Today, investors and business leaders choose Egypt for its pro-business government policies and regulations. With the country being a regional digital hub, the government focuses on promoting and developing:

The ICT 2030 strategycontributes to achieving the objectives of Egypt's Vision 2030, through building Digital Egypt. These objectives entail developing the ICT infrastructure; fostering digital inclusion; achieving the transition to a knowledge-based economy; building capacities and encouraging innovation; fighting corruption; ensuring cybersecurity; and promoting Egypt's position at the regional and international levels.

Egypt offers an abundance of multilingual, tech-savvy talent at a competitive cost, supported by a strong base of engineering expertise and advanced digital skills. The ICT sector benefits from a skilled workforce, cost efficiency, government support, and a large domestic market.

To further strengthen the talent pipeline, ITIDA delivers targeted programs such as Train to Hire, Summer Training and Internships, and ITIDA GIGS, equipping youth with market-relevant skills and enabling access to global work opportunities. Train to Hire, implemented in partnership with leading local and multinational tech companies, ensures talent supply is directly aligned with market demand. ITIDA also advances inclusive talent development through initiatives such as the ITIDA–DXC Dandelion Program, which empowers neurodivergent individuals with the skills needed to participate in the digital economy. 

For the IT industry to thrive, the Government of Egypt seeks to promote R&D, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center(TIEC) aims to drive innovation and entrepreneurship in the local industry and ensure both people and businesses benefit from technology.

GoE always strives to create an environment conducive to thriving investments. Income and corporate taxes as well custom duties are being reduced dramatically. The Government passed several laws paving the road for investors in the ICT industry. Egypt maintains significant stability and economic flexibility. The country is growing stronger and becoming more resilient after economic reforms began in earnest in 2016. Implemented regulatory reforms include:

In recent years, Egypt's proactive government has assumed a pivotal role in cultivating an increasingly favorable environment for offshoring. This transformative journey has been marked by the strategic implementation of business-friendly regulations and forward-looking initiatives, all strategically designed to allure foreign investment and elevate the overall ease of conducting business within the country. These ambitious endeavors have been complemented by a substantial influx of capital into pivotal industries such as technology, tourism, and infrastructure. In effect, these investments have not only facilitated economic diversification but have also unlocked novel prospects for global enterprises seeking to broaden their operational horizons.

Egypt's cost-effective business landscape provides an attractive setting for foreign enterprises seeking to extend or initiate their global operations. The combination of high-quality infrastructure at affordable rates and relatively modest living expenses serves as a compelling draw for international businesses. These resultant cost advantages not only bolster profitability but also empower companies to channel resources into expansion initiatives, thereby securing a distinct competitive advantage in the worldwide market.

Alongside these savings, Egypt offers investors a reduced import custom of just 2% on equipment, tools and machinery needed to establish a business, and charges just 5% VAT on imported equipment and machinery necessary for the establishment of the business and use in production (whether goods or services).

Additionally, for certain high-potential industries, the Egyptian government avails attractive incentives for foreign investors, positively impacting the bottom line:

Incentives for investors in electronics design and development:

Further incentives for businesses established at Knowledge City Innovation Center:

In recent times, the Egyptian government has undertaken significant investments to improve the country's infrastructure capabilities. This dedicated endeavor has been particularly focused on elevating transportation, communication, and energy networks. Noteworthy achievements encompass the establishment of new highways, the enhancement of ports and airports, and the skillful expansion of existing infrastructure to effectively cater to the rising requirements of the landscape.