EdVentures, the Arab world’s first corporate venture capital firm specializing in education and culture, has announced the launch of its inaugural “EdTech Week”. Running from February 3 to February 12, 2026, this event features a series of live workshops led by startups from the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship. The program is designed for entrepreneurs, educators, and tech professionals eager to gain practical knowledge and real-world insights from founders who are actively scaling educational solutions across the region.
Event Details
- What: EdTech Week: A series of live workshops by Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship startups
- When: February 3 – 12, 2026
- Where: Hybrid (Online and Offline sessions)
- Focus Areas: EdTech, Startup Scaling, B2G Partnerships, AI in Education, Leadership, and Finance
About The Event
EdTech Week is a specialized initiative aimed at showcasing the impact of educational technology startups on the ground. Organized by EdVentures in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, the week-long event serves as a platform for fellowship startups to share their expertise. The sessions cover a diverse range of topics, from technical workshops on AI and B2G (Business-to-Government) roadmaps to essential soft skills like charisma and leadership. By blending theoretical knowledge with practical experience, EdTech Week aims to empower the next generation of innovators in the learning sector.
What to Expect
The event features a structured calendar of sessions delivered by prominent EdTech startups:
- B2G & Sales Strategy: Insights on navigating government partnerships and driving sales growth, featuring Cognify Education and Camtech.
- Soft Skills & Career Readiness: Workshops on confident presentation, communication, and agricultural/veterinary career readiness by Tick & Talk, Business Bel Arabi, and Mazraaty.
- Advanced Tech & Inclusion: Deep dives into AI for career acceleration and inclusive education principles for EdTech solutions by Carerha and Deaf Gain.
- Operational Excellence: Practical sessions on startup tools, medical career pathways, finance for non-finance professionals, and situational leadership.
Featured Speakers
While individual speakers are associated with their respective fellowship startups, the sessions are led by founders and experts from the following organizations:
- Cognify Education (B2G Partnerships Roadmap)
- Tick & Talk (Presenting with Confidence)
- Carerha (AI for Career Acceleration)
- Deaf Gain (Accessibility & Inclusive Education)
- Career180 (Finance for Non-finance)
- Growtwopro (Situational Leadership)
Startup Workshop Schedule
The week is divided into online and offline tracks to maximize accessibility:
| Date | Time | Format | Topic | Startup |
| 3 Feb | 6:00 – 8:00 PM | Online | B2G Partnerships Roadmap | Cognify Education |
| 3 Feb | 6:00 – 8:00 PM | Online | Sales | Camtech |
| 4 Feb | 12:00 – 2:00 PM | Offline | The Charisma Factor: Presenting with Confidence | Tick & Talk |
| 4 Feb | 12:00 – 3:00 PM | Offline | Agricultural & Veterinary Career Readiness | Mazraaty |
| 8 Feb | 3:00 – 4:30 PM | Offline | How to Start and Expand | 5 Quarters |
| 8 Feb | 4:30 – 5:30 PM | Offline | The Power of Communication | Business Bel Arabi |
| 10 Feb | 6:00 – 8:00 PM | Offline | AI for Career Acceleration | Carerha |
| 11 Feb | 5:00 – 7:00 PM | Offline | Accessibility & Inclusive Education Principles | Deaf Gain |
| 11 Feb | 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Online | Important Tools for Startups | Bayt Alkhyata |
| 11 Feb | 8:00 – 10:00 PM | Online | Pathway of Doctors to UK | MRCS IV |
| 12 Feb | 12:00 – 2:00 PM | Offline | Finance for Non-finance | Career180 |
| 12 Feb | 9:00 – 10:00 PM | Online | Situational Leadership for Managers | Growtwopro |
How to Attend
Registration is mandatory for all sessions to secure a spot. Interested participants can register through the official portal to attend either the online webinars or the offline workshops hosted in Giza.
- Register here: EdTech Week Registration Form
About The Organizers
EdVentures is a pioneering corporate venture capital firm founded in 2017. It focuses on the fields of education, culture, and innovative learning solutions. Powered by the long history of the Nahdet Misr Publishing Group, EdVentures supports entrepreneurs by providing investment and an ecosystem designed for scaling startups. The Mastercard Foundation partners with organizations like EdVentures to create opportunities for young people to learn and prosper through impactful initiatives like the EdTech Fellowship.
Learn More: EdVentures
