# Techne Summit 2026

The Mediterranean’s meeting point for founders, capital and policy. Two editions, part of Egypt Innovation Week (28 Sep – 8 Oct 2026).

55,000+ attendees · 70+ countries · 450+ speakers · 150+ investors

## Techne Summit Cairo

26 – 27 Sep 2026 · Ghurnata

A flagship, high-level platform bringing together decision-makers, corporates, investors and global technology leaders. Positioned at the intersection of policy, capital and advanced innovation, it enables strategic dialogue and real partnerships shaping the future of emerging markets.

Themes: Capital & Growth, AI & Emerging Tech, Corporate Innovation, Policy & Markets, Creative Economy & Heritage.

[Edition page](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/cairo) · [Agenda](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/agenda?city=cairo) · [Tickets](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/tickets?city=cairo)

## Techne Summit Alexandria

3 – 5 Oct 2026 · Bibliotheca Alexandrina

The region’s largest ecosystem gathering, attracting 45,000+ attendees across startups, talent, investors and enablers. Built for scale and inclusivity, it connects ideas, people and opportunities in a high-energy, community-driven environment.

Tracks: EdTech, Corporate Innovation, Architecture, Real Estate, & Design, Investment, E-Commerce, Sports Technology, Gaming, Healthtech, Fintech, Creative Economy, Startup Innovation, Logistics, Cleantech & Climate Innovation.

[Edition page](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/alexandria) · [Agenda](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/agenda?city=alexandria) · [Tickets](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/tickets?city=alexandria)

## Headline speakers

- [H.E. Mr. Ahmed Kouchouk](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/h-e-mr-ahmed-kouchouk.md), Minister, Ministery of Finance of Egypt
- [H.E. Mr. Raafat Hindy](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/h-e-mr-raafat-hindy.md), Minister of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) of Egypt
- [H.E Osama Saleh](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/h-e-osama-saleh.md), Chairman credit agricole & Former Egyptian Minister of Investment, Credit Agricole - Egypt
- [Basma Ammari](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/basma-ammari.md), Director of Public Policy, Middle East and North Africa, Meta
- [Stefano Mazzone](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/stefano-mazzone.md), General Manager, Roche Egypt
- [Samah Anwar](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/samah-anwar.md), CEO & Co-Founder, TellAVision.io
- [Mohamed Kassem](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/mohamed-kassem.md), General Manager, Microsoft
- [Said Baaghil](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/said-baaghil.md), The Brand Scientist, The Baaghil
- [Mohamed El Araby](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/mohamed-el-araby.md), Managing Director, L'Oréal
- [Margret O’Connor](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/margret-o-connor.md), Chairperson, Launch Africa Ventures
- [Belal Zahran](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/belal-zahran.md), Chief Revenue Officer, Foodics
- [Ksenia Kurileva](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/ksenia-kurileva.md), Founder, ALMANAC
- [Tando Matanda](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/tando-matanda.md), CEO & Co-founder, Musa Ventures
- [Benjamin Meier](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/benjamin-meier.md), Project Lead CATAL1.5°T Africa, GIZ
- [Carolyne Kirabo](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/carolyne-kirabo.md), Founder and Managing Partner, M-Kyala Capital
- [Serdar Yucel](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/serdar-yucel.md), Consultant & Mentor, Seedstars
- [Bako Ambianda](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/bako-ambianda.md), CEO, Backbone Capital Ventures
- [Salman Butt](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/salman-butt.md), Venture Partner, Palm Vantures

All 426 speakers: https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/api/speakers.json. All 267 sessions: https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/api/sessions.json. Site guide: https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/llms.txt.