About this opportunity
Applications are open for the Standard Chartered Foundation Women in Tech Accelerator 2026 , a programme supporting women-led and gender-diverse technology startups in Egypt . The programme aims to help women entrepreneurs grow and scale their businesses through funding opportunities, expert support, tailored workshops and access to the wider entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Benefits and support
Selected startups can receive: Up to US$35,000 in equity-free funding Access to Standard Chartered’s global networks Expert mentorship and business support Tailored workshops to support business growth Support in areas such as business strategy and governance Opportunities to connect with the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following criteria: Have a gender-diverse team with at least one female co-founder Operate an early-stage startup that has been active for at least one year Have at least a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) Be at the seed or pre-Series A stage Demonstrate that their solution is innovative and scalable Show the technology’s sustainable environmental, social or economic impact Be registered and operating in Egypt Be available to participate in programme activities held both online and in person .
Why You Should Apply
This opportunity is particularly relevant for women entrepreneurs building technology-enabled startups with the potential for measurable impact . Beyond the funding, participants can benefit from mentorship, strategic support and connections that may help them strengthen their businesses and prepare for growth.
The broader Standard Chartered Foundation Women in Tech initiative operates across multiple markets in Africa, the Middle East and Pakistan, although this specific call is for startups registered and operating in Egypt .
Application steps
Interested founders can review the full
Eligibility
and application information on the official programme page: Apply for the Standard Chartered Foundation Women in Tech Accelerator 2026
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