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New Mentors for Africa — our dedicated pan-African platform →

Building Pathways
to a Brighter Future

Mentors’ NGO is an impact-driven organization empowering individuals and communities across Africa — through programs and partnerships in education, digital transformation, women’s empowerment, entrepreneurship and sustainable development. We equip people with the knowledge, skills, mentorship, technology and opportunities they need to build better futures and create lasting change in their communities.

What we do

Our Focus Across Africa

We address interconnected social, economic, technological and environmental challenges across Africa — designed around local realities, built for long-term growth, inclusion and community-led change.

01

Education and skills development

Inclusive education, vocational training, mentorship and practical learning that prepare young people for employment, entrepreneurship and the digital economy.

02

Women’s economic empowerment

Training, mentorship and productive-family initiatives helping women build sustainable sources of income.

03

Entrepreneurship and economic development

Turning ideas into sustainable businesses through training, guidance, mentorship, networking and access to funding.

04

Digital transformation and inclusion

Practical technical skills and computer education so communities can take part in the modern digital economy.

05

Inclusive community support

Support for families, children, orphans, people with disabilities, patients and other priority groups.

06

Environmental sustainability

Environmental awareness, sustainable entrepreneurship, tree planting and responsible use of natural resources.

07

Cultural connection and international cooperation

Bridges between Africa and the world through cultural exchange, knowledge sharing and institutional partnerships.

Our vision

Our
Vision

Our vision is to positively impact African people, everywhere.

We envision inclusive and empowered communities where women, young people, families and vulnerable groups have access to quality education, practical digital skills, mentorship and meaningful opportunities.

Through digital transformation, sustainable development, innovative solutions and inclusive support, we aim to strengthen livelihoods, expand access to opportunity, and equip individuals and communities with the knowledge and capabilities needed to build resilient, sustainable futures.

Digital literacy

Real-world technical and digital-economy skills for individuals and communities currently excluded from it.

Women’s economic empowerment

Training, mentorship and opportunities that help women develop sustainable sources of income.

Inclusive support

Opportunity for youth, families, people with disabilities and other priority-care groups.

United Nations SDGs

Our Work and
the Global Goals

Our documented areas of work align with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Through education, inclusion, economic empowerment, digital transformation and environmental responsibility, our programs seek to contribute to more resilient and prosperous communities.

SDG 1 — No Poverty

Economic empowerment, productive-family programs, vocational training and entrepreneurship support.

SDG 3 — Good Health and Well-being

Awareness, wellbeing and healthier livelihoods for families, women and young people in our communities.

SDG 4 — Quality Education

Inclusive education, digital literacy, workshops, vocational training and mentorship.

SDG 5 — Gender Equality

Women’s economic and social empowerment, agricultural training and women-led entrepreneurship.

SDG 8 — Decent Work and Economic Growth

Job-ready skills, startup development, employment preparation and sustainable businesses.

SDG 9 — Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Digital transformation, technology education, innovative local solutions and support for Egyptian industry.

SDG 10 — Reduced Inequalities

Support for vulnerable groups, people with disabilities, families, youth and underserved communities.

SDG 12 — Responsible Consumption and Production

Sustainable business practices, responsible use of resources and circular thinking in the ventures we support.

SDG 13 — Climate Action

Environmental education, sustainable entrepreneurship, tree planting and responsible use of natural resources.

SDG 15 — Life on Land

Tree planting, biodiversity awareness and agricultural training that protects soil, land and local ecosystems.

SDG 17 — Partnerships for the Goals

Over one hundred partnerships with ministries, universities, companies and development organizations.

Together, these areas of work support our commitment to building more inclusive, resilient and prosperous communities.

Our impact

Turning Learning Into Lasting Change

Across Africa and Egypt, Mentors’ NGO uses education, mentorship, entrepreneurship and practical training to help people develop their capabilities and create new opportunities.

Program example

The IDEM Program

A twelve-week entrepreneurship program of 40 training hours, built around a project-based curriculum that carries participants from financial planning through to investor-ready pitches.

Its Zambia pilot round supported 320 startups and produced 400 graduates — tackling food security and entrepreneurship through academic research and hands-on training.

