Perspectives
There is a common assumption in the development sector that funding automatically leads to impact. More grants, bigger budgets, and international partnerships are often treated as indicators of success. Yet across many NGOs, especially in emerging markets, the reality is often very different. Some organizations receive substantial funding and still ...
- May 19, 2026
- 5 MIN / READ
There is a common assumption in the development sector that funding automatically leads to impact. More grants, bigger budgets, and international partnerships are often treated as indicators of success. Yet across many NGOs, especially in emerging markets, the reality is often very different. Some organizations receive substantial funding and still
- May 19, 2026
- 5 MIN / READ
With the current unmistakable surge in interest in modern Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and applications, many organizations around the world are considering how to best leverage the rapidly multiplying AI technologies and tools to bolster their processes and enhance their market success. In the current environment, the first thing that ...
- April 14, 2026
- 6 MIN / READ
- AI | Deployment | GEN AI
With the current unmistakable surge in interest in modern Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and applications, many organizations around the world are considering how to best leverage the rapidly multiplying AI technologies and tools to bolster their processes and enhance their market success. In the current environment, the first thing that
- April 14, 2026
- 6 MIN / READ
Sustainability is no longer confined to corporate reports or environmental initiatives. It is increasingly shaping how organizations operate, compete, and create long-term value. From climate risks and regulatory requirements to evolving investor expectations, businesses across industries are being pushed to rethink how they manage resources, supply chains, and corporate responsibility. ...
- April 9, 2026
- 4 MIN / READ
Sustainability is no longer confined to corporate reports or environmental initiatives. It is increasingly shaping how organizations operate, compete, and create long-term value. From climate risks and regulatory requirements to evolving investor expectations, businesses across industries are being pushed to rethink how they manage resources, supply chains, and corporate responsibility.
- April 9, 2026
- 4 MIN / READ
For decades, capitalism has been built on a simple premise: growth fuels prosperity. Yet as environmental pressures intensify and inequalities widen, economists, investors, and policymakers are increasingly questioning whether the current model can sustain itself. This debate has brought renewed attention to regenerative capitalism, a framework that seeks not only ...
- April 9, 2026
- 4 MIN / READ
For decades, capitalism has been built on a simple premise: growth fuels prosperity. Yet as environmental pressures intensify and inequalities widen, economists, investors, and policymakers are increasingly questioning whether the current model can sustain itself. This debate has brought renewed attention to regenerative capitalism, a framework that seeks not only
- April 9, 2026
- 4 MIN / READ
A quiet shift is unfolding, one that feels less like a new technology wave and more like a fundamental rewriting of what it means to work, think, and create. For most of human history, machines replaced muscle. Today, they are beginning to replace mind. AI has stepped over a threshold ...
- March 9, 2026
- 4 MIN / READ
- Technology | AI | Adaptability
A quiet shift is unfolding, one that feels less like a new technology wave and more like a fundamental rewriting of what it means to work, think, and create. For most of human history, machines replaced muscle. Today, they are beginning to replace mind. AI has stepped over a threshold
- March 9, 2026
- 4 MIN / READ
For years, business schools were expected to prepare students for the market through strong academic foundations, technical knowledge, and structured learning environments. Today, that is no longer enough. Industries are evolving faster than traditional academic models can keep up with. Roles are changing, AI is reshaping entire functions, and employers ...
- May 19, 2026
- 4 MIN / READ
For years, business schools were expected to prepare students for the market through strong academic foundations, technical knowledge, and structured learning environments. Today, that is no longer enough. Industries are evolving faster than traditional academic models can keep up with. Roles are changing, AI is reshaping entire functions, and employers
- May 19, 2026
- 4 MIN / READ
There is a common assumption in the development sector that funding automatically leads to impact. More grants, bigger budgets, and international partnerships are often treated as indicators of success. Yet across many NGOs, especially in emerging markets, the reality is often very different. Some organizations receive substantial funding and still ...
