Egypt Backs 13 EdTech Startups Reaching 410K+ Learners

Thirteen innovative education technology companies in Egypt just joined a fellowship that's transforming how hundreds of thousands of people learn, work, and build better futures.

EdVentures and the Mastercard Foundation launched the third round of their EdTech Fellowship in Cairo this year, bringing the total number of supported startups to 36. The program gives African education technology companies the financial backing, business expertise, and learning science knowledge they need to grow and reach more people.

The new startups tackle challenges across the learning spectrum. Hoopooh uses artificial intelligence to personalize early childhood education, while SDS Egypt creates accessible digital learning pathways specifically for people with disabilities.

MOMKEN FOR HER empowers women through upskilling and employment programs. GMind brings virtual and augmented reality into classrooms to make learning immersive and engaging.

Several companies focus on bridging the gap between education and employment. Qualiphi connects students with universities and employers using AI-powered tools, while Business Development Institute delivers entrepreneurship training to help young people start their own ventures.

Healthcare education gets a boost too. Wisdom Education offers specialized digital learning for medical and dental students, and Plan P helps healthcare students transition from classroom learning to real clinical practice.

The numbers tell a powerful story. Since launching in 2024, the fellowship has supported 23 startups that have reached more than 410,000 learners across Egypt. The program now operates in 12 African countries, partnering with leading innovation hubs to strengthen education ecosystems continent-wide.

The Ripple Effect

When education technology works, the benefits multiply. Students gain skills that lead to jobs. Teachers get tools that make learning more effective. Communities see young people contribute to local economies instead of struggling to find opportunities.

The fellowship prioritizes inclusion at every turn. Startups like Empower Hub help underserved youth access mentorship and scholarships, while Farid Academy promotes social-emotional learning and wellbeing for children who might otherwise fall through the cracks.

Dalia Ibrahim, founder and CEO of EdVentures, sees the bigger picture. Strong partnerships that combine expertise and resources can accelerate innovation and expand opportunities for entrepreneurs across Africa, she explains.

The Mastercard Foundation invests in education transformation, inclusive technology solutions, and sustainable entrepreneurship ecosystems. By supporting innovators who expand access to learning, the fellowship helps shape the future of education across an entire continent.

These 13 startups join a growing network of founders proving that technology can make education more accessible, relevant, and effective for everyone who needs it.