Tag: startup ecosystem

Fatima Gobi Ventures and IBA CED Join Forces to Empower Young Entrepreneurs in Pakistan

The Centre for Entrepreneurial Development (IBA Karachi) and Fatima Gobi Ventures have signed an MoU to strengthen Pakistan’s startup ecosystem, connecting young entrepreneurs with investors and fostering sustainable growth.

Startup Weekend Lahore 2025 Returns at LUMS with FutureTech Theme Focused on Blockchain, Web3, and AI

Startup Weekend Lahore 2025 returns to LUMS from November 7–9 under the theme “FutureTech,” bringing together entrepreneurs, developers, and innovators to build startups in blockchain, fintech, AI, and digital inclusion.

NIC Lahore Invites Applications for Cohort 3 Offering PKR 5 Million Grants and Global Exposure

National Incubation Center Lahore opens applications for Cohort 3, offering PKR 5 million grants, U.S. exposure, and mentorship to Pakistan’s next wave of entrepreneurs.

Secret Stash Founder Exits Pakistan’s Leading Second-Hand Fashion Platform After a Decade

Secret Stash founder announces her successful exit after a decade of building Pakistan’s first second-hand fashion platform, marking a milestone for sustainable fashion and women-led startups.

Global Entrepreneurship Network Launches Startup Huddle Karachi to Empower Local Founders

Startup Huddle Karachi, powered by the Global Entrepreneurship Network, launches to support local founders through mentorship, collaboration, and community-driven problem-solving for Pakistan’s growing startup ecosystem.

Bachaapreneur 2025 by Bachaa Party Invites Young Entrepreneurs Aged 8–14 Across Pakistan

Bachaa Party launches registrations for Bachaapreneur 2025, a nationwide contest celebrating young entrepreneurs aged 8–14, in collaboration with NIC Karachi, NIC Pakistan, LCE at LUMS, and NIC Hyderabad.

Gobi Partners Eyes Investment in Pakistan’s Digital, Fintech, and E-Commerce Ecosystem

Malaysian venture capital firm Gobi Partners has expressed interest in investing in Pakistan’s digital, fintech, and e-commerce sectors following a meeting between Co-Founder Thomas G. Tsao and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Kuala Lumpur.

Ignite Launching WISE Lab to Support Women-Led Startups in Pakistan

Ignite National Technology Fund is set to launch the Women Innovation and Startup Empowerment Lab (WISE Lab) in Islamabad, offering incubation space, nationwide training, and grants of up to Rs. 2 million for women-led startups.

Orbit Startups Demo Day 2025 Brings NIC Karachi Founders to the Spotlight

NIC Karachi, in collaboration with Orbit Startups, will host Demo Day on September 23, 2025, featuring Pakistani startups pitching innovative solutions in fintech, digital services, sustainability, and AI.

She Leads Bootcamp 2025 to Support Final-Year and Alumni Women Entrepreneurs at IoBM Karachi

Sindh HEC and IoBM-SSKIC are launching the She Leads Women’s Founders Bootcamp on October 2, 2025, offering mentorship and training to final-year students and alumni women entrepreneurs.

Habib University to Feature Sarah Munir in Entrepreneurship Talent Program Session

Habib University will host Sarah Munir, CEO of Invest2Innovate, on September 18, 2025, for a session under its Entrepreneurship Talent Program to inspire students exploring entrepreneurship as a career.

Habib University to Feature Sarah Munir in Entrepreneurship Talent Program Session

Habib University will host Sarah Munir, CEO of Invest2Innovate, on September 18, 2025, for a session under its Entrepreneurship Talent Program to inspire students exploring entrepreneurship as a career.