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Statements from Letsia’s Chairman: The 2026 ADX Growth Market Listing Will Be a Turning Point
Abu Dhabi – Eng. Mohamed Rabie Moawad, Founder and Chairman of Letsia Holding, affirmed that the company’s planned listing on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) Growth Market by 2026 will mark a strategic turning point—financially and institutionally—positioning the group for stronger regional and global expansion. Moawad revealed that Letsia has begun concrete readiness measures that go beyond a typical listing announcement, including: Governance uplift: rolling out enhanced internal controls and performance monitoring aligned with international market standards. Regional expansion: preparations to open new European offices in 2025 to support cross-border investments and partnerships. Strategic advisory: a partnership with McKinsey & Company to drive organizational transformation and operational efficiency. Digital transformation: targeted investments in AI and blockchain to strengthen payments and financial services across the group. The group operates a diversified portfolio across vital sectors: Letsia Pay in digital payments (active in the UAE, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Sri Lanka, and other markets); Rowad Information Technology (RIT) with 15+ years in software and application development; Letsia Business providing corporate development, evaluation, and training services supported by McKinsey; Letsia Youth as a startup incubator and accelerator; Letsia Edu running a British-curriculum international school in Egypt alongside vocational academies; Letsia Kids focused on modern learning methods for children; Letsia Marketing for integrated digital marketing; PAYEG in payments; the 2023 acquisition of SingleHop in hosting and cloud; the marketplace app Wayd; OD Fund connecting entrepreneurs and investors; and Finance Index covering economics and fintech. “The ADX Growth Market listing is not merely financial expansion; it is a structured pathway to scale our governance, technology, and partnerships. We aim to be a strategic contributor to the national economy while consolidating our global footprint,” Moawad said. Letsia currently operates through offices in the UAE, Egypt, Lebanon, the United States, and the United Kingdom, with plans to expand soon into European markets. The company views the listing as a catalyst to unlock sustainable growth and long-term value for stakeholders.
27-09-2025
Letsia Forward Program Announces the Completion of Participant Selection and Reveals a Major International Expansion Across Three Countries
The Letsia Forward Program has officially announced the completion of its participant selection for the upcoming edition, following an exceptionally strong registration period that witnessed unprecedented demand from entrepreneurs and startups across the region and beyond. This overwhelming response highlights the growing position of the program as one of the leading platforms for startup development and investment readiness. Program management confirmed that the number of applications significantly exceeded expectations, prompting early preparations for the second edition of the program, which is planned to launch shortly after the conclusion of the current edition. The tentative target for the next cycle is June 2026. In a strategic move reflecting the program’s international ambitions, preparations are underway to launch the second edition simultaneously in three countries: United Arab Emirates Arab Republic of Egypt Germany This expansion aims to widen the program’s impact and provide entrepreneurs from different markets with equal access to an integrated training and investment-oriented experience. The Letsia Forward Program delivers a comprehensive entrepreneurial journey that includes business model development, investment readiness, pitch preparation, executive mentoring, and direct access to funding opportunities through the broader Letsia ecosystem. The program is organized under the sponsorship of Letsia Youth, with strategic backing from the parent company Letsia Holding, as part of the group’s long-term vision to build a fully integrated entrepreneurial platform combining training, development, and investment. Mohamed Rabie Moawad, Chairman of Letsia Holding, stated that the remarkable demand for the program reflects a real market need for platforms that go beyond traditional training and focus on building investment-ready companies with real growth potential. He added that the planned simultaneous expansion across three countries represents a major milestone in the program’s evolution and reflects the group’s confidence in the model it has developed. From his side, Jonathan Mark Robert, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Letsia Holding and Executive Supervisor of the Letsia Forward Program, emphasized that the current edition of the program has demonstrated outstanding levels of commitment, professionalism, and readiness among participating entrepreneurs. He noted that the team is actively working to position Letsia Forward as a truly international platform that operates according to global standards in both training and investor engagement. He further added that the early preparations for launching the program in the UAE, Egypt, and Germany at the same time clearly demonstrate the strategic direction of Letsia toward expanding its real entrepreneurial impact beyond local markets. The early announcement of the second edition and its planned international scope stands as a strong indicator of the success achieved by the current program and confirms Letsia’s strategic direction toward transforming Letsia Forward into a sustainable regional and global platform for building the next generation of entrepreneurs and high-growth startups.
06-12-2025
Key Statistics Reveal the Impact of the Opening Days of the Letsia Forward Program
Mohamed Rabie Moawad, Chairman of the Board, announced following the conclusion of the opening days of the Letsia Forward Program the key outcomes and indicators that reflected the strong launch of the program and the level of engagement it achieved since its inception. He explained that the program received applications from 84 entrepreneurs, of whom 51 were selected to join the core training phase after an evaluation process focused on idea quality, project readiness, and growth potential. He noted that the opening days featured the participation of 11 investors from different countries, providing entrepreneurs with direct exposure to investors, opportunities to present their ideas, and practical insights into market and investment expectations. He also highlighted the participation of 4 inspiring speakers, who shared real-world experiences and perspectives that enriched the program’s content and motivated participants, alongside a series of interactive workshops and discussion sessions. According to Moawad, total attendance over the three opening days reached approximately 720 attendees, reflecting the strong interest in the program and its relevance within the entrepreneurship ecosystem. Mohamed Rabie Moawad added that these figures represent a solid foundation for the next phase of the program, emphasizing that the conclusion of the opening days does not mark the end of the Letsia Forward Program, but rather the beginning of its core phase, which will extend over several months and focus on hands-on training, continuous mentorship, and close follow-up on participating ventures. He concluded by reaffirming that the program aligns with the vision of Letsia Youth, supported by Letsia Holding, to build an integrated ecosystem aimed at empowering young people and enabling them to become real entrepreneurs capable of transforming ideas into sustainable businesses.
20-12-2025