Endeavor Egypt has launched XceleRise, a scale-up programme to aid access to capital and market expansion for startups that promote sustainability, in partnership with GIZ Egypt. The 15-month programme is specifically designed to equip ambitious entrepreneurs with the industry knowledge, market insights, and invaluable connections necessary to successfully scale their operations internationally and raise capital. XceleRise provides an opportunity for entrepreneurs to tap into Endeavor’s global network of mentors, investors, and top industry professionals. Highlighted sectors for the programme include green buildings, waste management, renewable energy, sustainable transport, and agriculture and water management. These sectors include fintech, ed-tech, and e-health, as well as companies in logistics and smart city sectors that promote fair supply chains and sustainable transformation of global supply chains.