Shell Egypt, in partnership with Flat6Labs Egypt, has wrapped up another successful cycle of the Shell Intilaaqah Egypt Programme, marking a significant milestone in its mission to empower young entrepreneurs across the MENA region.
Over 1,000 aspiring innovators from Cairo, Alexandria, and Beheira participated in hands-on bootcamps, ideation sessions, and business development workshops, designed to build both entrepreneurial skills and investment-ready businesses.
More than 120 startup teams received mentorship, incubation support, and investor matchmaking opportunities. The initiative focused on practical learning, from customer empathy mapping to building scalable business models.
“We are incredibly proud of the tangible impact that Shell Intilaaqah Egypt Programme has achieved this year,” said Dalia Elgabry, Vice President and Country Chair, Shell Egypt. “Powering lives means providing energy and creating opportunities for people to thrive.”
The programme, aligned with Shell’s global Powering Progress strategy, aims to support sustainable development and inclusive growth by investing in Egypt’s innovation ecosystem.
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This year’s programme featured two specialised tracks introduced in March 2025:
- Best Idea Programme, supporting early-stage concepts
- Best Startup Programme, designed for growth-stage businesses
Both tracks culminated in pitch competitions judged by industry leaders. Six teams walked away with financial prizes to fuel their next phase of growth:
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Best Idea Programme Winners:
- Fast Octopus
- BananaMed
- Gremrem
Best Startup Programme Winners:
- Oz Tech
- Bekya Pay
- Croptimus
“The energy, creativity, and determination we witnessed throughout this programme are truly remarkable,” said Hany Al Sonbaty, Chairman and Co-Founder of Flat6Labs. “We’ve helped build a pipeline of promising young businesses ready to tackle real-world challenges.”
By aligning with Egypt’s Vision 2030 and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Shell Egypt is reinforcing its commitment to long-term economic resilience, social investment, and youth innovation, not just in Egypt, but across the MENA region.
The success of the Intilaaqah Programme stands as proof that strategic partnerships between private sector and innovation hubs can deliver high-impact outcomes, nurturing the next generation of changemakers.
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