Sheikh Saeed Halls 1, 2 & 3, Dubai World Trade Centre,
United Arab Emirates
MENA'S LEADING EDUCATION INVESTMENT CONFERENCE
Facilitating networking and partnership opportunities between investors, education-related business owners, operators, practitioners and regulators across the Middle East, Africa & Emerging Markets.
UNLOCKING INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN THE MENA EDUCATION BUSINESS
Education Investment MENA, co-located with GESS Dubai, is the annual meeting point for the MENA region's education business stakeholders. The 14th edition in November 2025 will bring together influential industry leaders including Ministerial representatives, Regulators, Educators, Investors, Education Business Owners, Entrepreneurs and Solution Providers who want to expand their organisations in the region and beyond.
MEET MENA'S TOP EDUCATION BUSINESS EXPERTS
Egypt’s Higher Education Boom: The Investors’ Guide to a $ Multi-Billion Market Surge
This exclusive report by Colliers, Egypt’s Higher Education Boom, uncovers how the country’s rapidly expanding student population—3.76 million today and projected to exceed 4 million by 2028—is creating an extraordinary window for investors. Powered by Egypt Vision 2030, the sector is accelerating across high-demand fields such as AI, renewable energy, healthcare, and international education. The report breaks down market gaps, investor hotspots, policy reforms, infrastructure needs, and the private sector advantages shaping future growth. With data-driven insights and actionable recommendations, this is an essential guide for investors, developers, and education operators seeking first-mover advantage in a booming market.
NOT JUST A CONFERENCE! EXPERIENCE 2 DAYS OF CONTENT, CONNECTIONS & COLLABORATION
200+
Qualified Attendees
80%
Education Investors, Operators & Business Owners
35+
Inspirational Speakers
16+
Hours of Transformative Insight & Networking
20+
Countries Represented
2
Days of Networking & Insights
Enhancing the Private Education Sector Offerings
Delivering Stronger and Comprehensive Education Through Early Years, K-12, Tertiary and TVET
Future-Proofing School with EdTech
Leverage transformational opportunities in EdTech through innovation, strategic partnerships, and supportive policies
Education Investment Opportunities in MENA
Unlock Investment and Growth Opportunities in the Region's Educational Sector
Artificial Intelligence
Transform Learning with The Power of AI in Education
Education Collaboration
Empowering Progress Through Impactful Partnerships
Financial Metrics and Valuation Models
Determining institute valuation, competitive advantages, growth opportunities, and financial performance
Early Childhood Education
Vital Role of Early Learning Programs For Nurturing Young Minds
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REPOSITION YOUR BUSINESS FOR FUTURE GROWTH: REFLECT. RETHINK. REBOOT.
Learn from the best
We bring together the individuals and businesses who not only know, but also shape the private education investment markets in MENA.
Develop new networks
We connect the entire market in one place - including analysts, LPs, GPs, VCs, direct and online education delivery providers, edupreneurs, financiers, Ministries and regulators.
Chase alternative returns
Our sessions this year focus on alternative segments – including SEN, Online Education, EdTech, Low Fee Offerings, Student Accommodation and more.
Explore opportunities in emerging markets
Join our fireside chat sessions and interactive panel discussions to discover opportunities present in K-12 and higher education across a variety of emerging markets in the MENA region.
Meet the regulators
Get insight from representatives of Bahrain, Oman and Saudi Arabia to explore business opportunities
Take the conversation beyond the conference
Join our Cocktail Reception, Interactive Sessions and Round Table Discussions that will enable you to engage with your peers in an safe, relaxed and informal environment.
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Sheikh Saeed Halls 1, 2 & 3, Dubai World Trade Centre,
United Arab Emirates