- May 19, 2026
- 5 MIN / READ
There is a common assumption in the development sector that funding automatically leads to impact. More grants, bigger budgets, and international partnerships are often treated as indicators of success. Yet across many NGOs, especially in emerging markets, the reality is often very different. Some organizations receive substantial funding and still
- May 19, 2026
- 5 MIN / READ
Conflicts rarely remain confined to their geographic borders. Their economic consequences often travel far beyond the battlefield, influencing trade flows, financial markets, and strategic industries. The October 2023 Israel-Hamas conflict illustrates this reality. While the confrontation began within a localized region, its ripple effects quickly spread across neighboring economies. Shipping ...
- April 28, 2026
- 4 MIN / READ
Conflicts rarely remain confined to their geographic borders. Their economic consequences often travel far beyond the battlefield, influencing trade flows, financial markets, and strategic industries. The October 2023 Israel-Hamas conflict illustrates this reality. While the confrontation began within a localized region, its ripple effects quickly spread across neighboring economies. Shipping
- April 28, 2026
- 4 MIN / READ
Climate policy is no longer just an environmental concern. It is increasingly a financial one. As governments strengthen commitments to climate targets and introduce new environmental regulations, markets must adjust to a rapidly evolving policy landscape. Carbon pricing, emissions regulations, renewable energy incentives, and environmental standards all influence corporate costs, ...
- April 28, 2026
- 5 MIN / READ
- climate | policy | volatility
Climate policy is no longer just an environmental concern. It is increasingly a financial one. As governments strengthen commitments to climate targets and introduce new environmental regulations, markets must adjust to a rapidly evolving policy landscape. Carbon pricing, emissions regulations, renewable energy incentives, and environmental standards all influence corporate costs,
- April 28, 2026
- 5 MIN / READ
With the current unmistakable surge in interest in modern Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and applications, many organizations around the world are considering how to best leverage the rapidly multiplying AI technologies and tools to bolster their processes and enhance their market success. In the current environment, the first thing that ...
- April 14, 2026
- 6 MIN / READ
- AI | Deployment | GEN AI
With the current unmistakable surge in interest in modern Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and applications, many organizations around the world are considering how to best leverage the rapidly multiplying AI technologies and tools to bolster their processes and enhance their market success. In the current environment, the first thing that
- April 14, 2026
- 6 MIN / READ
The term “entrepreneurial universities” was coined nearly four decades ago to describe universities that effectively deliver on generating responsible knowledge outside of academic environments, and that work to uphold the social and economic well-being of their community. This ‘triple helix’ model was developed to depict the relationship between academia, industry ...
- April 8, 2020
- 4 MIN / READ
The term “entrepreneurial universities” was coined nearly four decades ago to describe universities that effectively deliver on generating responsible knowledge outside of academic environments, and that work to uphold the social and economic well-being of their community. This ‘triple helix’ model was developed to depict the relationship between academia, industry
- April 8, 2020
- 4 MIN / READ
The biggest story currently making the rounds in Egypt’s entrepreneurship ecosystem is Egyptian matchmaking app Harmonica’s acquisition by Match Group, the mother company of matchmaking and dating services OkCupid, Tinder, Plentyoffish and others. Harmonica, as an app, promises a serious matchmaking for singles in the Middle East to connect with ...
- September 8, 2019
- 4 MIN / READ
The biggest story currently making the rounds in Egypt’s entrepreneurship ecosystem is Egyptian matchmaking app Harmonica’s acquisition by Match Group, the mother company of matchmaking and dating services OkCupid, Tinder, Plentyoffish and others. Harmonica, as an app, promises a serious matchmaking for singles in the Middle East to connect with
- September 8, 2019
- 4 MIN / READ
Studies have shown that entrepreneurship in developing countries is usually necessity-driven. In Egypt, for instance, 73% of the population thinks that entrepreneurship is a good career choice, according to the latest Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) Egypt report, mainly due to the lack of job and growth opportunities. In developing countries, ...
