industry

• Confirmation of physical attendance in Cairo from November 6 to November 8, 2026

The official application form indicates an estimated completion time of about five minutes.

How to Apply

1. Review the Entrepreneurs Investment Program 2026 eligibility requirements and official terms.
2. Prepare your founder and business information, including your country of operation, startup name, sector and website if available.
3. Complete the official EIP 2026 application form.
4. Provide accurate information about your business stage and development.
5. Confirm that you will be physically present in Cairo during the Global Entrepreneurship Festival from November 6 to November 8, 2026.
6. Review the investment, participation, intellectual property and programme conditions before submitting your application.
7. Submit the completed application before the October 6, 2026 deadline.