Changelabs

Changelabs Enabling MENA's innovation ecosystem Changelabs was founded to help impact-centered entrepreneurs in MENA succeed.

We achieve this by designing and running some of the region's leading entrepreneurship programs, in partnership with development organizations, governments, and the private sector. Our learning programs are unique in that they all seek to achieve social and developmental outcomes while supporting entrepreneurs. Over the past three years, we've worked with leading organizations like Amazon, FMO, GG

F, SANAD, Orange, and more to build some of the region's most impactful online and offline festivals, accelerators, hackathons, incubators, demo days, and more. For more information, please visit our website at changelabsme.org

🚀Unlock a strategic pathway into one of MENA’s leading tech companies.The Raya Strategic Investment Program, powered by ...
26/11/2025

🚀Unlock a strategic pathway into one of MENA’s leading tech companies.

The Raya Strategic Investment Program, powered by Changelabs in collaboration with Raya FutureTECH and GIZ, gives Egyptian companies direct access to partner with one or more of Raya’s 10 business units.

From RAYA Electric, RAYA Trade, RAYA IT, RAYA SMART Buildings, RAYA Auto, RAYA FMCG, RAYA Investments, RAYA F&B, to Aman Holding, selected companies will:

•⁠ ⁠Engage in curated 1:1 meetings
•⁠ ⁠Explore partnership opportunities
•⁠ ⁠Receive expert-led preparation & guided negotiation support
•⁠ ⁠Explore funding opportunities

This is a rare opportunity to partner with Raya Holding, one of the Middle East & Africa’s most influential corporate groups.

Deadline: December 1st
Register Now through the link in bio!

Don’t miss your chance to open doors across an entire corporate ecosystem!

🌟 Ready to turn corporate collaboration into real growth?The Raya Strategic Investment Program — implemented by Changela...
19/11/2025

🌟 Ready to turn corporate collaboration into real growth?

The Raya Strategic Investment Program — implemented by Changelabs in collaboration with Raya FutureTECH and GIZ — is giving Egyptian startups a direct pathway to partner with one of the country’s most influential corporates - Raya Holding for Financial Investments.

Over the course of this program, selected founders will connect with Raya’s business units, explore real partnership opportunities, receive expert guidance, and compete for the chance to secure strategic investment.

If you’re building bold solutions and want to scale with a powerful corporate ally, this is where your next chapter begins.

👉 Apply now: https://form.typeform.com/to/va9O9tXt
📅 Deadline: December 1st

Raya FutureTECH and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH are working together within the framework of the develoPPP funding program, which GIZ implements on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), implemented by Changelabs.

⚡ Where corporate collaboration meets real investment opportunities.The Raya Strategic Investment Program, powered by Ch...
12/11/2025

⚡ Where corporate collaboration meets real investment opportunities.

The Raya Strategic Investment Program, powered by Changelabs in collaboration with Raya FutureTECH and GIZ Egypt, is unlocking a new era of corporate–startup partnerships in Egypt, helping founders turn innovation into funded, scalable business growth.

Selected startups will gain direct access to Raya Holding’s business units, explore strategic partnerships, and prepare for potential equity investment opportunities following expert-led sessions, tailored mentorship, and facilitated 1:1 meetings.

If you’re ready to take your startup from pitch to partnership - this is your moment.

👉 Apply now: https://form.typeform.com/to/va9O9tXt
⏰ Application Deadline: December 1st



Raya FutureTECH and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH are working together within the framework of the develoPPP funding program, which GIZ implements on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), implemented by Changelabs.

🌿 Under our Scale Up to Green Investment Readiness Program with the Green for Growth Fund (GGF), we worked with some of ...
10/11/2025

🌿 Under our Scale Up to Green Investment Readiness Program with the Green for Growth Fund (GGF), we worked with some of Egypt’s most promising startups to help them scale responsibly and attract sustainable investment.

Through fundraising training, impact measurement, financial modelling, valuation training, and investor introductions, founders strengthened their business fundamentals - positioning their ventures as both profitable and planet-positive. 🌍

A special thank you to our experts - Karim Samra (Changelabs), Marc Johnson (It's a Breeze), and Sama Assem (Changelabs) - for their invaluable support and guidance throughout the program.

🚀 Changelabs, Raya FutureTECH , and GIZ Egypt are launching the Raya Strategic Investment Program - a specialised progra...
05/11/2025

🚀 Changelabs, Raya FutureTECH , and GIZ Egypt are launching the Raya Strategic Investment Program - a specialised program designed to prepare high-performing Egyptian startups for strategic investment and partnership opportunities with Raya Holding for Financial Investments.

Selected founders will gain:
🤝 1:1 introductions to Raya business units and executives
💼 Partnership negotiation support and expert guidance
💰 Direct equity funding opportunities
🎯 Access to investors and VCs through exclusive introductions

If you’re ready to collaborate with one of the region’s leading corporates and unlock your next growth stage this is your chance.

⏰ Apply before December 1st to secure your spot!:https://form.typeform.com/to/va9O9tXt



Raya FutureTECH and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH are working together within the framework of the develoPPP funding program, which GIZ implements on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), implemented by Changelabs.

🌿 As part of the Scale Up to Green Investment Readiness Program, in partnership with the GGF - Green for Growth Fund, we...
05/11/2025

🌿 As part of the Scale Up to Green Investment Readiness Program, in partnership with the GGF - Green for Growth Fund, we worked closely with three exceptional startups, helping them strengthen, measure, and amplify their environmental impact while building the businesses of tomorrow.

