Global Entrepreneur Programme (GEP) Startup Bootcamp – UK Embassy Delegation Visit

About the event

Following the success of London Tech Week 2026, the Tuniso-British Chamber of Commerce (TBCC) is pleased to highlight an exclusive upcoming engagement organized in collaboration with the British Embassy in Tunisia.

On September 17, 2026, a high-level UK delegation will visit Tunis as part of a wider North Africa programme to engage directly with the Tunisian innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystem.

This high-impact Startup Bootcamp Session brings together ambitious Tunisian startups, scale-ups, and ecosystem leaders looking to explore international growth, strategic partnerships, and expansion opportunities into the UK market.

The Global Entrepreneur Programme (GEP) is the UK government’s flagship, highly selective programme for ambitious international scaleups looking to establish a UK headquarters or R&D presence, using the UK as a launchpad for global expansion.

The GEP combines dealmaker-led strategic mentorship with dedicated support from the GEP team, who guide entrepreneurs through onboarding, visa processes, and UK market integration — providing founders with expert insight, tailored opportunities, and practical support to successfully enter and grow in the UK market.

Thursday, September 17, 2026

HMA Residence, Tunis

Organizers

British Embassy Tunis in collaboration with the Tuniso-British Chamber of Commerce (TBCC)

Meet the UK Delegation

Participants will have the unique opportunity to interact with prominent leaders driving UK-Africa business and venture growth:

Hannah Williams

Director for Investment

Anthony William Catt

Ventures54

Eamon Tuhami

GEP Deal Maker for Africa (Global Entrepreneur Programme)

Why Attend?

Participants will have the unique opportunity to interact with prominent leaders driving UK-Africa business and venture growth:

Direct Access to GEP Experts

Receive direct insights and guidance on scaling your business in the UK from official Global Entrepreneur Programme (GEP) Deal Makers.

UK Expansion & Investment

Explore dedicated pathways, market entry strategies, and investment mechanisms tailored for high-potential tech founders.

High-Level Networking

Connect with London Tech Week alumni, fellow scale-up founders, and key ecosystem stakeholders.

Registration & Participation

Participation is open to high-potential Tunisian founders, startups, and scale-ups with an interest in engaging with or expanding into the UK market.

Places are limited. Interested companies are invited to complete the official registration form prior to the event.

As places are limited, all applications will be reviewed and selected companies will receive a confirmation email.
Priority will be given to companies that meet the following criteria:

Location
• not currently based in the UK and are looking to establish an international HQ, subsidiary, or R&D centre in the UK
Growing revenue
• already generating revenues
• high growth potential – over 20% growth (over 3 years) or meet the OECD high-growth definition
• successful equity raise
• highly innovative with registered IP
Expanding headcount
• evidence of strong organisational growth and scaling capacity
• founder/co-founder to relocate – or senior strategic role created in the UK