Business Egypt

The goal of Business Egypt is to create a vibrant and high functioning network of competitive private institutions that accelerate economic development in Egypt and expand the quality and quantity of job opportunities, especially for youths and women. The project aims to achieve this by strengthening selected value chains through innovative techniques and practices, supporting the establishment, growth, and competitiveness of productive and innovative startups as well as micro, small, and medium businesses. The project has three expected results: • Result 1: New MSMEs assisted to start up and accelerate business growth, with a focus on supporting the creation of new firms through incubators and accelerators, expanding the reach and effectiveness of the Women’s Entrepreneurship Network and Tiye Angels, and expanding the reach and effectiveness of the Youth Entrepreneurship Network. • Result 2: Existing MSMEs assisted to adapt and grow, with a focus on strengthening Business Development Centers’ ability to assist MSMEs, improving access to finance and investment, and promoting market-driven anchor firm-MSME partner alliances. • Result 3: Business enabling environment enhanced for MSME growth, with a focus on simplifying policies and regulations for businesses, improving processes for streamlined registration, paying taxes, operational licensing, and regulatory compliance for new and growing small businesses.