Startups and scale-ups are invited to join the “First Wave” of innovators exhibiting at RiseUp Summit 2026, the region’s premier platform for entrepreneurship and innovation. This is a unique opportunity to showcase your solutions to a global audience of investors, industry leaders, and potential partners.
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: Startup Exhibition and Networking
- For: Bold and ambitious Startups and Scale-ups
- Key Benefits: Access to 100+ investors, media exposure, and networking with 20,000+ attendees
- Application Deadline: Applications are currently open; immediate registration is encouraged before they close
- Location: The Grand Egyptian Museum, Giza, Egypt
Startup Exhibition Overview
The RiseUp Summit 2026, themed “The Turning Point,” serves as a convergence for founders and professionals to redefine their paths and unlock growth. Selected startups will have the chance to exhibit their innovations at the heart of the summit, which expects to host 300+ startups and 400+ speakers from over 150 nationalities. The event focuses on exchanging seven critical resources: know-how, talent, funding, marketplace, media, toolbox, and inspiration.
Key Benefits
- Investor Access: Pitch and network with over 100 regional and international investors.
- High Visibility: Showcase your innovation at the Grand Egyptian Museum to a massive crowd of 20,000+ attendees.
- Global Networking: Connect with thought leaders and industry peers from 150+ nationalities.
- Resource Exchange: Gain access to funding, talent, and strategic “know-how” to scale your business.
First Wave of Confirmed Startups
The summit has already announced its first wave of official participants, including:
- Fintech & Finance: PayDay Takaful, PaySupp, Fundfina, and CWALLET.
- Tech & Development: Code Quests, Cloudilic, Decisimo, and Remotecoders.
- Marketplace & E-commerce: myTindy.
- HR & Talent: Overseas Talent Match and Recruitera.
- Community & Lifestyle: Mogtamee (مجتمعي), MYCOlive, and TAKEED GROUP.
- Energy & Sustainability: Enpal.
- Real Estate & Growth: IGNOT Estates, Majestic Empire, and Startup Gate EG.
How to Apply
Founders should apply as soon as possible to secure their spot before the application window closes. The application process takes approximately 4 minutes to complete.
- Event Dates: February 5, 6, and 7, 2026
- Application Link: Apply Now via Typeform
About RiseUp
RiseUp is a platform dedicated to connecting startups with the most relevant resources worldwide. Operating across Africa, the GCC, and Europe, RiseUp creates environments—both digital and physical—that encourage ecosystem stakeholders to collaborate. Its flagship event, the RiseUp Summit, is recognized as the largest entrepreneurship gathering in the MENA region.
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