- June 26, 2019
- 4 MIN / READ
Studies have shown that entrepreneurship in developing countries is usually necessity-driven. In Egypt, for instance, 73% of the population thinks that entrepreneurship is a good career choice, according to the latest Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) Egypt report, mainly due to the lack of job and growth opportunities. In developing countries,
- June 26, 2019
- 4 MIN / READ
In recent years, multiple entities have been working to improve the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Egypt. With Cairo under the microscope, resources are often allocated to the country’s capital – hence, leaving other parts of Egypt almost unremembered. Having been in Cairo since 2013 and establishing itself as one of the ...
- February 10, 2019
- 4 MIN / READ
In recent years, multiple entities have been working to improve the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Egypt. With Cairo under the microscope, resources are often allocated to the country’s capital – hence, leaving other parts of Egypt almost unremembered. Having been in Cairo since 2013 and establishing itself as one of the
- February 10, 2019
- 4 MIN / READ
In the sidelines of the RiseUp Summit 2018, German non-profit association enpact announced the kick-off of the Startup Guide Cairo, which is created by enpact’s partner organization Startup Guide and is set to be released during the next year. The guide aims to take an in-depth look at Cairo’s startup ...
- December 18, 2018
- 4 MIN / READ
In the sidelines of the RiseUp Summit 2018, German non-profit association enpact announced the kick-off of the Startup Guide Cairo, which is created by enpact’s partner organization Startup Guide and is set to be released during the next year. The guide aims to take an in-depth look at Cairo’s startup
- December 18, 2018
- 4 MIN / READ
![The Family Business Special [PT3]: Cases on the generational push and pull](https://businessforwardauc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Work-Business-Group-3004606-3.jpg)
Family businesses constitute 80 percent of the private sector turnover in Egypt; hence, having lasting family-owned businesses is of fundamental importance to the economy. Whether it is the third or fourth generation that is slated to take the reins, a well-defined succession plan must be put in place to keep ...
- February 24, 2019
- 4 MIN / READ
Family businesses constitute 80 percent of the private sector turnover in Egypt; hence, having lasting family-owned businesses is of fundamental importance to the economy. Whether it is the third or fourth generation that is slated to take the reins, a well-defined succession plan must be put in place to keep
- February 24, 2019
- 4 MIN / READ
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During the first meeting of the Family Business Consortium in the Arab Region at the American University in Cairo (AUC) School of Business, a number of family business executives and leaders came together to discuss the main challenges they face. In the first part of this series, Business Forward looked ...
- January 13, 2019
- 4 MIN / READ
During the first meeting of the Family Business Consortium in the Arab Region at the American University in Cairo (AUC) School of Business, a number of family business executives and leaders came together to discuss the main challenges they face. In the first part of this series, Business Forward looked
- January 13, 2019
- 4 MIN / READ
Business Forward celebrated its first anniversary on December 3 under the umbrella theme of The DNA of Egypt’s real economy: A look forward. During the event, managing director of PICO Group Hatem El Ezzawy discussed the role of the family-owned business in spurring the economy forward and the critical need ...
- December 30, 2018
- 13 MIN / WATCH
Business Forward celebrated its first anniversary on December 3 under the umbrella theme of The DNA of Egypt’s real economy: A look forward. During the event, managing director of PICO Group Hatem El Ezzawy discussed the role of the family-owned business in spurring the economy forward and the critical need
- December 30, 2018
- 13 MIN / WATCH
Family businesses are seemingly very traditional and static. However, several family businesses today are looking at new strategies and how to pump fresh blood into the business. In partnership with Endeavor Egypt, Business Forward speaks to the CEO of Baraka retail group Ahmed Ragab to know more about the challenges ...
