Entlaq officially announced the launch of the third edition of the Egyptian Entrepreneurship Sector Diagnostic Report (SDR 2025), taking place from September 25 to 26, 2025, in El Gouna, the fully integrated coastal town developed by Orascom Development. The high-level summit is organized under the patronage of the Ministerial Committee for Entrepreneurship, the Ministry of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation, and the Ministry of Investment and Foreign Trade.
Abu Tig Island Hosts SDR 2025 Summit
This year’s edition will be hosted at Abu Tig Marina in El Gouna and will mark the inauguration of Abu Tig Island as a distinctive venue. Surrounded by the Red Sea, the island will host ministers, senior government officials, international experts, leading entrepreneurs, and over 40 Egyptian and global investors, funds, and development partners. The summit will facilitate strategic dialogue on the future of entrepreneurship in Egypt, emphasizing investment, innovation, and sustainable growth.
Omar Rezk, Managing Director at Entlaq, emphasized the significance of this edition:
“SDR 2025 represents a crucial milestone in monitoring the development of Egypt’s entrepreneurship ecosystem. It provides a strategic vision informed by modern data and analytics, helping shape the future for entrepreneurs. Partnering with El Gouna underscores our shared commitment to fostering an environment that encourages innovation and growth.”
El Gouna: A Hub for Innovation and Investment
Mohamed Amer, CEO of El Gouna and Managing Director at Orascom Development Egypt, highlighted the town’s strategic role:
“El Gouna has become a trusted home for entrepreneurs and investors by combining high quality of life with an optimal environment for business. Through initiatives like G-Space Business Park and the upcoming G-Valley hub, we continuously support founders and companies in starting, scaling, and collaborating. Hosting SDR 2025 reaffirms our contribution to job creation, attracting investments, and strengthening Egypt’s innovation-driven economy.”
Strategic Dialogue for Sector Growth
The SDR 2025 summit will serve as a platform for robust dialogue among the public sector, private sector, and international community. Key topics include supportive policies to accelerate entrepreneurship growth, financial inclusion, green financing, and cross-border capital flows. Additionally, discussions will explore the role of entrepreneurship in community development, focusing on youth empowerment and women’s participation in economic activities. Emerging sectors with high growth potential will also be highlighted, identifying opportunities for market expansion and sustainable investment.
El Gouna: A Year-Round Ecosystem for Creativity and Growth
The selection of El Gouna as the summit venue reflects its rising status as a cultural, sports, arts, and entrepreneurship hub. The town provides an integrated environment that nurtures creativity, collaboration, and economic growth, making it a natural home for initiatives that empower youth and strengthen Egypt’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. By leveraging its infrastructure, strategic location, and supportive environment, El Gouna continues to attract local and international entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators seeking a thriving ecosystem.
