Global
Entrepreneurship
Festival
World's Biggest Entrepreneurship Event
Nov 6 - 8, 2026 | JW Marriott Hotel Cairo, New Cairo, Egypt
Your Gateway to Global Opportunities
The Global Entrepreneurship Festival (GEF) is where founders, investors, governments, corporations, policymakers, development partners, and global business leaders come together to build partnerships, unlock investments, expand into new markets, and shape the future of business.
Whether you're looking to raise capital, find customers, meet decision-makers, showcase your brand, secure international partnerships, or grow your influence, GEF gives you direct access to the people and opportunities that matter.
Join 10,000+ delegates from 70+ countries, connect with 200+ investors, explore 100+ exhibitions, hear from 60+ global speakers, and experience 12 world-class events designed to accelerate business growth.
6–8 November 2026
JW Marriott Hotel, Cairo, Egypt
Viewers
In-person Delegates
Investors & VCs
Exhibitions
Global Speakers
Events
Days
Festival
Under the distinguished auspices of
His Excellency Dr. Mostafa Madbouly
Prime Minister of the Arab Republic of Egypt
The Global Entrepreneurship Festival proudly convenes the world's entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, innovators, and business leaders in Cairo to accelerate global collaboration, investment, and economic transformation.
🌍 Global Business Forums, Mixers, and Activations
Explore the cities and countries hosting GEF Global Business Mixers on the road to the main event in Cairo 2026.
The Global Entrepreneurs Award
The World's Grand Celebration of Entrepreneurial Leadership
The Global Entrepreneurs Award is the most prestigious award that honours global entrepreneurs, top business leaders, investors, policymakers, ecosystem builders, government officials, innovators, development partners, and institutions whose vision and leadership are shaping the future of entrepreneurship and driving global prosperity.
A celebration of excellence. A platform of influence. A legacy of distinction.
Jim Keyes - GEF Awardee
The Epicenter of Enterprise Uniting
Global Entrepreneurial Minds
The Global Entrepreneurship Festival (#GEF) is proudly hosted by the Entrepreneurship Village, often regarded as Africa's Silicon Valley, an initiative of Africa's Young Entrepreneurs Organization, which is Africa's foremost entrepreneurship organization. This event is happening during the Global Entrepreneurship month 2026, JW Marriott Hotel Cairo, New Cairo, Egypt.
Egypt has won the bid to host the Global Entrepreneurship Festival 2026
GEF 2026 Official Launch in Egypt
The global stage for entrepreneurship.
Where visionaries, investors, and builders converge.
The world is coming to Cairo.
Secure Your Access
VVIP
- ✓All VIP benefits
- ✓Exclusive speakers/partners lounge
- ✓VVIP Gala access
- ✓Priority seating & protocol services
- ✓VVIP lounge with premium refreshments
- ✓Unlimited deal room access
VIP
- ✓All Regular benefits
- ✓VIP pass & priority seating
- ✓Fast-track entry
- ✓Gala Night access
- ✓Deal room with priority matching
- ✓25% ticket discount for family
Regular
- ✓Deal Room access
- ✓Pitch to investors/VCs
- ✓Opening conference
- ✓Leadership forum
- ✓Fashion show
- ✓Women's congress
- ✓Closing concert
Basic
- ✓Masterclasses
- ✓Opening conference
- ✓Pitch to investors/VCs
- ✓Women's congress
- ✓Closing concert
- ✓Certificate of participation
Book Your Package
Explore Egypt While You're Here
Pre-GEF · 1 Day
A Day in Cairo
5th November 2026
Starting price
From $165
per person
Package Includes
- ✓Full day tour: Grand Egyptian Museum (G.E.M.), Pyramids & Sphinx
- ✓Lunch at a local restaurant during the tour
- ✓English-speaking guide throughout visits
- ✓Air-conditioned vehicle & hotel-to-hotel transfers
Not Included
- ✕GEF participation ticket
- ✕Flights · Tipping · Beverages during meals
Pre-GEF · 3 Days
3 Days in Egypt
3rd – 5th November 2026
Starting price
From $1,195
per person
Package Includes
- ✓2 airport-hotel transfers in Cairo
- ✓3 nights at Sonesta Hotel Cairo (B&B basis)
- ✓Full day tour: G.E.M., Pyramids & Sphinx with lunch
- ✓Day trip to Alexandria: Catacombs, Pompey Pillar, Amphitheaters & Alexandria Library with lunch
Not Included
- ✕GEF ticket · Flights · Entry visa · Tipping
- ✕Beverages · GEF accommodation (Nov 6–9)
Post-GEF · 5 Days
5 Days in Egypt
9th – 13th November 2026
Starting price
From $2,335
per person
Package Includes
- ✓All hotel-airport transfers in Cairo, Luxor & Aswan
- ✓1 night Sonesta Hotel (B&B) + 4 nights aboard M/S Mojito (full board)
- ✓Nile Cruise excursions: Karnak & Luxor Temples, Valley of the Queens, Hatshepsut Temple, Edfu & Kom Ombo, High Dam & Philae Temple + Felucca ride
- ✓Local English-speaking guide
Not Included
- ✕GEF ticket · Flights · Entry visa · Tipping
- ✕Domestic flights CAI/LXR–ASW/CAI (~$355 USD extra)
Post-GEF · 6 Days
6 Days in Egypt
9th – 14th November 2026
Starting price
From $2,385
per person
Package Includes
- ✓All hotel-airport transfers in Cairo, Luxor & Aswan
- ✓1 night Sonesta Hotel (B&B) + 4 nights aboard M/S Mojito (full board)
- ✓Full Nile Cruise excursions: Karnak & Luxor Temples, Valley of the Queens, Hatshepsut Temple, Edfu & Kom Ombo, High Dam & Philae Temple
- ✓Extended Felucca ride around Kitchener Islands · Local English-speaking guide
Not Included
- ✕GEF ticket · Flights · Entry visa · Tipping
- ✕Domestic flights CAI/LXR–ASW/CAI (~$355 USD extra)
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