Egypt is accelerating its transition to a private sector-driven economy, as highlighted at the Egypt VC Summit 2025, held on February 4-5 in Cairo.
Organised by the Egyptian Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (EPEA), GIZ Egypt on behalf of the German government, and implemented by Changelabs, the event brought together over 400 participants, including global family offices, sovereign funds, and international investors.
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Egypt VC Summit 2025 showcases economic transformation
At the summit, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Hassan El-Khatib announced plans to double the assets managed by The Sovereign Fund of Egypt (TSFE) to unlock the true economic potential of state assets. This move aligns with Egypt’s shift from a state-driven economy to one where private enterprises drive sustainable growth.
Minister of Planning Rania Al-Mashat emphasised that Egypt remains a top venture capital destination in the Middle East and Africa, having secured nearly $2 billion in startup funding over the past five years. Government initiatives such as the Ministerial Group for Entrepreneurship and the HAFIZ Platform are designed to streamline investment, reduce bureaucratic obstacles, and empower startups.
The 2025 agenda gathered over 50 foreign investors, 70 regional VC firms, and 20 local and international LPs, positioning Egypt as a gateway to a $5 trillion GDP market across Africa and the Middle East. This year’s summit also introduced specialised GP and LP masterclasses, roundtables, and exclusive networking sessions to maximise investment opportunities.
Reforms to attract foreign investment and boost trade
The government is implementing financial, monetary, and regulatory reforms to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) and position Egypt among the top 50 global economies in trade performance. Key initiatives include reducing customs clearance times, easing investor regulations, and expanding trade partnerships.
The summit also focused on new VC trends, sustainability & climate tech, cross-border investing, and exit strategies in Africa & the Middle East. In 2024, the event facilitated over 400 investor meetings, catalysing $40 million in investments into Egyptian VC firms. This year aims to build on that success by fostering deeper collaboration between global investors, regional venture capital firms, and government leaders.
Officials reaffirmed that fostering a business-friendly environment and boosting private sector participation are critical to sustaining economic growth. The Egypt VC Summit 2025 reinforced Egypt’s commitment to becoming a regional investment hub, bridging Africa and the Middle East to global markets.