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Global EdTech Prize 2026 Opens for Applications A Call for Pakistani EdTech Startups and Non-Profits

The second edition of the Global EdTech Prize by T4 Education is now open for applications until June 26, 2026, with finalists invited to pitch live at the World Schools Summit in London in January 2027. Pakistani EdTech innovators are encouraged to apply.
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IBA Sindh Acceleration Program 2026 Introduces Startup Cohort Across AI, Edtech, Agritech and Clean Energy Sectors

The IBA Sindh Acceleration Program 2026 has introduced its latest cohort of startups spanning artificial intelligence, clean energy, logistics, edtech, e-commerce, and agritech, marking a new chapter in Sindh's growing startup ecosystem.
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Women-Led Businesses Receive Over Rs. 24 Billion in Financing as SBP Expands National Entrepreneurship Outreach

Women-led enterprises in Pakistan secured more than Rs. 24 billion in financing over the past year, with SBP expanding nationwide outreach, mentorship, and entrepreneurship support ahead of Pakistan Women Entrepreneurship Day 2025.
Policy

PSW and Soneri Bank Host Change Management Session for Women Entrepreneurs During SBP Women Financing Week 2025

Pakistan Single Window (PSW) and Soneri Bank conducted a Change Management session for women entrepreneurs under the State Bank of Pakistan’s Women Financing Week 2025, focusing on access to finance, digital trade, and SME growth.
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SBP Business Idea Competition 2025 Opens for Pakistan Women Entrepreneurship Day

SBP has announced the Business Idea Competition as part of Pakistan Women Entrepreneurship Day 2025, inviting women entrepreneurs to submit innovative ideas by November 5, 2025.
Policy

State Bank of Pakistan Launches WE Finance Code to Boost Funding for Women Entrepreneurs

SBP has launched the WE Finance Code in Pakistan with ADB support, aiming to close the gender financing gap for women-led micro, small, and medium enterprises and boost women’s economic empowerment.
Investments

SBP and ADB Launch $500 Million Loan Program for Women Entrepreneurs in Pakistan

SBP and ADB collaborate on the $500 million We Finance Code initiative to improve women’s financial inclusion in Pakistan, targeting 100,000 women-led businesses.

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Global Insights

Global EdTech Prize 2026 Opens for Applications A Call for Pakistani EdTech Startups and Non-Profits

The second edition of the Global EdTech Prize by T4 Education is now open for applications until June 26, 2026, with finalists invited to pitch live at the World Schools Summit in London in January 2027. Pakistani EdTech innovators are encouraged to apply.
Traction

IBA Sindh Acceleration Program 2026 Introduces Startup Cohort Across AI, Edtech, Agritech and Clean Energy Sectors

The IBA Sindh Acceleration Program 2026 has introduced its latest cohort of startups spanning artificial intelligence, clean energy, logistics, edtech, e-commerce, and agritech, marking a new chapter in Sindh's growing startup ecosystem.
LaunchPad

NIC Peshawar Cohort 15 Hosts Vision Validation Curriculum Session with Sabahat Bokhari of Rookridge Ventures

National Incubation Center Peshawar's Cohort 15 founders participated in a curriculum session on Vision Validation led by Sabahat Bokhari from Rookridge Ventures, focusing on testing assumptions and aligning startup direction with real market needs.
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NIC Karachi Connects Startups with Bykea COO Rafiq Malik in Online Mentorship Session

National Incubation Center Karachi hosted an online coaching session featuring Rafiq Malik, COO and Co-Founder of Bykea, offering startup founders strategic guidance, practical insights, and actionable direction to scale their ventures.