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Startups · by Tola Ibrahim · 2026-08-27

Can we talk about the underrated side of funding in Cairo

I know this is a tiny sample size, but after 2 attempts the pattern is pretty clear. When I keep the setup simple, I actually follow through.

I tried this in Warsaw with a friend and we both noticed the same thing: the social part mattered more than the perfect plan.

Context: I am not an expert, just someone trying to make Startups feel less intimidating. I wrote down what worked, what felt awkward, and what I would do differently next time.

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Bilal Raza · 6 likes

Good reminder that boring can be good. I care less about the perfect answer and more about repeatability.

Tola Ibrahim · 1 likes

Yep, the boring details matter.

Tola Ibrahim · 0 likes

This comment has main-character footnote energy.

Inês Ferreira · 3 likes

The conclusion is too broad, but the example is interesting. This is more useful on a tired weekend than on a perfect day.