Startup of the Week: Hekouky – Empowering the Masses With Legal Knowledge in Egypt

Startup of the Week: Hekouky – Empowering the Masses With Legal Knowledge in Egypt

There’s an Arabic proverb that says: “The law doesn’t protect the fools”, and it’s fair to say that the majority of the masses are ignorants when it comes to the laws, rules and their own rights. Therefore, Mayy Abdel Bary and Hala Riad decided to change this narrative in Egypt and make the law accessible to everyone through their flourishing startup; Hekouky (which means “my rights” in Arabic).  

Founded in 2020, Hekouky started as an online platform that aims to answer people’s legal questions by professional lawyers. The main purpose was not just to answer the questions, but to raise awareness among the public and empower them with the knowledge they need in order to proceed with their lives, whether it’s on a personal or professional level.

“It was very clear to me from a very young age that the law is a tool that either makes you the most vulnerable person to problems, or it empowers you.” Hala Riad, co-founder of Hekouky.