ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s startup ecosystem took center stage at NIC Connect 2024, where the National Incubation Centre (NIC) showcased the innovative solutions being developed by local startups to address pressing regional issues and compete on the global stage.
As a leading incubator, NIC Islamabad is dedicated to nurturing entrepreneurship and technological advancement in Pakistan. Through its programs, it supports startups in achieving greater impact, sustaining their growth, and excelling both locally and internationally.
At NIC Connect 2024, a media day event, the center highlighted the country’s flourishing startup scene. Attendees, including media, community members, and tech enthusiasts, were introduced to groundbreaking solutions from 24 pioneering startups. These entrepreneurs are tackling challenges across various sectors, including sustainability, agriculture, artificial intelligence, and healthcare, underscoring the transformative potential of Pakistan’s startup landscape.
Presenters shared game-changing concepts that are helping Pakistan meet its own challenges while also setting new standards for international competition. The following are examples of notable startups that wowed viewers:
EV Square: It is a green mobility solution provider that is working to improve electric car technology in Pakistan.
Truly Pakistan: The most cutting-edge travel and hospitality software is changing the face of Pakistan’s tourism business.
FitHer: With a focus on community-based exercise, FitHer is at the forefront of women’s wellness.
EMR Chains: Using blockchain technology to improve hospital administration.
NajoomiExperia: Utilising AI analytics to optimize call center operations for improved efficiency:
Startups like these are the wave of the future in Pakistan’s entrepreneurial landscape; they’re providing answers to regional issues while also posing global challenges.
“Today’s Media Day was a celebration of the innovative spirit and resilience of Pakistani entrepreneurs. These startups are proof that local talent has the power to build solutions for the future, ones that can compete on a global level while creating meaningful change at home.” the NIC spokeswoman said.
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