Ras Al Khaimah · Al Rams

A 24 week accelerator for entrepreneurs in Al Rams

Practical support for local entrepreneurs, whether you are starting from an idea or already trading, to find customers, price properly and build something that lasts beyond the programme.

Applications open
28 September 2026
Applications close
30 October 2026
Programme starts
16 November 2026
Duration
24 weeks

A joint initiative by

The programme

Built around local communities

The Nwat Al Qura programme will be delivered across multiple locations, beginning in Al Rams. It supports people who are already running a business within their community, as well as those with an idea they are ready to develop.

The programme takes a practical, hands-on approach. From the first weeks, participants apply what they learn to their own business or idea, test it with real customers, and build a clearer understanding of what works.

Support is tailored to each participant's starting point. Someone developing a new idea, a home baker already selling within the community, and an established workshop exploring a new source of revenue all follow the same 24-week programme, with guidance adapted to their individual business needs.

How the 24-week programme works

Programme length
24 weeks
One-to-one mentoring
Weekly
Sectors
All
Location
Al Rams
Mode of delivery
In person
Session timing
Evenings, on weekdays

What participants receive

Practical workshops

Business fundamentals, costing, finance, marketing, sales and growth, applied directly to each participant's own business, plans and performance.

One-to-one mentoring

A dedicated weekly session focused on each participant's business challenges, priorities and next steps.

Market testing

Structured support to test pricing, products and sales channels with customers before making a significant investment.

Business connections

Opportunities to connect with relevant experts, suppliers, partners and potential customers within and beyond the community.

Eligibility

Two starting points. One cohort.

Starting a business

You have an idea, a skill, or something you already sell informally and want to develop into a more sustainable business. The programme helps you test your concept, build the foundations of your business and work towards reaching paying customers.

What the programme covers for new businesses

Growing an existing business

You are already trading and want to reach more customers, improve margins or explore new sales channels. The programme builds on your existing business performance to strengthen pricing, operations and routes to market.

What the programme covers for existing businesses

Applications for the first cohort

Places are limited to 8 to 12 projects. Registration closes on 30 October 2026.