Value Makers Studio (VMS) has launched VMS Accelerate, a three-month accelerator programme based in Cairo aimed at supporting Seed and Seed+ startups as they scale their businesses.
The programme offers selected founders up to $28,000 (EGP 1.5 million) in funding, along with access to mentorship from over 150 industry experts and connections to investors. A key objective is to help startups expand beyond Egypt into the Saudi market, one of the fastest-growing startup ecosystems in the region.
Motaz Abuonq, CEO of Value Makers Studio, highlighted Egypt’s strong entrepreneurial landscape, noting that the initiative is designed to unlock the potential of founders building scalable, high-growth businesses. By combining capital, guidance, and market access, VMS aims to bridge the gap between early-stage innovation and regional expansion.
The focus on Saudi Arabia reflects a broader trend of cross-border startup growth in the Middle East, where founders are increasingly looking to tap into larger markets with strong investment activity and supportive business environments.
With structured mentorship, funding support, and investor exposure, VMS Accelerate is positioned to help startups move from early traction to sustainable growth, while strengthening connections between Egypt and the wider Middle East startup ecosystem.
Bottom line: VMS Accelerate underscores the growing importance of accelerator-led ecosystems in helping early-stage startups scale faster and expand into high-potential regional markets.
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