The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) is participating in the inaugural edition of the Abu Dhabi Global Entrepreneurship Festival, held under the patronage of Sheikh Zayed bin Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, from April 20 to 22, 2026, at the Abu Dhabi Energy Center. The festival is
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Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Keeta, the on-demand food delivery platform backed by global technology leader Meituan, to empower Emirati entrepreneurs in Abu Dhabi’s food and beverage (F&B) sector and accelerate their integration into the digital economy. Through this collaboration, both parties aim to
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) announced its participation in the 31st edition of Gulfood, taking place from 26 to 30 January 2026, at both Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai, by supporting 10 Emirati food and manufacturing ventures. KFED’s participation forms part of a broader effort […]
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) announced its support for the participation of 16 Emirati-led projects in ‘The Rage’ Festival 2026, in line with its strategy to empower national entrepreneurship, expand the growth opportunities of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), foster innovation, and equip Emirati brands with vital tools required to enhance
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) announced the launch of the ‘AI Prompt Engineering’ training programme in collaboration with 42 Abu Dhabi, the leading coding academy offering an innovative peer-to-peer learning model. Running in Al Ain until December 12, the programme aims to empower entrepreneurs and SME owners with advanced practical skills in artificial
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) is set to take part in the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show 2025, organised under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Ruler’s Representative in the Al Dhafra Region. The event will be held from 20 to 23 November 2025, at Marina Hall in the […]
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) is participating in the Sheikh Zayed Festival 2025–2026, which will be held from November 1, 2025 to March 22, 2026, in the Al Wathba area of Abu Dhabi under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, […]
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED), in collaboration with the Emirates Foundation, will host a Retiree Bootcamp through its MZN Hub in Al Ain. The programme, scheduled from November 10 to 14, 2025, aims to empower pre-retiree and retiree communities by enabling them to leverage their expertise and life experiences, and converting them into successful […]
The UAE Flag Day celebrates the nation’s remarkable journey of growth and achievements, reinforcing the noble values of national pride, belonging, and loyalty to our wise leadership. It also honours the enduring legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and the founding Rulers of the Emirates, whose shared vision raised the flag […]
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) is participating in the Abu Dhabi International Food Exhibition (ADIFE) 2025, scheduled to take place from October 21 to 23, to showcase 10 home-grown ventures that embody the UAE’s commitment to food innovation and sustainability. In this edition of the exhibition, Khalifa Fund will highlight a range of Emirati […]
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) signed three strategic partnership agreements with Cybere71, Reach Group, and The Emirates Technology Solutions Alliance during its current participation in the 45th edition of GITEX GLOBAL 2025. These partnerships are a testament to the Khalifa Fund’s commitment to promoting technological innovation, improving capacity
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) is launching “Enterprise Journey”, a unified digital platform to enable enterprises and providers to connect, grow, and scale, during its participation in GITEX Global 2025, under the umbrella of Abu Dhabi Government’s pavilion. The “Enterprise Journey” is designed to empower small and
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) is supporting the participation of three Emirati companies specialising in eCommerce and technology at the fourth edition of the Global Digital Trade Exhibition (GDTE), running until 29 September in Hangzhou, China. The exhibition serves as a dynamic platform convening entrepreneurs, innovators, and investors from the digital
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) is supporting more than 20 Emirati enterprises to participate at the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX 2025), taking place until 7 September at the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. Her Excellency Mouza Obaid Al Nasri, CEO of Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, said: “It is truly […]
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) has unveiled a new brand identity underscoring its commitment to innovation, resilience, and impact. The new brand identity reflects KFED’s alignment with the UAE’s national priorities, focusing on innovation, digital transformation, and sustainability. It highlights KFED’s growing role in achieving the objectives of the
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) has successfully completed the first edition of its Future Entrepreneur programme, aiming to foster entrepreneurial skills among youth aged 6 to 18 years. The key objectives of the programme included fostering innovation, empowering young people with financial management skills, and building a new generation of Emirati
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) is supporting 10 Emirati SMEs to participate in Grains Africa 2025, a leading global event for advancing agriculture and food security, which will be held from August 21 to 23, 2025, in Nairobi, Kenya. The small and medium enterprises (SMEs), supported by KFED are active in agriculture technology, […]
MAKE has launched its 5th cohort of the Athath Fellowship 2025, in partnership with Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, inviting all next-gen aspiring furniture entrepreneurs to reimagine the world of furniture design. The application call, launched last month, welcomed those who view furniture as a functional design, and the selected applicants are interviewed
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) honoured winners of the top three positions for the eighth edition of its Venturist Summer Camp, which was held from July 7 to 11, 2025, at the 42 Abu Dhabi headquarters, with the participation of 50 Emirati students. The camp is part of Khalifa Fund’s ongoing initiatives to […]
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) partnered with 42 Abu Dhabi (42AD) to host the first edition of the intensive coding bootcamp, the ‘Piscine,’ at Khalifa Fund Al Ain Region Campus. Running between July 14 to August 7, 2025, the collaboration is part of joint efforts to empower young talents and prepare a new generation […]





























