Introduction
Transforming Real Estate Through Innovation
Established in 2017, the Tatweer Misr Innovation Competition is a platform designed to enable people with ideas and startups to translate concepts into scalable, real-world solutions. By providing access to training, exposure, strategic networking, and ongoing support, the platform connects innovators to a wider ecosystem and creates pathways for growth, reinforcing Tatweer Misr’s commitment to empowering entrepreneurship and accelerating innovation across the real estate sector.
Eligibility and Evaluation Criteria
Innovation Competition - 7th Edtion
Eligibility and Evaluation Criteria
To be eligible for the Tatweer Misr Innovation Competition, applicants must meet the following criteria:
1. Operational Presence in Egypt:
The company or founding team must have an active operational presence in Egypt, whether headquartered locally, operating through a registered entity, or planning to launch their first pilot projects within the Egyptian market.
2. Stage of Development:
The competition is open to innovators across different stages, from ideation to growth, including startups and innovative SMEs typically within their first 0–8 years of operation.
● Ideation-Stage: Applicants should present a well-researched concept, a clear problem–solution fit, and a realistic development roadmap.
● Post-MVP and Beyond: Applicants should demonstrate a functional product, platform, or service that has been tested in real-world conditions.
3. Industry Relevance Applicants must apply under one of the three competition tracks:
( Described below in details )
4. Scalability & Market Readiness:
Proposed concepts or existing solutions should demonstrate clear potential for scaling across projects, assets, or geographies, with relevance to Tatweer Misr’s developments or the wider real estate market.
Deep PropTech & Data Intelligence
- Seeking solutions in IoT for smart buildings, AI and predictive maintenance, and digital twins.
- Also covering real estate data platforms and blockchain registries.

Future of Property, Operations & Urban Management
- Seeking tools for digital FM, tenant experiences, and urban services optimization.
- Also covering mobility, last-mile solutions, and ESG & compliance dashboards.

Experiential Design, Wellness & Sustainability
- Seeking innovations in green and low-carbon materials, as well as net-zero design.
- Also covering wellness and biophilic spaces, climate-resilient design, and circular construction.
Evaluation Criteria
Applications will be assessed by an expert jury using the following weighted criteria:
1. Strategic Relevance & Industry Fit
● How well does the concept or solution address real estate and urban challenges?
● Clear alignment with one of the competition tracks.
● Relevance to real estate development, operations, sustainability, or user experience.
● Potential applicability within the development and real estate sector.
2. Product Innovation & Differentiation
● How novel and forward-thinking is the solution?
● Uniqueness of the technology, business model, or approach.
● Clear differentiation from existing market solutions.
● Innovative use of data, technology, design, or materials.
3. Impact & Value Creation
● What tangible value does the solution create?
● Measurable (or highly projected) impact on efficiency, cost, sustainability, accessibility, or experience.
● Contribution to ESG goals, climate resilience, or social impact (where relevant).
● Clear problem–solution fit with real-world benefits.
4. Technical Feasibility & Development Stage
● For Ideation-Stage: Clarity of the concept, technical soundness of the proposed approach, and realism of the development roadmap.
● For Post-MVP: Stability and functionality of the product, with evidence of pilots, deployments, clients, or traction.
● Overall technical feasibility of implementation at scale.
5. Scalability & Commercial Potential
● Can this idea or solution grow and succeed in the market?
● Market size and growth potential.
● Business model clarity and revenue logic.
● Ability to scale across multiple assets, cities, or markets.
6. Team Capability & Execution Readiness
● Does the team have the capacity to build, deliver, and scale?
● Strength and diversity of the founding and leadership team.
● Relevant industry, technical, or operational expertise.
● Demonstrated execution capability and strategic vision
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We welcome a wide spectrum of innovators. Applicants can range from ideation-stage founders to those with a post-MVP solution.
● Ideation-Stage: Must present a well-researched conceptual framework, clear problem-solution fit, and a realistic development roadmap.
● Post-MVP: Must demonstrate a functional product, platform, or service that has been tested in real-world conditions.
Awards
Winners of the seventh edition will receive a comprehensive package of awards and support, valued at approximately EGP 2 million, designed to recognize innovation and enable continued growth.
The Journey (Timeline & Process)

The winners

Adham Ahmed

Mohamed Haroun

Mohamed Yassin
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Round 6

Round 5

