eFinance participated for the fourth consecutive year as the official technology partner of the CAISEC’25 Cybersecurity Conference and Exhibition, held in Cairo on May 25–26, 2025. The event took place under the patronage of H.E. Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, with support from nine Egyptian ministries and several specialized cybersecurity councils across the Middle East.As part of CAISEC’25, eFinance Investment Group Chairman & CEO Ibrahim Sarhan delivered the opening keynote, and the group contributed its expertise across three panel sessions. The company also hosted attendees at its dedicated booth within the cybersecurity exhibition running parallel to the conference.Key speakers from eFinance included:Eng. Yehia El-Gohary, Information Security Deputy Director, who discussed national cybersecurity strategies and how government bodies counter cyber threats.Eng. Gamal Thabet, Information Security Architect, who spoke on defending critical infrastructure against Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs).Eng. Omar Elwy, Head of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), who explored autonomous AI security in cybersecurity operations.Cybersecurity remains a top investment priority for eFinance, as the company serves as a strategic partner to numerous government ministries and agencies, helping to safeguard Egypt’s digital infrastructure and data systems.Beyond technology investments, eFinance is committed to developing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals by training students at institutions like Nile University and technical institutes, ensuring future leaders are equipped to handle evolving threats.Chairman Ibrahim Sarhan expressed pride in eFinance’s continued partnership with CAISEC, emphasizing that this collaboration is part of a broader strategy to support and grow Egypt’s digital society. He stressed the importance of enhancing cybersecurity capabilities across all institutions, highlighting eFinance’s role as a national leader in fintech and digital transformation.As part of the event, eFinance signed a cybersecurity cooperation agreement with Human Intelligence, represented by Eng. Yehia El-Gohary from eFinance and Ms. Asmaa Hosny, CEO of Human Intelligence.

In celebration of the 10-year anniversary of the "Takaful & Karama" program, Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly honored Mr. Ibrahim Sarhan, Chairman and CEO of eFinance Investment Group, in recognition of the Group’s contributions to the development and implementation of one of Egypt’s most significant social protection programs.The Prime Minister commended EFIG for its pivotal role in establishing the program’s digital infrastructure, which has enhanced the efficiency of cash aid distribution and ensured that financial support reaches eligible beneficiaries. Over the past decade, the company has been instrumental in building the technological foundation, issuing and personalizing Takaful & Karama Meeza cards, facilitating periodic conditional cash transfers, and providing comprehensive technical support for the program. Additionally, EFIG has played a key role in supporting the program by training social pioneers, further reinforcing the sustainability and effectiveness of the initiative and enhancing the program’s outreach.Expressing his gratitude, Mr. Ibrahim Sarhan emphasized that the success of Takaful & Karama is a testament to the fruitful collaboration between the government and private sector. He reaffirmed EFIG’s commitment to continuing its support for social programs through innovative technological solutions, underscoring the critical role of digital transformation in achieving sustainable development and improving public services.This recognition highlights the importance of public-private partnerships in advancing social protection initiatives and reflects the government’s appreciation for the contributions of national enterprises in driving inclusive development. 

Dr. Maya Morsy, Minister of Social Solidarity; Counselor Amal Ammar, Chairperson of the National Council for Women; and Mr. Ibrahim Sarhan, Chairman and CEO of eFinance Investment Group, attended the signing of a cooperation protocol between the Ministry of Social Solidarity, the National Council for Women, Nasser Social Bank, and eFinance Investment Group. This protocol aims to provide economic empowerment services to families in need as part of the strategic financial system for economic empowerment.The protocol was signed by key figures, including Mr. Raafat Shafik, Assistant Minister for Social Protection and Economic Empowerment; Ms. Iman Khalifa, Secretary General of the National Council for Women; Mr. Osama El-Sayed, Vice Chairman of Nasser Social Bank; and Engineer Hossam El-Goly, CEO of eFinance.Minister Morsy emphasized that the protocol would benefit nearly 4 million women, aiming to shift them from dependency to empowerment. She highlighted the success of the "Tawheesha" digital savings and lending program, which financially integrates rural women into the official banking system and promotes financial literacy and digital inclusion.Counselor Amal Ammar praised the protocol as a major step in empowering women and integrating beneficiaries of "Takaful and Karama" programs into "Tawheesha." The program has received international recognition, including from the UN’s Commission on the Status of Women. She expressed gratitude to Minister Morsy for the collaboration.Mr. Ibrahim Sarhan of EFIG noted that the protocol aligns with the Prime Minister’s directives to leverage state infrastructure for economic empowerment, particularly targeting vulnerable families and social protection beneficiaries. He emphasized that eFinance has been a key partner in implementing these systems in Egypt, following regulatory guidelines from relevant authorities like the Central Bank of Egypt.