Silicon Waha for Technology Parks has launched the seventh edition of Waha Connect at Sadat Technology Park, bringing together government officials, business leaders, investors, technology experts and academic institutions to strengthen cooperation between industry, investment and innovation.
Hosted by Delta Technological University under the presidency of Prof. Dr. Wagih El-Askary on November 1, 2026, the event provides a platform for connecting companies with young talent, showcasing innovative projects and developing technology-driven solutions to industrial challenges.
The program features panel discussions on business growth and labor market needs, student project exhibitions, and the “Tech for Impact” competition, organized in collaboration with the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) and the “Egypt Makes Electronics” initiative.
PFI Offers EGP 40,000 in Prizes to Support Young Innovators
Post for Investment (PFI) is participating as the strategic partner of the seventh edition, supporting entrepreneurship and promising technology projects through funding opportunities and initiatives aimed at encouraging young innovators.
Ahmed Ali Abdelrahman, CEO and Managing Director of PFI, said the company’s participation reflects its commitment to empowering early-stage entrepreneurs and helping innovative ideas move toward practical application and sustainable business opportunities.
As part of its support for the “Tech for Impact” competition, PFI is offering cash prizes totaling EGP 40,000, distributed among the winning teams as follows: EGP 18,000 for first place, EGP 13,000 for second place and EGP 9,000 for third place.
Meanwhile, Hashem Mansi, CEO and Managing Director of Silicon Waha for Technology Parks, said Waha Connect serves as a platform linking industry, investment and technology with young talent, creating opportunities for collaboration and economic growth.
He highlighted the importance of connecting companies’ requirements with the capabilities of Egyptian youth, enabling them to transform innovative ideas into practical projects with tangible economic value.
Business Growth, Student Projects and Investment Opportunities in Focus
The event’s program includes a presentation by Eng. Amr Abou Alam, Chairman of LOTUS Management & Consulting and Board Member of Silicon Waha for Technology Parks, entitled “From Opportunity to Investment: What Makes a Project Worth Supporting?” The presentation addresses key investment considerations, including growth potential, scalability, market relevance and funding readiness.
Two panel discussions will also explore the relationship between investment, technology and industry, alongside the challenges of matching business requirements with qualified talent.
The first panel, “The Growth Equation: Investment × Technology × Industry,” features Dr. Ayman El-Bayaa, Assistant Minister of Industry for Digital Transformation and Executive Director of the Industrial Modernization Center (IMC); Eng. Sameh El-Mallah, CEO of Damen E-Payment; Eng. Karim Ghoneim, Founder and CEO of KMG Engineering Industries; and Gamal Gomei, Head of Investment Sector at PFI.
The second panel, “The Missing Link: Talent – Bridging Business Needs and Qualified Skills,” is organized in collaboration with Aura Communication and features representatives from Zewail City of Science, Technology and Innovation, ITIDA, Aura Communication and Delta Technological University.
Waha Connect 7 also features two student project exhibitions. The first showcases projects developed by Delta Technological University students, while the second presents school students’ projects, organized by the Gifted Students and Smart Learning Department in Menoufia Governorate and sponsored by Scope for Training and Human Resources Development.
The “Tech for Impact” competition provides young innovators with an opportunity to present practical technological solutions to industry and investment representatives. Its judging panel includes Mostafa El-Shahat, Head of Strategy, Planning and Business Development at PFI; Ahmed Abdullah, the company’s Chief Operating Officer; Prof. Dr. Ahmed El-Sawy, Dean of the Faculty of Industry and Energy; and a representative from ITIDA.
The Industrial Modernization Center is also supporting the event by inviting manufacturers and industrial companies to explore student projects and identify potential technological solutions to operational and technical challenges.
The seventh edition is supported by PFI as strategic partner, Aura Communication as content partner and Scope for Training and Human Resources Development as community partner, while Delta Technological University hosts the event.
Through Waha Connect, Silicon Waha continues to promote collaboration between industry, investment, technology and education, helping young innovators develop practical solutions and contributing to the modernization and competitiveness of Egypt’s industrial sector.
