Zawya - Press Releases: stc Bahrain launches the 2026 edition of the inspireU program to support the next generation of Bahraini innovators

Manama, Bahrain – stc Bahrain, the digital enabler, announced the launch of the thirteenth edition of the stcinspireU ” program, continuing its efforts to empower Bahraini entrepreneurs and support the growth of innovative startups, contributing to the strengthening of the growing digital economy in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

The “ inspireU by stc ” program continues to provide a comprehensive platform for entrepreneurs and startups by offering mentorship, training, and financial support, along with expanding their networks and providing access to regional and global markets. This contributes to transforming innovative ideas into viable and sustainable projects across various sectors. This initiative also reflects stc Bahrain’s commitment to supporting innovation and contributing to the achievement of economic development goals in line with Bahrain Economic Vision 2030.

Previous editions of the program in Bahrain have attracted a diverse range of innovative startups across multiple sectors, including fintech, e-commerce, and digital platforms. In the 2025 edition, Bahraini companies DOO and Indi Souq were selected as winners following an intensive training camp held at stc Bahrain's headquarters. Participants received mentorship sessions from leading experts and specialists, along with opportunities for consulting support, specialized training, expansion, and partnership building.

It is worth noting that the " inspireU by stc " program was launched in Saudi Arabia in 2015 and has since successfully supported more than 130 digital projects across the region, with investments exceeding one billion Saudi riyals. The market value of investments and financial transactions of the incubated companies has surpassed 15 billion Saudi riyals, and the program has contributed to creating more than 660,000 job opportunities, in addition to providing its services and solutions to more than 50 million users.

Entrepreneurs and startups interested in joining the thirteenth edition of the program can apply by filling out the registration form available on the inspireU website.

For more information, please visit the stc Bahrain website.

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