This initiative supports Egypt’s Vision 2030 by building an integrated digital ecosystem and strengthening the country’s position as a hub for artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.
In a major step towards advancing Egypt’s role as a regional AI hub, Orange Egypt has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with PARAGON. ADEER partners with Plug and Play to launch an “AI Campus” on Sumo Boulevard, launching pioneering efforts across the Middle East and Africa.
The MoU was signed at the Grand Egyptian Museum in the presence of Ministry of Communications and Information Technology officials, industry leaders and partners.
This initiative supports Egypt’s Vision 2030 by building an integrated digital ecosystem and strengthening the country’s position as a hub for artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.
Spread over 500 acres, the AI campus will serve as a regional innovation hub for start-ups and entrepreneurs, attracting investment and accelerating the growth of Egypt’s digital economy.
Under the agreement, Orange Egypt will lead the development of the campus’s smart digital infrastructure, deploying advanced technologies such as 5G connectivity, Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, and intelligent communication systems to create a fully connected environment designed to enable innovation and operational efficiency.
This partnership also integrates Paragon | Adeer’s expertise in smart city development and Plug and Play’s global innovation network connect startups to international markets and accelerate their growth.
As part of this initiative, the partners will launch the “AI 100” program, a four-year strategic program aimed at supporting the creation of 100 AI startups in Egypt by 2030. The program provides specialized training, technical workshops, investment preparation support and direct access to global innovation networks.
“AI Campus is a major step in building Egypt’s digital innovation ecosystem. Orange Egypt will not only provide advanced infrastructure, but also help startups scale and compete regionally and globally. This partnership reflects a cutting-edge model of technology and infrastructure integration, strengthening Digital Egypt’s strategy and reinforcing its position as a regional hub for artificial intelligence.”
– Mohamed Shebru, Chief Business Officer, Engineering Orange Egypt
“The AI Campus on Sumo Boulevard is a turning point for Egypt, where innovation and sustainability intersect in a forward-thinking environment. Our collaboration with Orange Egypt will bring tremendous value by providing the necessary digital infrastructure and technical expertise to accelerate the growth of startups.”
– Bedale Risk, CEO of Engineering Paragon | Adia
“This AI campus and AI 100 initiative will help establish Egypt as a regional hub for AI by connecting companies to global markets and fostering a collaborative innovation ecosystem.”
– Karima El Hakim, Plug and Play Egypt Regional Director
Sumo Boulevard is one of the major integrated urban developments in Paragon | New Cairo. Adeer is designed to work with strategic partners to combine local expertise and local investment to deliver smart, sustainable communities.
