Basata Financial Holding and Edge Holding Announce Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Financial Inclusion in Egypt

Cairo, October 30th, 2025:

Basata Financial Holding and Edge Holding for Investments are proud to announce a new strategic partnership in Basata Microfinance, one of Egypt’s leading players in the microfinance sector. Under the terms of the agreement, Edge Holding will acquire, through a capital increase, a 30% equity stake in Basata Microfinance and assume management responsibilities to support the company’s expansion and operational scaling.


Financial Inclusion

This partnership marks a significant milestone in both companies’ shared commitment to promoting financial inclusion and delivering innovative financial solutions to underserved individuals and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Egypt. Together, Basata Financial Holding and Edge Holding will collaborate to:

  • Expanding Basata Microfinance’s reach across Egypt

  • Enhance operations and governance

  • Expand product offerings and integrate digital financial services

  • Creating synergies with sister companies like Basata Pay, streamlining payments and customer experience, enabling and unlocking new cross-platform financial solutions

  • Serve communities more effectively with tailored financial tools


Leadership Remarks

Aladdin Saba, Chairman of Basata Financial Holding, commented:
“This partnership with Edge Holding reflects our shared commitment to expanding financial access and empowering Egypt’s micro-entrepreneurs. By combining Basata’s deep market experience with Edge’s strategic capabilities, we are well-positioned to accelerate inclusive growth, foster innovation, and contribute meaningfully to Egypt’s economic development.”

Amir Kirrolos, CEO of Edge Holding for Investments, commented:
“We look forward to working closely with Basata to scale its reach and impact. This investment is a natural extension of our mission to build a robust and inclusive financial ecosystem.”