⚡ Tayar | طيار — transforming last-mile delivery with electric Fleet-as-a-Service solutions
🚗 For Wheelz — reducing emissions by converting vehicles into smart, data-driven mobility platforms
🔧 Mezatech — extending the life of tech through device care and circular logistics, cutting down e-waste

Together, these green-aligned companies are redefining what sustainable innovation looks like in emerging markets - creating real impact through smarter, cleaner business models.

🚀 Powering Egypt’s Fintech Future - Together.The AB Xelerate Egypt Startup Bootcamp, implemented by Changelabs, is the f...
04/11/2025

🚀 Powering Egypt’s Fintech Future - Together.

The AB Xelerate Egypt Startup Bootcamp, implemented by Changelabs, is the first fintech innovation bootcamp designed to connect Egypt’s most promising startups directly with Arab Bank in Egypt, turning groundbreaking ideas into real-world banking innovation.

Over three days, selected founders will engage with Arab Bank, leading investors, and industry experts to explore partnership opportunities, gain mentorship, and compete for 3 cash prizes. 💰

If your fintech is driving financial inclusion and building for Egypt’s underbanked, this is where your next big opportunity begins.

📅 November 11–13
📍 Arab Bank Egypt HQ, New Cairo
⏰ Apply by November 5th: https://lnkd.in/ecK6dZSQ

⏰ 3 days left to apply!Your fintech could power Egypt’s next big banking innovation - and this is where it starts.Join t...
02/11/2025

⏰ 3 days left to apply!

Your fintech could power Egypt’s next big banking innovation - and this is where it starts.

Join the AB Xelerate Egypt Innovation Bootcamp, where the country’s top 10 fintech startups will compete in a 3-day program connecting you directly with one of Egypt's leading banks and fintech leaders, and giving you the opportunity to:

💼 Integrate your solution with Arab Bank
🤝 Connect directly with investors, mentors, and corporates shaping Egypt’s fintech landscape
💰 Win cash prizes and national visibility

If your solution drives financial inclusion and empowers Egypt’s underbanked, this is your moment.

📅 November 11–13
📍 Arab Bank Egypt HQ, New Cairo
⏰ Apply by November 5: https://lnkd.in/ecK6dZSQ

🚀 Calling all Egyptian startups driving financial inclusion!Changelabs has partnered with AB Xelerate to bring you the E...
22/10/2025

🚀 Calling all Egyptian startups driving financial inclusion!

Changelabs has partnered with AB Xelerate to bring you the Egypt Startup Bootcamp, calling early-stage startups with tech-enabled solutions empowering the underbanked. Selected teams will collaborate directly with leading banks and financial institutions and compete for 🌟 three prizes awarded to the top startups.

To qualify, startups must be:

✅ Early-stage (MVP to growth) or with proven traction
✅ Registered and operating in Egypt
✅ Without prior foreign investment
✅ Led by a full-time founding team
✅ Focused on financial inclusion and addressing the underbanked
✅ Ready to integrate or partner with financial institutions

📅 November 11–13 | 📍 Arab Bank Egypt HQ, New Cairo
⏰ Apply by November 5: https://form.typeform.com/to/Lv9aX42a

Only 10 startups will be selected, so don’t miss your chance to connect, collaborate, and create real impact.

💡 Expert insights that drive growth.As part of the Raya FutureTech program, we were joined by an incredible lineup of in...
22/10/2025

💡 Expert insights that drive growth.

As part of the Raya FutureTech program, we were joined by an incredible lineup of industry experts - Marc Johnson (It’s a Breeze), Nader Youssef (Sawari Ventures), Nour Allam (Plus VC), and Fouad Rakha (DisrupTech Ventures) - who generously shared their time and expertise with our startups.

Their invaluable feedback and perspectives helped founders sharpen their strategies, strengthen their business models, and unlock new opportunities for growth.

We’re deeply grateful for their contribution and commitment to empowering the next generation of innovators.

This program is implemented by Raya FutureTech and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, within the framework of the develoPPP funding program on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

21/10/2025

💼 Connections that create impact.

The Raya FutureTECH Corporate & Investor Bootcamp brought together leading investors, corporate executives, and exceptional founders for a day of networking, speed meetings, and powerful conversations - all designed to build partnerships and unlock new growth opportunities.

Our founders had the chance to engage directly with top investors - Mohamed Hussain, CFA (Anara Capital), Enjy Heshmat (4DX Ventures), Ali Amer (Sequence Ventures), Noureen Maarouf (Falak Startups), and Youssef Helmy Habib (Glint Ventures) - alongside corporate leaders Samy Medhat (Arab Bank), Nada Shaheen (GB Corp), and Ayman Mohamed (electrified.).

Thank you to our partners and ecosystem leaders for making this milestone event a success, driving collaboration, innovation, and the future of entrepreneurship in Egypt.

This program is implemented by Raya FutureTech and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, within the framework of the develoPPP funding program on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

Backing the boldest women in tech 💡We’re helping our friends at Aurora Tech Award by inDrive find and fund the next gene...
13/10/2025

Backing the boldest women in tech 💡We’re helping our friends at Aurora Tech Award by inDrive find and fund the next generation of bold women in tech.

Only 2.3% of VC funding goes to female-founded startups - Aurora is here to change that.

The Aurora Tech Award is the only global startup prize dedicated exclusively to female tech founders in emerging markets, and the 2026 Open Call is officially live.

Aurora is backing bold women founders with:
💰 Up to US$50,000 in equity-free funding
🤝 Direct access to investors and mentors
🌍 Global visibility and community support

At Changelabs, we’re helping spread the word - because your idea deserves a seat at the table.

👉 Apply by November 12, 2025 through this link: https://shorturl.at/M1WAe

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