In a strategic move to foster youth entrepreneurship across the region, Egypt-based A Ventures has partnered with TikTok Live MENA to launch A7elmak?, a new interactive live show designed to transform innovative ideas into viable startups. The collaboration, which also includes Young Productions as the official Media Partner, aims to create a dynamic platform where young aspiring founders can pitch their concepts directly to investors and a live digital audience.
Dreams Meet Opportunity On a Live Stage
A7elmak? introduces a fast-paced, social-first format tailored for a digital-native audience. Each episode will feature a live conversation with Ayman Abbas, Chairman of A Ventures, and co-judge Sherif Ramadan, CEO of A Ventures, who will share insights on entrepreneurship and startup fundamentals. Following this, a series of young entrepreneurs will join the broadcast live from their own devices to pitch their business ideas in real-time. This format democratizes access to investors, breaking down traditional barriers and allowing for direct engagement between founders, judges, and the viewing community. Viewers can comment and participate, influencing the conversation and making it a fully interactive experience.
A Launchpad For The Next Generation
Positioned as more than just a competition, A7elmak? serves as a launchpad for young innovators. The initiative provides a crucial first step into the world of entrepreneurship by offering expert feedback, regional exposure, and incubation opportunities. The show is designed to empower participants to build sustainable ventures from their creative concepts.
“Across the MENA region, we’re seeing a generation that’s digitally fluent, innovative, and eager to build,” said Ayman Abbas, Chairman of A Ventures. We created A7elmak? because we recognise the rising power of entrepreneurship in the region and deeply believe in the youth’s role in shaping the future. This initiative is about giving them that first push — the tools, the confidence, and the ecosystem to bring their ideas to life.”
Pioneering Digital Incubation
By merging entertainment with empowerment, this partnership pioneers a new model of digital incubation in the MENA region. The platform integrates content creation, community engagement, and direct entrepreneurial support. This aligns with A Ventures’ broader mission to provide young innovators with the capital, mentorship, and networks needed to accelerate growth. The program is scheduled to run through November and December 2025, streaming exclusively on TikTok Live. The strategic partnership was formalized in a ceremony attended by leadership from A Ventures, including Ayman Abbas, Sherif Ramadan, and Mahmoud Magdi, alongside Ahmed Nasser, Regional Partnerships Manager at TikTok Live MENA.
About A7elmak?
A7elmak? is an interactive live show created by A Ventures in partnership with TikTok Live MENA. It provides a platform for young entrepreneurs in the MENA region to pitch their startup ideas live to a panel of judges and a digital audience. The initiative aims to discover, fund, and incubate the next generation of regional founders by combining entertainment with tangible opportunities for mentorship and investment.
Source: Wamda
