The Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center (TIEC) has opened applications for the fourth cohort of the CREATIVA Incubation Program, a nine-month initiative offering up to EGP 360,000 in zero-equity funding and comprehensive support for early-stage Egyptian tech startups.
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: Incubation Program
- For: Early-stage tech startups in Egypt with an MVP
- Key Benefits: Up to EGP 360k Zero-Equity Funding, Mentorship, Office Space, Investor Access
- Application Deadline: November 2025
- Location: 16 locations across Egypt
Incubation Program Overview
The CREATIVA Incubation Program (CIP) is a nine-month program that runs twice a year to help pre-seed/seed startups achieve growth, product-market fit, and investor readiness. The program fosters innovation in emerging technologies to solve market challenges and is delivered through a network of 16 CREATIVA hubs across Egypt. It is a collaboration between TIEC and CREATIVA operators, designed to nurture and grow sustainable businesses with the potential to scale.
Key Benefits
- Zero-Equity Funding: Receive up to EGP 360,000 in financial support without giving up any equity in your company.
- Mentorship & Training: Gain guidance from experienced advisors and participate in practical workshops.
- Investor Access: Connect with a network of investors and showcase your startup at a final Demo Day with investment matching.
- Nationwide Presence: Access office space and a supportive community in one of the 16 CREATIVA hubs across Egypt.
- Market Validation & Partnerships: Receive support for market validation and opportunities for strategic partnerships.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must have a functioning prototype or MVP.
- A business plan is required for application.
- The solution must be tech-based, innovative, and scalable.
- The program prefers teams with a minimum of two founders.
- Applicants must be residents of Egypt.
Program Funding
The financial support is provided in four milestone-based installments over the course of the nine-month program. Payments are tied to specific achievements, such as company registration, MVP delivery, attracting new paying customers, and reaching revenue targets.
How to Apply
Applications for the fourth cohort are open until November 2025. Interested startups can apply through the official Google Form.
Apply Here for the CREATIVA Incubation Program.
About TIEC & CREATIVA
The Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center (TIEC) is an entity that aims to drive economic growth in Egypt by providing knowledge and financial support to entrepreneurs and startups. The CREATIVA Incubation Program is one of its key initiatives, implemented through the national network of CREATIVA Innovation Hubs in collaboration with ITIDA to foster local innovation.
Learn More: CREATIVA Incubation Program
