Program Sahabah
A specialized program in building an entrepreneurship system in the water sector by enabling entrepreneurs, innovators and investors to enter the sector and employ their innovations and money in it to accelerate its growth and improve its efficiency.
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Sahabah
A specialized program designed to foster entrepreneurial Startups in the water sector, empowering entrepreneurs, innovators, and investors to bring their innovative ideas to life. By providing support and resources, this program aims to accelerate the development and efficiency of these water solutions.
program target
01
Ease of Doing Business
Empowering and facilitating business operations to support startups through a series of legislative and regulatory reforms
02
Venture Capital and Investment
Enhancing the quality of the investment environment and encouraging investors and investment funds to inject venture capital into startups in the sector
03
Awareness and Media
Highlighting promising opportunities for delivering innovative solutions by showcasing them through media and attracting entrepreneurs to the sector
04
Support
Establishing incubators and accelerators, and providing consultancy, workspaces, and specialized labs in the water sector
05
Human Capital
Building the entrepreneurial community, attracting promising talent, and contributing to the development of skilled professionals to serve the sector
06
Market
Analyzing market trends and developing strategic plans to create demand
Sub-Sectors and Targeted Technologies
Water loss
Water network analysis technologies
Water-saving accessories
Smart devices and the Internet of Things (IoT)
Irrigation technologies
Water harvesting
Water treatment technologies
National and sectoral targets and entrepreneurship
01
Vision 2030
Goals and Objectives Related to the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture and Entrepreneurship
02
Infrastructure
Modernizing the aging water infrastructure to ensure efficient distribution and high-quality water services.
03
Unified Strategy of the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture
The Ministry’s vision, mission, outcomes, deliverables, and capabilities.
04
National Water Strategy 2030
Sector goals, current status, and strategic focus areas.
Challenges of the Entrepreneurship System
A total of 193 needs for the entrepreneurship ecosystem were identified in general, followed by the identification of specific needs and challenges within the water sector, which were then incorporated into the programs and targets.
A total of 193 needs for the entrepreneurship ecosystem were identified in general, followed by the identification of specific needs and challenges within the water sector, which were then incorporated into the programs and targets.
All the challenges facing the non-profit sector have been identified, and the six most prominent challenges have been selected to focus on with partners in an effort to contribute to their resolution.
All the challenges facing the non-profit sector have been identified, and the six most prominent challenges have been selected to focus on with partners in an effort to contribute to their resolution.
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A total of 14 challenges were identified across the water value chain (production – transportation and storage – distribution – consumption and billing – wastewater collection and treatment – distribution of treated wastewater).
A total of 14 challenges were identified across the water value chain (production – transportation and storage – distribution – consumption and billing – wastewater collection and treatment – distribution of treated wastewater).
A total of 193 needs for the entrepreneurship ecosystem were identified in general, followed by the identification of specific needs and challenges within the water sector, which were then incorporated into the programs and targets.
A total of 14 challenges were identified across the water value chain (production – transportation and storage – distribution – consumption and billing – wastewater collection and treatment – distribution of treated wastewater).
All the challenges facing the non-profit sector have been identified, and the six most prominent challenges have been selected to focus on with partners in an effort to contribute to their resolution.
Program Partners
