Global
Entrepreneurship
Festival
World's Biggest Entrepreneurship Event
Nov 6 - 8, 2026 | JW Marriott Hotel Cairo, New Cairo, Egypt
World's Biggest Entrepreneurship Event
This annual event is a beacon of inspiration, where thought leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs from various sectors converge to celebrate the vitality and diversity of entrepreneurial endeavours across the globe. This is taking place at JW Marriott Hotel Cairo, New Cairo, Egypt during the Global Entrepreneurship Week.
Date: Nov 06 - 08, 2026
Viewers
In-person Delegates
Investors & VCs
Exhibitions
Global Speakers
Events
Days
Festival
🌍 Global Business Mixer and Press Conference Locations
A Moment of Global Recognition
A defining moment of recognition and celebration at the Global Entrepreneurship Festival, where visionary leaders and transformative entrepreneurs from across the globe are honored with the prestigious Global Entrepreneurs Award.
The Global Entrepreneurs Award not only acknowledges remarkable achievements but also celebrates dedication to fostering collaboration, advancing sustainable development, and leaving an indelible mark on the global business landscape.
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 at the Global Entrepreneurship Week 2026, JW Marriott Hotel Cairo, New Cairo, Egypt.
Egypt has won the bid to host the Global Entrepreneurship Festival 2026
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PRICE PLAN
EARLY BIRD - GET 10% OFF THE PRICE | Now until Jun 30, 2026
ACTUAL PRICE | Jul 1, 2026
VVIP
Early Bird Price
- ✓All VIP benefits
- ✓Exclusive speakers/partners lounge
- ✓VVIP Gala access
- ✓Priority seating & protocol services
- ✓VVIP lounge with premium refreshments
- ✓Unlimited deal room access
VIP
Early Bird Price
- ✓All Regular benefits
- ✓VIP pass & priority seating
- ✓Fast-track entry
- ✓Gala Night access
- ✓Deal room with priority matching
- ✓25% ticket discount for family
Regular
Early Bird Price
- ✓Deal Room access
- ✓Pitch to investors/VCs
- ✓Opening conference
- ✓Leadership forum
- ✓Fashion show
- ✓Women's congress
- ✓Closing concert
Basic
Early Bird Price
- ✓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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