The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) is launching tomorrow, July 4, 2025, the ‘Future Entrepreneur’ program to foster entrepreneurship skills among the youth aged between 6 and 18. The key objectives of the program includes fostering innovation, empowering young people with
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As part of the Abu Dhabi SME Champions Program, Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development has witnessed a significant growth in the number of deals forged between SMEs and leading public and private institutions, achieving a total of 652 deals by 2024, with a total value of AED 672 million, across various key sectors such as […]
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) has opened registration for the 8th edition of its ‘Venturist’ Summer Camp, targeting Emirati students aged 13 to 18. The week-long summer camp will be held from July 7 to 11, 2025, at the Abu Dhabi 42 headquarters in Zayed Port, Abu Dhabi. This first of its kind […]
The ASATEER project, supported by the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED), has been awarded the ‘Emirati Traditional Crafts’ at the fourth edition of the ‘Make it in the Emirates’ Forum, recognising its innovative contributions and significant role in advancing the UAE’s entrepreneurial and creative landscape. The judging panel at this
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) is showcasing more than fifteen impactful ventures supporting SMEs in the fourth edition of the ‘Make it in the Emirates’ forum, which is scheduled to be held from May 19 to 22, 2025, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). At the forum, KFED will present various […]
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development is participating at the SusHi Tech Tokyo conference, highlighting innovations of five sponsored-projects. As part of Abu Dhabi’s economic delegation to Japan from 8-10 May 2025, Khalifa Fund’s participating projects in SusHi Tech Tokyo include the Gracia group, which represents a leading model in smart and sustainable
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development is participating in the ‘Abu Dhabi Modest Fashion Week – ADMFW 2025’, which is being held from April 14 to 16, 2025, for the first time in Abu Dhabi at St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort. The prestigious event is conducted under the theme ‘Celebrate Modesty, Celebrate Diversity, Celebrate Yourself.’ […]
Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, continues its collaboration with the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) to support local entrepreneurs in the fourth edition of Waterfront Nights at Yas Bay Waterfront. The Ramadan market will run until April 1 and feature 26 local brands, 22 of which are […]
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) announced the continuation of its existing funding programs by offering new financial package to support Emirati entrepreneurs with both emerging and established projects in Abu Dhabi’s priority sectors. KFED continues to accept applications for medium and long-term loans designed to fulfil the requirements of innovative
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) announced its sponsorship to four small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) during its participation in the 31st edition of the Dubai International Boat Show, held at the Dubai Harbour and running until February 23. The participating companies in exhibition are: ‘Sea & Deep Frame Making,’ renowned for its aquatic […]
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) announced its sponsorship to six innovative ventures participating in the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX), held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the United Arab of Emirates and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, at the Abu Dhabi […]
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) announced its sponsorship to 10 innovative national initiatives in the food and beverage sector at the 30th edition of Gulfood exhibition, which is being held at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from February 17 to 21, 2025. The KEFD is showcasing the products of these 10 projects […]





