Explore more stories of growth, opportunity and transformation.

Leadership

Meet our founder

Dr. Mohamed El Sery
Dr. Mohamed El Sery
Founder & CEO, Mentors’ Gate
Vice Chairman, ICC · UNESCO ‘Positively Men’ Ambassador · Co-Founder, AFBAN

Dr. Mohamed El Sery brings corporate-grade operational rigor to social impact across Africa and the Middle East.

With a career background leading global procurement and business transformation for telecom and energy giants including Orascom Telecom, VEON and Siemens Gamesa, he bridges the gap between enterprise-level strategy and grassroots development.

As the Founder of Mentors’ Gate and Co-Founder of AFBAN — the African Federation of Angel Investors Network — Dr. El Sery is actively building early-stage startup ecosystems, driving digital transformation, and leading multi-sector initiatives in sustainable development and women’s empowerment.

Affiliations & recognition
ICC
AFBAN
Orascom
VEON
Siemens Gamesa
Ecosystem

Our partners

We collaborate with public institutions, private companies, educational organizations, international experts and development partners to expand access to education, mentorship and sustainable economic opportunities.

Actel
Almentor
E Youth
Eg Pay
Growth Labs
I Hub
Izbetalita
Kf
Mountain Vieiw
O1
Peo
Premier Academy
Roi
Sigma
Track3
Wise Law Firm
AIU
African Unity
Borg UNI
EPRI
ISF logo
Liberia Ministry Of Commerce
Mans UNI
Ministry Of Planning
NTA
SRTA
WAFDF
Sutainablitiy And
Medcenes Sans
BUE
CIC
ELite
Solu Growth
UN
UNESCO
Africanstartup
Algeria Ventures
Arweqah
Au logo
Eighteen
Emaar Min
Emaarholding
Icc
Legal
Nen
Orange
Scope
Un women logo
Actel
Almentor
E Youth
Eg Pay
Growth Labs
I Hub
Izbetalita
Kf
Mountain Vieiw
O1
Peo
Premier Academy
Roi
Sigma
Track3
Wise Law Firm
AIU
African Unity
Borg UNI
EPRI
ISF logo
Liberia Ministry Of Commerce
Mans UNI
Ministry Of Planning
NTA
SRTA
WAFDF
Sutainablitiy And
Medcenes Sans
BUE
CIC
ELite
Solu Growth
UN
UNESCO
Africanstartup
Algeria Ventures
Arweqah
Au logo
Eighteen
Emaar Min
Emaarholding
Icc
Legal
Nen
Orange
Scope
Un women logo
Ag
Chamberofprinting
Edraky
Elite Estate
H Touch
Ignite
Kemtec
Mont
Neon
Oro
Pmaestro
Rekaz
Sekem
Sorouh
Webspace
Zi Box
ASRT
Alex Uni
Cap UNI
IMC
Liberia Ministry Of Agriculture
Liberia Ministry Of Internal
Ministry Of Higher Edication
NCT
Portsaid Uni
TICO
Itida
Partner organization
AIESEC
Benfix
CS
PTS
The Founder Institute Logo
Vanilla SM
Alfa
Arabchinese
Asf
Core angels
Emaar Med
Emaarexport
Expatrix logo
Imperial
Mini Boss
Nilcon
Ppeo
Sia
Worldyouthforum
Ag
Chamberofprinting
Edraky
Elite Estate
H Touch
Ignite
Kemtec
Mont
Neon
Oro
Pmaestro
Rekaz
Sekem
Sorouh
Webspace
Zi Box
ASRT
Alex Uni
Cap UNI
IMC
Liberia Ministry Of Agriculture
Liberia Ministry Of Internal
Ministry Of Higher Edication
NCT
Portsaid Uni
TICO
Itida
Partner organization
AIESEC
Benfix
CS
PTS
The Founder Institute Logo
Vanilla SM
Alfa
Arabchinese
Asf
Core angels
Emaar Med
Emaarexport
Expatrix logo
Imperial
Mini Boss
Nilcon
Ppeo
Sia
Worldyouthforum