In a significant move to bolster the regional startup ecosystem, RiseUp Summit has announced a strategic partnership with Egypt-based logistics firm Bosta. The collaboration, unveiled during the RiseUp Summit 2026, aims to provide startups with innovative logistical solutions to help them overcome operational challenges and scale their operations both regionally and globally.
The RiseUp Summit, the largest annual entrepreneurship and innovation event in the Middle East and Africa, was held from February 5-7 at the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo under the theme “The Turning Point.” The event serves as a key platform for exchanging expertise, discussing startup challenges, and exploring the latest trends in investment and technology.
A Partnership to Overcome Operational Hurdles
The alliance between RiseUp and Bosta is founded on a shared vision to foster innovation and empower startups. By combining RiseUp’s ecosystem-building platform with Bosta’s tech-enabled logistics expertise, the partnership will offer practical solutions that help emerging companies streamline their shipping and delivery processes, a critical component for growth in the e-commerce sector and beyond. The collaboration is designed to help startups navigate their journey toward regional and international expansion.
Navigating Startup Exits
During the summit, Mohamed Ezzat, Founder and CEO of Bosta, participated in a pivotal panel discussion titled “Acquisition or IPO?” The session addressed the different exit strategies available to startups, particularly in the context of the economic variables and challenges facing emerging markets.
Ezzat was joined by a panel of investment and entrepreneurship leaders, including:
- Mohamed Okasha – Managing Partner at DisrupTech Ventures
- Mohamed Aboulnaga – Chief Investment Officer at Exits
- Hossam Ali – Co-founder and CEO of Yozo
- Essam Hawas – Founder and CEO of Mada Capital
The speakers deliberated on the key factors that determine the most suitable exit path for a company, emphasizing the importance of timing, corporate governance, a robust business model, and the ability to achieve sustainable growth.
A Call for Scalability from Day One
Mohamed Ezzat shared his perspective on building for the long term. “Although Egypt is the largest market in the region in terms of size and opportunities, startups need to design their products and business models from day one with regional and global scalability in mind to ensure real and sustainable growth,” he explained.
“Focusing on building scalable solutions that can adapt to the requirements of different markets has become a fundamental factor in attracting investments and opening new horizons for growth, both at the level of partnerships and future exit opportunities,” Ezzat added.
About Bosta
Bosta is a leading logistics and delivery solutions provider in Egypt. The company offers integrated, technology-backed services to support e-commerce businesses, enabling them to improve the efficiency of their shipping and delivery operations. This contributes to accelerating their growth and strengthening their ability to expand within the Egyptian market and into regional markets.
Source: Eltaameer