- August 14, 2018
- 4 MIN / WATCH
Family businesses are seemingly very traditional and static. However, several family businesses today are looking at new strategies and how to pump fresh blood into the business. In partnership with Endeavor Egypt, Business Forward speaks to the CEO of Baraka retail group Ahmed Ragab to know more about the challenges
- August 14, 2018
- 4 MIN / WATCH
With the conclusion of Egypt’s COP27 Summit in Sharm El Sheikh, much has been discussed about the historic deal struck on the ‘loss and damage’ fund, which- when in effect- sees developed nations compensate developing countries $100 billion per year for the damage and economic losses caused by climate change. ...
- December 18, 2022
- 4 MIN / READ
With the conclusion of Egypt’s COP27 Summit in Sharm El Sheikh, much has been discussed about the historic deal struck on the ‘loss and damage’ fund, which- when in effect- sees developed nations compensate developing countries $100 billion per year for the damage and economic losses caused by climate change.
- December 18, 2022
- 4 MIN / READ
““My biggest bet for being optimistic is the most important project being undertaken in Egypt, Hayah Karima,” said Mohieldin. “I know our country has had many initiatives to invest in infrastructure, health, new cities and dealing with slums. But this one project is really the hope for Egypt,” remarked Mahmoud ...
- January 23, 2022
- 4 MIN / READ
““My biggest bet for being optimistic is the most important project being undertaken in Egypt, Hayah Karima,” said Mohieldin. “I know our country has had many initiatives to invest in infrastructure, health, new cities and dealing with slums. But this one project is really the hope for Egypt,” remarked Mahmoud
- January 23, 2022
- 4 MIN / READ
Over the last couple of years, Egypt’s economic landscape has faced significant turbulence. At the heart of this storm is the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE), grappling with a depreciating currency and rampant inflation. The freefall of the pound has become the talk of the town, from the wealthy safeguarding ...
- August 4, 2024
- 4 MIN / READ
Over the last couple of years, Egypt’s economic landscape has faced significant turbulence. At the heart of this storm is the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE), grappling with a depreciating currency and rampant inflation. The freefall of the pound has become the talk of the town, from the wealthy safeguarding
- August 4, 2024
- 4 MIN / READ
In this compelling interview, Ghada Hamouda, Chief Sustainability Officer of Qalaa Holding, discusses the importance of interdisciplinary solutions and programs for global impact, how business schools can prepare students for sustainability challenges in the labor market, and the crucial collaborations needed between business organizations and business schools to bridge the ...
- July 7, 2024
- 4 MIN / WATCH
In this compelling interview, Ghada Hamouda, Chief Sustainability Officer of Qalaa Holding, discusses the importance of interdisciplinary solutions and programs for global impact, how business schools can prepare students for sustainability challenges in the labor market, and the crucial collaborations needed between business organizations and business schools to bridge the
- July 7, 2024
- 4 MIN / WATCH
With the conclusion of Egypt’s COP27 Summit in Sharm El Sheikh, much has been discussed about the historic deal struck on the ‘loss and damage’ fund, which- when in effect- sees developed nations compensate developing countries $100 billion per year for the damage and economic losses caused by climate change. ...
- December 18, 2022
- 4 MIN / READ
With the conclusion of Egypt’s COP27 Summit in Sharm El Sheikh, much has been discussed about the historic deal struck on the ‘loss and damage’ fund, which- when in effect- sees developed nations compensate developing countries $100 billion per year for the damage and economic losses caused by climate change.
- December 18, 2022
- 4 MIN / READ
“It’s important for the government to identify the sectors in which their involvement is needed for strategic reasons or market failures. In sectors where this is not the case, it is important for the state to gradually withdraw,” explained Said Bakhache, senior resident representative of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) ...
