Womena

Womena is a venture capital firm founded in 2013 and based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It focuses on supporting female-led startups, particularly in the technology sector, through its flagship accelerator program, Womentum. This experience-based accelerator aims to increase the pipeline of women entrepreneurs in the Middle East, and its impact is documented in a related docu-series. Womena also produces creative content highlighting female founders, creatives, and changemakers, positioning itself as a leading ecosystem enabler for diversity and inclusion in the region. Additionally, Womena hosts the Womena Bossladies network, which has become one of the largest communities of female entrepreneurs and investors in the Middle East. Through these initiatives, Womena facilitates angel investments and educational workshops, striving for greater representation of women in business and investment within a diverse and robust ecosystem. Since its inception, Womena has facilitated significant funding into various companies, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing the entrepreneurial landscape for women.

Elissa freiha

Co-Founder

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Chefaa

Series A in 2020
Chefaa is a Cairo-based company founded in 2017 that operates a smart medicine application designed to streamline the process of ordering medications from local pharmacies. This GPS-enabled platform not only allows users to order medicine online but also provides features such as medication reminders, enhancing patient adherence to treatment plans. By leveraging artificial intelligence and a data-driven approach, Chefaa aims to improve the management of chronic illnesses while facilitating better accessibility and affordability for patients. The company focuses on connecting patients with pharmacies across Egypt, ensuring a comprehensive and patient-centric approach to pharmacy needs, thereby minimizing waiting times and effort involved in obtaining medications.

Furnwish

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Furnwish is an augmented reality application based in Cairo, Egypt, that provides online interior design services to homeowners. Founded in 2017, the platform enables users to discover and visualize furniture through immersive AR experiences. Furnwish assists customers by offering a personal ordering team to facilitate the procurement of furniture and layouts from various showrooms. The company's technology not only enhances the shopping experience for homeowners but also empowers retailers and design professionals by allowing them to effectively showcase their products and services. This innovative approach helps reduce returns and refunds while maximizing showroom space to display a wider range of inventory options.

Mathaqi

Seed Round in 2018
Mathaqi is an online food delivery platform that specializes in offering home-cooked meals prepared by skilled chefs. The platform provides customers with a variety of homemade dishes, ensuring that they have access to quality cuisine delivered promptly. By connecting consumers with talented home chefs, Mathaqi aims to enhance the dining experience through the convenience of digital ordering while promoting the art of home cooking.

OfficeRock

Venture Round in 2017
Online e-commerce store specifically built to service small and medium businesses in the United Arab Emirates. The company aims to offer end to end business supply solutions from office supplies, paper, toners, technology, pantry, cleaning and uniforms.

WARM (World Airplay Radio Monitor)

Seed Round in 2017
WARM (World Airplay Radio Monitor) is a new digital service that allows you to track and monitor music played on the radio all around the world and in real-time. WARM has the purpose of giving true transparency to artists/bands, DJs, managers, record labels, PR agencies and promoters by monitoring an impressive collection of +23.000 radio stations in more than 130 countries. As of today, the website and app provides several features including: accurate real time data, detailed downloadable reports, clear geographical maps displaying gathered info on radio airplays. The new award-winning tool brings the promise of democratizing the way data on radio plays has been handled so far, and it has already had massive attention including feature articles on MusicAlly and Forbes. Free trial: https://warmmusic.net/

Bayzat

Series A in 2016
Bayzat LLC operates an online platform in the United Arab Emirates that allows users to compare and purchase health insurance policies. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Dubai, the company also provides a suite of services including Bayzat Benefits, which enables users to track their insurance policies, view benefits and exclusions, and access information about covered networks and nearby hospitals. In addition to health insurance, Bayzat offers car insurance services and human resource software solutions that help businesses manage employee records, track time off, and administer health benefits. By streamlining the insurance and payroll processes, Bayzat aims to enhance the overall employee experience for over 80,000 individuals, particularly focusing on small and medium-sized enterprises.

Souqalmal

Convertible Note in 2016
Souqalmal.com LLC FZ operates a leading financial comparison website in the Middle East, providing consumers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia with the tools to search and compare various financial products. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Dubai, the platform offers detailed information on credit cards, personal loans, car loans, bank accounts, mortgages, and various insurance options, including car, home, travel, and SME insurance. Users can obtain real-time quotes for insurance in under 60 seconds and have their policies issued within an hour. Souqalmal.com has also expanded its services to include mobile phone and broadband plans, as well as educational options like schools and nurseries. The company has received multiple awards for its innovative approach and has grown its insurance business significantly. With backing from notable investors and a proven track record, Souqalmal.com continues to empower consumers to make informed financial decisions.

Wrappup

Seed Round in 2016
Wrappup uses AI to auto-summarize your meetings, declaring war on pens everywhere! The platform uses a combination Speech Analysis, NLP, and Deep Learning models to identify important moments in discussion. Just invite lucy@wrappup.ai to your next call, and she’ll listen for keywords like “follow-up” or “next steps” to generate all the action items for you. Users can train the system with their own set of keyword triggers and vocabulary, making Lucy smarter and smarter as she grows!

OfficeRock

Seed Round in 2016
Online e-commerce store specifically built to service small and medium businesses in the United Arab Emirates. The company aims to offer end to end business supply solutions from office supplies, paper, toners, technology, pantry, cleaning and uniforms.

AlemHealth Technologies

Seed Round in 2015
AlemHealth specializes in telemedicine and digital health solutions tailored for frontier markets. The company develops a teleradiology platform that facilitates the storage, sharing, viewing, and reporting of medical imaging studies. Utilizing advanced technology, including artificial intelligence algorithms and secure cloud-based storage, AlemHealth's software enhances the management and reporting of studies from various healthcare facilities while ensuring HIPAA-compliant security. This innovative approach allows physicians to collaborate across borders and specialties, ultimately improving patient care and diagnostic quality. AlemHealth's mission is to provide accessible, high-quality healthcare for patients at affordable prices.

Melltoo

Seed Round in 2015
Melltoo is a mobile marketplace designed for the buying and selling of secondhand goods, available on both iPhones and Android devices as well as through a mobile-responsive web app. The platform facilitates transactions for a wide range of items, including electronics, fashion, home appliances, and children's products. By connecting local buyers with sellers, Melltoo promotes the trading of used items while offering a money-back guarantee on every transaction, ensuring a secure and reliable experience for users.
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