Egypt’s Women Entrepreneurs: The Untapped Economic Powerhouse

Today, we’re proud to highlight a milestone publication: the “first edition of Entlaq’s “Women in Entrepreneurship Report – Egypt.”
It’s more than just a report — it’s a “call to action” for anyone invested in real change.

The data reveals what many already feel: despite progress, systemic barriers continue to limit women’s full economic potential.
Some realities from the report:
– Egypt ranks “135th out of 146” countries on the Global Gender Gap Index (2024).
– “Only 1.2%” of total venture capital funding went to women entrepreneurs in 2023.
– Rural women are “45% less likely” to have internet access compared to urban counterparts.
– Only “6.3%” of firms in Egypt have a female top manager.

But here’s the opportunity:
If Egypt increases women’s labor force participation by just “10%”, the country could add a staggering “34% to its GDP” by 2030.
Imagine the impact when women entrepreneurs are given equitable access to finance, digital tools, mentorship, and markets.

Key solutions proposed by the report:
– Gender-sensitive lending and financial inclusion strategies.
– Expanding digital literacy and e-commerce access for women.
– Cultural shifts through community engagement and storytelling.
– Building women-focused accelerators, mentorship programs, and policy reforms.

At 925 MEA Magazine, we believe that celebrating and amplifying such insights is essential.
Through our business journalism and partnerships, we’re committed to supporting initiatives that drive equity, innovation, and growth in Egypt and the MENA region.

If you’re an entrepreneur, policymaker, investor, or ecosystem builder — this is your roadmap for action.
The future is inclusive — and it’s already here. Will you be part of it?

👉🏼 Tag a woman entrepreneur who inspires you.
👉🏼 Share this post to spread the word.
👉🏼 Let’s build the future together.