A leading Entrepreneur Support Organization dedicated to empowering startups.
Who We Are
Gemini Africa is a leading Entrepreneur Support Organization (ESO) working across Egypt, Africa, and the EuroMed region. In collaboration with strategic partners, we design and implement innovative entrepreneurship, social development, and creative economy programs that empower startups, MSMEs, and entrepreneurs, particularly those from underserved communities. Through mentorship, access to finance, and market linkages, we foster inclusive economic growth and long-term social sustainability.
Our mission is to drive the growth of the entrepreneurial, creative, and social innovation ecosystem by empowering youth, women, and early-stage ventures through tailored programs, funding access, and development support.
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Our pillars
guiding our mission.
Entrepreneurship
We design and implement incubation, acceleration, and venture-building programs that support future entrepreneurs, founders, and startups to develop viable business models, strengthen entrepreneurial capacities, and scale sustainable ventures across diverse sectors.
Creative Economy & CinemaTech
We deliver programs that link the creative economy and creative industries with entrepreneurship, empowering creatives and creative startups to innovate and grow. This includes our flagship CinemaTech track, which supports film, media, and technology-driven ventures at the intersection of culture, storytelling, and innovation.
Women & Youth Empowerment
We implement targeted programs that prioritize women and youth—particularly those from underserved communities—by expanding access to skills development, mentorship, networks, and economic opportunities that enable long-term, inclusive impact.
Cross-Regional Collaboration
We design cross-border programs and platforms that connect entrepreneurs, institutions, and ecosystems across MENA, Africa, and the Euro-Mediterranean region, fostering collaboration, knowledge exchange, and scalable regional and international impact.
A message from the founder.
At Gemini Africa, we understand what it takes for entrepreneurs to overcome challenges and turn ideas into lasting impact. To empower youth with bold ideas and accelerate startup growth, we built a one-stop hub that delivers the resources, guidance, and opportunities needed for long-term success.
Through investment access, flagship programs, innovation-driven approaches, and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we drive meaningful social impact and support inclusive economic development—especially within underserved communities.
Adly ThomaCEO & Founder
Our Vision
Gemini Africa aims to become the one-stop entrepreneurial hub for social impact ventures and creative entrepreneurs across the MENA region and Africa.
Our core values
guiding our mission
Impact & Inclusion
We design programs that deliver measurable, lasting social and economic impact, ensuring inclusive access and opportunity for diverse communities.
Partnership & Co-Creation
We collaborate with partners across sectors to co-create solutions that are locally grounded, scalable, and built on shared ownership.
Excellence in Delivery
We uphold high standards in program design and execution, delivering reliable, results-driven initiatives with professionalism and care.
Integrity & Accountability
We operate with transparency and responsibility, fostering trust through ethical practices and clear accountability to all stakeholders.
Creativity & Sustainability
We champion the arts and creative industries as engines of innovation and economic opportunity, embedding sustainability to support long-term growth and resilience.
Impact & Inclusion
We design programs that deliver measurable, lasting social and economic impact, ensuring inclusive access and opportunity for diverse communities.
Partnership & Co-Creation
We collaborate with partners across sectors to co-create solutions that are locally grounded, scalable, and built on shared ownership.
Excellence in Delivery
We uphold high standards in program design and execution, delivering reliable, results-driven initiatives with professionalism and care.
Integrity & Accountability
We operate with transparency and responsibility, fostering trust through ethical practices and clear accountability to all stakeholders.
Creativity & Sustainability
We champion the arts and creative industries as engines of innovation and economic opportunity, embedding sustainability to support long-term growth and resilience.
Our 3Ms Methodology
Fueling startup success through funding, connections, and hands-on guidance.
1
Mentorship
We guide startups hands-on from inception to launch through personalized one-on-one coaching and tailored training.
2
Matchmaking
We connect entrepreneurs to relevant partners, networks, and opportunities throughout every stage of their journey.
3
Money
We reward high-potential startups with monetary prizes to fuel growth and innovation from idea to fully launched ventures.
At our GFF CinemaTech Pitching Event, superstar and actress Sherine Reda shared her remarks on the incredible startups shaping the future of the creative industry.
A special moment from our GFF CinemaTech Pitching Event, with actor Asser Yassin, actor Nour El Nabawy, actress Dina El Sherbiny, and Eng. Naguib Sawiris engaging with the participating startups and championing innovation across the creative industry.
Our CEO, Mr. Adly Thoma, speaking at the GFF CinemaTech Pitching Event, presenting the participating startups and reflecting on how CinemaTech came to life.
A proud moment with the winning startups of the GFF CinemaTech Pitching Event — celebrating bold ideas, innovation, and the future of the creative industry.
Highlights from the Oriental Weavers pitching event, where promising startups showcased their ideas to Yasmine Khamis, Chair of Oriental Weavers.
Highlights from the Oriental Weavers pitching event.
Highlights from the Oriental Weavers pitching event.
Highlights from the Oriental Weavers pitching event, where promising startups showcased bold ideas and creative solutions to Yasmine Khamis, Chair of Oriental Weavers.
Highlights from the GFF 2024 Edition
Highlights from the GFF
At our GFF CinemaTech Pitching Event, superstar and actress Sherine Reda shared her remarks on the incredible startups shaping the future of the creative industry.
