Palestinian entrepreneurs continue to push boundaries, turning challenges into opportunities and driving meaningful change through innovation. Their dedication and ambition shape the future of our ecosystem, and today, we celebrate their achievements.
After four months of learning, collaboration, and hard work, we proudly marked the graduation of Pre-Acceleration Cycle 6 of the Orange Corners Palestine Programme. This milestone event brought together entrepreneurs, public sector, private sector, key ecosystem players, and potential investors to recognize the impact of our startups and the progress they have made.
The event opened with keynote addresses, setting the tone for a day filled with inspiration and insight. Ms. Majd Khalifeh, Managing Director at Flow Accelerator, highlighted the program’s achievements and the road ahead, followed by remarks from H.E. Mr. Michel Rentenaar, Netherlands Ambassador in Palestine, and H.E. Dr. Enas Attari, Minister of Labor, who emphasized the crucial role of entrepreneurship in economic growth and innovation.
We also took a moment to honor our private sector partners, whose support has been instrumental in empowering entrepreneurs, AstraZeneca and The National Bank. A key announcement of the day was the launch of the Orange Corners Innovation Fund Track I and Track II, presented by Ms. Huda Tahboub, Director at Intersect Innovation Hub, opening new opportunities for startups to scale their businesses.
The energy peaked during the startup pitching rounds, where Cycle 6 startups presented their ventures to a panel of experts. Their ideas and dedication showcased the incredible potential of Palestinian startups. A thought-provoking panel discussion with OC alumni, Siraj, Cayenne Systems, and DataQueue, provided valuable insights into overcoming challenges and navigating the entrepreneurial journey, highlighting the next steps and growth strategies.
A significant highlight was the signing of an MoU between Orange Corners and the Orange Corners Innovation Fund, reinforcing the commitment to further supporting Palestinian startups.
The event concluded with a certificate ceremony and a networking reception, celebrating the incredible achievements of our graduates while fostering new connections and opportunities.
This graduation marks an exciting new chapter for these talented entrepreneurs. We cannot wait to see how they continue to innovate, grow, and make an impact.
This is just the beginning! Stay tuned for more updates as we continue empowering the next generation of innovators in Cycle 7.
