Apply for the Standard Chartered Foundation Women in Tech Accelerator Program - Egypt 2026 - the second edition of a growth accelerator for women-led, tech-enabled startups registered and operating in Egypt.
Delivered by Entlaq in partnership with the Standard Chartered Foundation and Village Capital, the programme supports 12 startups with investment-readiness training, mentorship, and ecosystem access. Three winners share up to USD $35,000 in equity-free grant funding at Demo Day.
Quick Facts - Women in Tech Accelerator Egypt 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Programme | Standard Chartered Foundation Women in Tech Accelerator - Egypt (2nd edition) |
| Partners | Standard Chartered Foundation, Entlaq, Village Capital |
| Country | Egypt |
| Cohort size | 12 women-led technology startups |
| Programme dates | September - December 2026 |
| Grant pool | Up to USD $35,000 equity-free funding for 3 winners (combined) |
| Format | Structured training, mentorship, investment readiness, Demo Day (in-person and online activities) |
| Application deadline | 13 September 2026 (Entlaq programme announcement) |
| Official apply | Women in Tech Accelerator Egypt - Application Form |
What Is the Women in Tech Accelerator?
The Standard Chartered Foundation Women in Tech initiative supports women entrepreneurs building scalable technology ventures. The Egypt 2026 cohort focuses on startups that have demonstrated market validation and are ready to scale - with emphasis on investment readiness, business development, and access to finance and partner networks.
The first Egyptian cohort attracted 240 applications and supported 11 startups through 35+ training sessions and 40+ mentorship sessions. The 2026 edition builds on that track record with stronger investment-readiness support.
What Selected Founders Receive
- Investment-readiness training and tailored workshops to scale with confidence
- Curated mentorship from industry leaders and ecosystem partners
- Personalised growth planning and business development support
- Access to Standard Chartered’s global networks and entrepreneurial community
- Expert support across business strategy, governance, and impact
- Demo Day opportunity - top 3 startups share up to $35,000 in equity-free grants
- Connection to peers, finance providers, and Village Capital / Entlaq networks
Eligibility
- Gender-diverse team with at least one female co-founder
- Early-stage startup operational for at least one year with a minimum viable product (MVP)
- Seed-stage or pre-Series A technology-enabled venture
- Solution is innovative and scalable
- Demonstrates sustainable environmental, social, or economic impact through the technology
- Registered and operating in Egypt
- Available for all programme activities and events (in-person and online) September - December 2026
- Market validation / traction - programme targets startups ready to scale, not idea-stage only
Programme Timeline
- Applications open: Now (2026 cycle)
- Application deadline: 13 September 2026
- Accelerator runs: September - December 2026
- Demo Day: End of programme - three grant winners announced
How to Apply
- Review eligibility and programme details on the official Standard Chartered Women in Tech page.
- Confirm your startup is Egypt-based, tech-enabled, women-led, and has at least one year of operations with an MVP.
- Complete the official SurveyMonkey application form.
- Submit before 13 September 2026.
Official Links
Apply - Women in Tech Accelerator Egypt 2026
Programme details - Standard Chartered Egypt
Entlaq (programme delivery partner)
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FAQs - Women in Tech Accelerator Egypt 2026
What is the application deadline?
13 September 2026, per Entlaq’s programme announcement. Always confirm on the official application page before submitting.
How much funding is available?
Three participating startups share up to USD $35,000 in equity-free grant funding at Demo Day.
Who can apply?
Women startup founders with Egypt-registered, tech-enabled startups that have been operating at least one year, have an MVP, include at least one female co-founder, and show scalable impact.
When does the programme run?
September through December 2026, with hybrid in-person and online sessions.
How many startups are selected?
12 women-led technology startups for the 2026 Egypt cohort.
Where do I apply?
Via the official form linked from Standard Chartered: surveymonkey.com/r/WiTAcceleratorEgypt.