A special moment from our GFF CinemaTech Pitching Event, with actor Asser Yassin, actor Nour El Nabawy, actress Dina El Sherbiny, and Eng. Naguib Sawiris engaging with the participating startups and championing innovation across the creative industry.
Our CEO, Mr. Adly Thoma, speaking at the GFF CinemaTech Pitching Event, presenting the participating startups and reflecting on how CinemaTech came to life.
A proud moment with the winning startups of the GFF CinemaTech Pitching Event — celebrating bold ideas, innovation, and the future of the creative industry.
Highlights from the Oriental Weavers pitching event, where promising startups showcased their ideas to Yasmine Khamis, Chair of Oriental Weavers.
Highlights from the Oriental Weavers pitching event.
Highlights from the Oriental Weavers pitching event.
Highlights from the Oriental Weavers pitching event, where promising startups showcased bold ideas and creative solutions to Yasmine Khamis, Chair of Oriental Weavers.
Driving inclusive growth, innovation, and impact through entrepreneurship and partnerships.
We support startups and social enterprises that create jobs, drive sustainable growth, and strengthen local economies through entrepreneurship.
Gemini Africa fosters innovation by supporting tech-driven startups and scalable solutions that strengthen industries and entrepreneurial infrastructure.
Gemini Africa promotes gender equality by ensuring inclusive access to programs, funding, and support, with a strong focus on empowering women-led startups and entrepreneurs.
Through strategic partnerships, Gemini Africa collaborates with key stakeholders to scale impact and achieve shared development goals.
We support startups and social enterprises that create jobs, drive sustainable growth, and strengthen local economies through entrepreneurship.
Gemini Africa fosters innovation by supporting tech-driven startups and scalable solutions that strengthen industries and entrepreneurial infrastructure.
Gemini Africa promotes gender equality by ensuring inclusive access to programs, funding, and support, with a strong focus on empowering women-led startups and entrepreneurs.
Through strategic partnerships, Gemini Africa collaborates with key stakeholders to scale impact and achieve shared development goals.
Measuring the change we enable across Africa's entrepreneurs and communities
Impact isn't just something we talk about — it's something we measure and build. From startups accelerated and jobs created to capital unlocked and communities empowered, our programs advance inclusive growth and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Gemini Africa's vision is guided by four core pillars that shape everything we do—from the programs we design to the partnerships we build. Together, these pillars form the foundation of Gemini Africa’s work to support innovation, empower communities, and drive inclusive growth.
Upcoming Webinar: Beyond Borders – The Future of Creative Entrepreneurship in Africa
Gemini Africa, in collaboration with EyeCity Africa, is pleased to announce an upcoming virtual panel session titled “Bridging Borders: Creative Entrepreneurship Across Africa.
Gemini Africa’s CEO, Adly Wagih Thoma, Recognized as Middle East’s Top Impactful and Unstoppable Personality in 2025
Adly Wagih Thoma, Chairman and CEO of Gemini Africa, has been named one of the Middle East’s Top Impactful and Unstoppable Personalities in 2025, in recognition of his exceptional leadership and long-standing contribution to inclusive socioeconomic development across Africa and the Middle East.
With more than two decades of experience and a global footprint spanning over 85 countries, Thoma has built a career at the intersection of creativity, entrepreneurship, and development. Through Gemini Africa, he has played a pivotal role in transforming creative industries and social entrepreneurship into scalable engines of economic growth—empowering youth, women, and entrepreneurs through impact-driven programs and cross-sector partnerships.
Under his leadership, Gemini Africa has grown into a regional platform supporting innovation, creative economies, and sustainable enterprise development, while fostering collaboration between the public sector, private sector, and international stakeholders. His work continues to demonstrate how purpose-led leadership can translate creative vision into tangible national and regional economic value.
Commenting on the recognition, Thoma said:
Gemini Africa's vision is guided by four core pillars that shape everything we do—from the programs we design to the partnerships we build. Together, these pillars form the foundation of Gemini Africa’s work to support innovation, empower communities, and drive inclusive growth.
Upcoming Webinar: Beyond Borders – The Future of Creative Entrepreneurship in Africa
Gemini Africa, in collaboration with EyeCity Africa, is pleased to announce an upcoming virtual panel session titled “Bridging Borders: Creative Entrepreneurship Across Africa.
Gemini Africa’s CEO, Adly Wagih Thoma, Recognized as Middle East’s Top Impactful and Unstoppable Personality in 2025
Adly Wagih Thoma, Chairman and CEO of Gemini Africa, has been named one of the Middle East’s Top Impactful and Unstoppable Personalities in 2025, in recognition of his exceptional leadership and long-standing contribution to inclusive socioeconomic development across Africa and the Middle East.
With more than two decades of experience and a global footprint spanning over 85 countries, Thoma has built a career at the intersection of creativity, entrepreneurship, and development. Through Gemini Africa, he has played a pivotal role in transforming creative industries and social entrepreneurship into scalable engines of economic growth—empowering youth, women, and entrepreneurs through impact-driven programs and cross-sector partnerships.
Under his leadership, Gemini Africa has grown into a regional platform supporting innovation, creative economies, and sustainable enterprise development, while fostering collaboration between the public sector, private sector, and international stakeholders. His work continues to demonstrate how purpose-led leadership can translate creative vision into tangible national and regional economic value.
Commenting on the recognition, Thoma said: