Build a Great Startup in 2025 with the FI Middle East Startup Accelerator

The Founder Institute, the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, is excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for the TEST MENA 2026 New Curriculum program!

If you could use a structured process and a lifetime of support from MENA's top investors and entrepreneurs to build a startup, then apply to the TEST MENA 2026 New Curriculum Founder Institute today.

Since 2009, our highly-structured accelerator programs have helped entrepreneurs at the earliest stages grow quickly, know what to do next, and make connections with the largest community of startup advisors.

It all starts with our renowned ‘FI Core’ accelerator, which pushes founders at the idea and pre-seed stages to reach the milestones needed for investment and sustained growth. Alumni of FI Core then receive free access to our advanced ‘Founder Lab’ accelerators for years to come, and can get matched with prospective investors in the FI Venture Network, a collection of global funds actively investing in the earliest rounds of funding.

To celebrate the launch, the Founder Institute will host several free online startup events in MENA, where you can learn from top entrepreneurs:

Founder Institute Online Information Session: https://FI.co/infosession

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The MENA program is led by some of the region's top startup leaders, including .

In addition, some of MENA's top investors, entrepreneurs, and CEOs will be participating in the program, providing them with expert feedback and evaluation. The list of startup mentors for the MENA Founder Institute includes: