Egypt to Host the Region’s First Major AI Summit Under Patronage of President El-Sisi
Ai Everything MEA Egypt reflects Egypt’s national agenda to harness AI
for economic growth - creating jobs, future industries, and opportunities for a
new generation
Cairo, Egypt – 2 February 2026: In a defining milestone for Egypt’s
digital transformation and its expanding leadership in the global technology
landscape, the inaugural edition of Ai Everything Middle East & Africa
(MEA) Egypt will be held under the auspices of His Excellency Abdel
Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, reaffirming the
strategic importance of AI within Egypt’s economic development roadmap.
Taking place from
11-12 February 2026 at the Egypt International Exhibition Center, the event
debuts as the first major all-AI expo and summit of the year globally,
transforming Cairo into an international platform for shaping the future of
responsible AI innovation, investment, and advanced digital governance.
Presented by GITEX, the world’s largest technology and AI events
network, Ai Everything MEA Egypt is hosted by Egypt’s Ministry of
Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), in partnership with the
Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA). The leadership
endorsement reflects Egypt’s ambition to emerge as a global convening force
connecting Africa, the Middle East, and international innovation ecosystems,
while accelerating the nation’s transition toward an intelligence-driven economy.
The Presidential
patronage signals the central role that artificial intelligence plays in
Egypt’s strategic priorities, positioning AI as a key lever for economic
growth, industrial competitiveness, and human capital development. During his
recent participation at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland, President
El-Sisi reaffirmed Egypt’s commitment to expanding investment opportunities
across AI and ICT sectors, while emphasizing the importance of equipping future
generations with the skills necessary for the industries of tomorrow.
More than 350 AI
enterprises and startups from over 30 countries converge in Cairo, showcasing
the latest breakthroughs and real-world applications across critical sectors
including public services, smart cities, cybersecurity, fintech, digital
payments, future mobility, and business transformation. Notably, many
international organisations are marking their first market engagement in Egypt
through the event, highlighting the country’s growing role as a regional
gateway for AI-driven investment and business expansion.
The summit will
convene more than 10 local and international ministers, alongside global
councils and leading governing entities, including the United Nations
Development Programme (UNDP), the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), the World
Bank, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) – a
multilateral financial institution owned by 77 national governments, and the UAE Cybersecurity Council.
The high-level dialogues
focus on responsible AI practices, scaling national AI infrastructure, strengthening
governance frameworks, and unlocking policy and investment models needed for
sustainable AI development worldwide.
As Egypt advances
its national digital transformation strategy, Ai Everything MEA Egypt is
expected to serve as a landmark moment, positioning Cairo as a hub where the
future of AI in Africa and the Middle East will be shaped. For
more information, access the website: www.aieverythingegypt.com