About Us

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.

About Gemini Africa

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 core 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.

Adly Thoma
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.

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.

Meet the Team

People who make it happen.

Join us

Our partners.

Where collaboration meets trust.

Partner with us
UNFPA
Galaxy
Coventry University
The British University in Egypt
Sawiris Foundation
Oriental Weavers
The American University in Cairo
University of Hertfordshire
TikTok
UNICEF
British Council
Egypt Food Bank

Our Commitment to the SDGs

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 Score 84%

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).

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Impact Score 84%

Our latest.

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Egyptian Food Bank and Gemini Africa Sign Strategic Partnership to Launch “Art for Humanity”
PartnershipsEgyptian Food BankArt for Humanity
20.05.2026

Egyptian Food Bank and Gemini Africa Sign Strategic Partnership to Launch “Art for Humanity”

The Egyptian Food Bank and Gemini Africa officially signed a strategic partnership agreement to launch “Art for Humanity,” a national photography and visual storytelling initiative designed to use art, photography, and storytelling as tools for social impact and community engagement.

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Weavers of Tomorrow: Transforming Industrial Waste into Sustainable Innovation
PartnershipsTextileInnovationWeavingTech
10.05.2026

Weavers of Tomorrow: Transforming Industrial Waste into Sustainable Innovation

The Weavers of Tomorrow program, implemented by Gemini Africa in strategic partnership with Oriental Weavers, continues to build a new model for innovation within Egypt’s textile and carpet weaving industry—one that connects entrepreneurship, sustainability, and real industry integration.

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Empowering Our Trainers Through the Personal Initiative (PI) Training
Gemini AfricaTeam buildingTrainers
20.04.2026

Empowering Our Trainers Through the Personal Initiative (PI) Training

Gemini Africa is strengthening its training capabilities through an intensive Personal Initiative (PI) Training of Trainers program in collaboration with MOVE-ETI, a global organization specializing in evidence-based, action-oriented training interventions that help individuals and organizations develop proactive, goal-oriented behavior and turn intentions into real impact.

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Egyptian Food Bank and Gemini Africa Sign Strategic Partnership to Launch “Art for Humanity”
PartnershipsEgyptian Food BankArt for Humanity
20.05.2026

Egyptian Food Bank and Gemini Africa Sign Strategic Partnership to Launch “Art for Humanity”

The Egyptian Food Bank and Gemini Africa officially signed a strategic partnership agreement to launch “Art for Humanity,” a national photography and visual storytelling initiative designed to use art, photography, and storytelling as tools for social impact and community engagement.

Read More
Weavers of Tomorrow: Transforming Industrial Waste into Sustainable Innovation
PartnershipsTextileInnovationWeavingTech
10.05.2026

Weavers of Tomorrow: Transforming Industrial Waste into Sustainable Innovation

The Weavers of Tomorrow program, implemented by Gemini Africa in strategic partnership with Oriental Weavers, continues to build a new model for innovation within Egypt’s textile and carpet weaving industry—one that connects entrepreneurship, sustainability, and real industry integration.

Read More
Empowering Our Trainers Through the Personal Initiative (PI) Training
Gemini AfricaTeam buildingTrainers
20.04.2026

Empowering Our Trainers Through the Personal Initiative (PI) Training

Gemini Africa is strengthening its training capabilities through an intensive Personal Initiative (PI) Training of Trainers program in collaboration with MOVE-ETI, a global organization specializing in evidence-based, action-oriented training interventions that help individuals and organizations develop proactive, goal-oriented behavior and turn intentions into real impact.

Read More