- January 23, 2022
- 4 MIN / READ
“It’s important for the government to identify the sectors in which their involvement is needed for strategic reasons or market failures. In sectors where this is not the case, it is important for the state to gradually withdraw,” explained Said Bakhache, senior resident representative of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)
- January 23, 2022
- 4 MIN / READ
““My biggest bet for being optimistic is the most important project being undertaken in Egypt, Hayah Karima,” said Mohieldin. “I know our country has had many initiatives to invest in infrastructure, health, new cities and dealing with slums. But this one project is really the hope for Egypt,” remarked Mahmoud ...
- January 23, 2022
- 4 MIN / READ
““My biggest bet for being optimistic is the most important project being undertaken in Egypt, Hayah Karima,” said Mohieldin. “I know our country has had many initiatives to invest in infrastructure, health, new cities and dealing with slums. But this one project is really the hope for Egypt,” remarked Mahmoud
- January 23, 2022
- 4 MIN / READ
For years, business schools were expected to prepare students for the market through strong academic foundations, technical knowledge, and structured learning environments. Today, that is no longer enough. Industries are evolving faster than traditional academic models can keep up with. Roles are changing, AI is reshaping entire functions, and employers ...
- May 19, 2026
- 4 MIN / READ
For years, business schools were expected to prepare students for the market through strong academic foundations, technical knowledge, and structured learning environments. Today, that is no longer enough. Industries are evolving faster than traditional academic models can keep up with. Roles are changing, AI is reshaping entire functions, and employers
- May 19, 2026
- 4 MIN / READ
There is a common assumption in the development sector that funding automatically leads to impact. More grants, bigger budgets, and international partnerships are often treated as indicators of success. Yet across many NGOs, especially in emerging markets, the reality is often very different. Some organizations receive substantial funding and still ...
- May 19, 2026
- 5 MIN / READ
There is a common assumption in the development sector that funding automatically leads to impact. More grants, bigger budgets, and international partnerships are often treated as indicators of success. Yet across many NGOs, especially in emerging markets, the reality is often very different. Some organizations receive substantial funding and still
- May 19, 2026
- 5 MIN / READ
Conflicts rarely remain confined to their geographic borders. Their economic consequences often travel far beyond the battlefield, influencing trade flows, financial markets, and strategic industries. The October 2023 Israel-Hamas conflict illustrates this reality. While the confrontation began within a localized region, its ripple effects quickly spread across neighboring economies. Shipping ...
- April 28, 2026
- 4 MIN / READ
Conflicts rarely remain confined to their geographic borders. Their economic consequences often travel far beyond the battlefield, influencing trade flows, financial markets, and strategic industries. The October 2023 Israel-Hamas conflict illustrates this reality. While the confrontation began within a localized region, its ripple effects quickly spread across neighboring economies. Shipping
- April 28, 2026
- 4 MIN / READ
Climate policy is no longer just an environmental concern. It is increasingly a financial one. As governments strengthen commitments to climate targets and introduce new environmental regulations, markets must adjust to a rapidly evolving policy landscape. Carbon pricing, emissions regulations, renewable energy incentives, and environmental standards all influence corporate costs, ...
- April 28, 2026
- 5 MIN / READ
- climate | policy | volatility
Climate policy is no longer just an environmental concern. It is increasingly a financial one. As governments strengthen commitments to climate targets and introduce new environmental regulations, markets must adjust to a rapidly evolving policy landscape. Carbon pricing, emissions regulations, renewable energy incentives, and environmental standards all influence corporate costs,
- April 28, 2026
- 5 MIN / READ
With the current unmistakable surge in interest in modern Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and applications, many organizations around the world are considering how to best leverage the rapidly multiplying AI technologies and tools to bolster their processes and enhance their market success. In the current environment, the first thing that ...
- April 14, 2026
- 6 MIN / READ
- AI | Deployment | GEN AI
With the current unmistakable surge in interest in modern Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and applications, many organizations around the world are considering how to best leverage the rapidly multiplying AI technologies and tools to bolster their processes and enhance their market success. In the current environment, the first thing that
- April 14, 2026
- 6 MIN / READ
