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 pillars

guiding our mission.

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.

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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 track. Our Impact Score reflects the real difference we make across Africa's entrepreneurial ecosystem, from jobs created and startups supported to investments unlocked and communities empowered. By continuously measuring outcomes, not just activities, we ensure our programs deliver tangible value, inspire accountability, and drive sustainable growth for the next generation of innovators.

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Impact Score 84%

Our latest.

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Gemini Africa’s CEO, Adly Wagih Thoma, Recognized as Middle East’s Top Impactful and Unstoppable Personality in 2025
03.01.2026

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:

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CINEMATECH HIGHLIGHT: 10 Questions with “IDMAG”
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SHEImpact: Empowering Women Survivors of GBV to Lead Change in Their Communities
22.02.2026

SHEImpact: Empowering Women Survivors of GBV to Lead Change in Their Communities

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Gemini Africa’s CEO, Adly Wagih Thoma, Recognized as Middle East’s Top Impactful and Unstoppable Personality in 2025
03.01.2026

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:

Read More
CINEMATECH HIGHLIGHT: 10 Questions with “IDMAG”
30.10.2025

CINEMATECH HIGHLIGHT: 10 Questions with “IDMAG”

10 Questions with “IDMAG”: Building Inclusive Cinema Through Sign-Language Avatars

Read More
SHEImpact: Empowering Women Survivors of GBV to Lead Change in Their Communities
22.02.2026

SHEImpact: Empowering Women Survivors of GBV to Lead Change in Their Communities

SHEImpact is a women-focused empowerment and entrepreneurship program designed to support women who have witnessed or experienced gender-based violence (GBV)

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