KUWAIT: The Youth Public Authority on Saturday launched the Investors Program, part of ongoing efforts to support entrepreneurship through the Kuwait Digital Startup Campus (KDSC), in collaboration with global aerospace leader Boeing and US technology giant Meta. Acting Director General of the Authority, Nasser Al-Sheikh, told KUNA that the initiative, supported by the Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority (KDIPA), aims to strengthen Kuwait’s investment ecosystem by empowering a new generation of high-potential startup investors.
Scheduled to run from October to December 2025, the program is designed to equip participants with the skills, knowledge, and networks required to invest confidently in the Kuwaiti and Gulf business environments. It features virtual training courses, specialized workshops, exclusive field events, and targeted resources for both new and experienced investors interested in co-investment and regional collaboration.
Al-Sheikh highlighted that the initiative received hundreds of applications, reflecting the growing interest in investor-focused programs and KDSC’s role in connecting capital with innovative entrepreneurial ideas. The first cohort comprises 20 carefully selected investors from diverse backgrounds, all committed to supporting Kuwait’s innovation-driven economy.
Participants will gain direct access to promising Kuwaiti startups seeking regional and global expansion, creating opportunities for impactful and sustainable investment. The launch event, held on October 9 at Alshaya Tower, was attended by partners and speakers from both public and private sectors, who outlined the program’s objectives and key implementation areas. The Youth Public Authority reaffirmed its commitment to initiatives that empower youth and advance a knowledge-based, digital economy. – KUNA
