Egyptian logistics leader Bosta has taken a significant step toward strengthening the regional startup ecosystem by partnering with RiseUp, one of the Middle East and Africa’s most influential entrepreneurship platforms. Announced during RiseUp Summit 2026 in Cairo, the collaboration underscores a shared commitment to enabling startup growth through innovation, strategic partnerships, and scalable business solutions.
Mohamed Ezzat, Co-Founder and CEO of Bosta, actively participated in RiseUp Summit 2026, the Middle East and Africa’s largest annual entrepreneurship and innovation event. The summit took place at the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo from February 5 to 7, 2026, and centered on the theme “The Turning Point.”
Notably, RiseUp Summit continues to serve as a critical platform for knowledge exchange, as it brings together founders, investors, and ecosystem enablers to address startup challenges and spotlight emerging trends in investment, technology, and scalable business growth. Moreover, the event plays a significant role in nurturing a strong and collaborative entrepreneurial ecosystem across Egypt and the wider MENA region.
As part of broader strategic efforts to connect the private sector with entrepreneurship support platforms, RiseUp announced a partnership with Bosta during the summit. Through this collaboration, both organizations aim to help startups scale efficiently and grow sustainably by delivering innovative logistics solutions, encouraging knowledge sharing, and building impactful partnerships. Furthermore, the partnership underscores a shared commitment to strengthening Egypt’s entrepreneurship ecosystem by driving innovation, overcoming operational barriers, and supporting startups as they expand into regional and global markets.
In addition, Mohamed Ezzat joined a high-profile panel discussion titled “M&A or IPO?”, which explored startup exit strategies in the context of shifting economic conditions and emerging market realities. The panel examined the advantages and challenges of mergers and acquisitions versus initial public offerings, while also emphasizing the importance of timing and preparedness. Distinguished panelists included Mohamed Okasha, Managing Partner at DisrupTech Ventures; Mohamed Aboulnaga, Executive Chairman at Exits; Hossam Ali, Co-Founder & CEO at Yozo; and Essam Hawash, Founder & CEO at Mada Capital. Together, the speakers highlighted the need for strong governance, resilient business models, and sustainable growth as prerequisites for successful exits.
During the discussion, Mohamed Ezzat said, “Although Egypt is the largest market in the region in terms of size and opportunity, startups need from day one to design their products and business models with scalability across regional and global markets in mind to ensure real and sustainable growth. Building scalable solutions that adapt to different markets is essential for attracting investment and unlocking growth opportunities, whether through strategic partnerships or future exit strategies.”
Meanwhile, Bosta continues to strengthen its position as a leading logistics and delivery solutions provider in Egypt. The company offers technology-driven, end-to-end logistics services that support e-commerce businesses by improving shipping reliability and delivery efficiency. As a result, Bosta enables merchants to accelerate growth and scale operations both within Egypt and across the broader region.
Mohamed Ezzat’s participation at RiseUp Summit 2026 highlights Bosta’s growing influence within Egypt’s startup ecosystem and its commitment to empowering scalable businesses. Through strategic partnerships, thought leadership, and innovation-driven logistics solutions, Bosta continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of entrepreneurship and e-commerce growth across the MENA region.
