The Business Development Service (BDS) Hubs, part of the Central Bank of Egypt’s
(CBE) “NilePreneurs” initiative, have successfully provided over 1.16 million non-financial and
advisory services to support approximately 502,000 clients across 25 governorates
These services, which have benefitted entrepreneurs, youth, startups, and Micro, Small
and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs), include 210,000 women entrepreneurs Additionally
the BDS Hubs facilitated financing worth EGP 19 billion for over 14,000 projects, in collaboration
with 18 banks
Key Services Offered by the BDS Hubs
The services offered by the BDS Hubs include
Selection of viable business ideas for entrepreneurs
Feasibility studies and financial analysis for projects
Promoting financial literacy among business owners
Offering business training and capacity-building programs
Assisting in preparing credit files and securing access to financing
These services are aimed at supporting entrepreneurs to enhance their businesses
capacity for growth, competitiveness, and securing suitable financing
Impressive Growth and Geographic Reach
Between 2020 and 2025, the BDS Hubs have shown substantial growth, with a 135% annual
growth rate in the number of services delivered and 125% growth in the number of clients served
This success can be attributed to the widespread geographic presence of the BDS Hubs, which now
consist of 132 centers located across 25 governorates, making them accessible to a large number
of entrepreneurs and business owners across Egypt
CBE’s Ongoing Commitment to MSMEs and Entrepreneurs
This milestone reflects the Central Bank of Egypt’s ongoing commitment to supporting
entrepreneurs and MSMEs through its NilePreneurs initiative. By encouraging the banking
sector to expand its offering of non-financial and advisory services, the CBE aims to promote
formalization of informal sector projects, in alignment with Egypt’s Vision 2030 and the Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs), particularly focusing on economic empowerment for all segments of society
Free Services to Empower Youth and Entrepreneurs
The BDS Hubs provide a comprehensive range of free services aimed at empowering youth
entrepreneurs, and MSMEs
Business setup assistance including registration and obtaining licenses
Conducting economic feasibility studies and financial evaluations
Offering the required information to access financing and prepare necessary documentation, including credit files
Assisting in forming strategic partnerships and opening new market opportunities
Providing training programs to enhance business efficiency and growth
How to Access Services
Entrepreneurs, startups, and MSMEs can access these free services by visiting
one of the BDS Hubs established in bank branches, youth centers, and universities
across the country To find a BDS Hub near you, visit the official website