500 Global

Founded in 2010, 500 Global is a global venture capital firm with over $2 billion in assets under management. It invests in early-stage technology companies across 80+ countries, focusing on markets where technology and innovation can generate long-term value. With over 190 members based in more than 25 countries, the firm provides funding, mentorship, and connections to startups worldwide.

Clayton Bryan

Partner

Alba Zurriaga Carda

Global Head of Innovation Strategy

Tim Chae

Managing Partner

Shawn Chu

Principal

Itali Pedroni Collini

Director 500 Startups Brazil

Nicholas Davison

Director

Amal Dokhan

General Partner

Amal Enan

Partner

Atika French

Senior Associate

Vishal Harnal

Managing Partner

Laila Hassan

Venture Partner

Adrian Latortue

Investor

Moo Natavudh Pungcharoenpong

Venture Partner

Krating Poonpol

Partner

Mameaw Sapprasert

Partner

Peter Shin

Lead Manager

Sanjay Singhal

Partner

Pat Naranpat Thitipattakul

Investor

Christine Tsai

Founding Partner and CEO

Pedro Vieira

Partner

Tony Wang

Managing Partner

Bedy Yang

Managing Partner

Arief bin Johan Alimin

Associate

Guhyeonmo Simsa

Executive

Past deals in Egypt

Rabbit

Venture Round in 2024
Rabbit is a micro-mobility company specializing in short-distance transportation using electric vehicles. It offers standing electric scooters and electric bikes, featuring QR code unlocking, kickstands, and accelerator controls.

Noon Academy

Venture Round in 2022
Noon Academy is a prominent edtech company based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with additional offices in Cairo, Egypt, and Bengaluru, India. Established in 2013, it operates an online learning platform that has served over 12 million students across the Middle East. The platform facilitates collaborative learning by allowing students to study in groups, compete with peers, and access on-demand tutoring. It offers a range of educational content, including free resources and subscription-based services for advanced materials and private tutoring. Noon Academy aims to enhance the learning experience by blending technology with peer-to-peer interactions, making education more engaging and accessible, especially for exam preparation. The company is committed to connecting students with the best teachers, regardless of location, thus expanding its impact in the region and beyond.

Rabbit

Venture Round in 2022
Rabbit is a micro-mobility company specializing in short-distance transportation using electric vehicles. It offers standing electric scooters and electric bikes, featuring QR code unlocking, kickstands, and accelerator controls.

Elmetr inc. (500 startups portfolio company)

Venture Round in 2021
Elmetr Inc. operates an online legal platform aimed at connecting users in Egypt and the Middle East with suitable lawyers for various legal needs, including family law, commercial law, criminal law, and administrative judiciary matters. By providing a comprehensive lead-generation hub for legal professionals, Elmetr enhances transparency in legal case handling and facilitates improved client reviews. The platform features detailed lawyer profiles, enabling better specialization and sub-specialization within the legal field. Additionally, it streamlines case management, billing, and client interactions, ultimately increasing the reach of law offices and elevating the quality of legal services available to clients.

Elmetr inc. (500 startups portfolio company)

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Elmetr Inc. operates an online legal platform aimed at connecting users in Egypt and the Middle East with suitable lawyers for various legal needs, including family law, commercial law, criminal law, and administrative judiciary matters. By providing a comprehensive lead-generation hub for legal professionals, Elmetr enhances transparency in legal case handling and facilitates improved client reviews. The platform features detailed lawyer profiles, enabling better specialization and sub-specialization within the legal field. Additionally, it streamlines case management, billing, and client interactions, ultimately increasing the reach of law offices and elevating the quality of legal services available to clients.

La Reina

Seed Round in 2020
La Reina is an online fashion rental platform based in Heliopolis, Cairo, Egypt, specializing in the rental of designer wedding and evening dresses, along with accessories. Founded in 2016, the company enables women to rent their bridal gowns and evening attire from one another, providing a diverse selection of designer pieces in various sizes. By facilitating an accessible marketplace for fashion, La Reina caters to those seeking affordable options for special occasions while promoting sustainable practices in the fashion industry.

Taskty.com

Seed Round in 2020
Taskty.com is an online marketplace based in Egypt that connects users with individuals and service agencies to fulfill various short-term tasks for both home and business. Founded in 2012, the platform offers a diverse range of services, including translation, copywriting, graphic design, event photography, house maintenance, and private nursing. Additionally, Taskty provides access to a variety of household services, such as housekeeping, pest control, plumbing, carpentry, and electrical work, allowing customers to select providers based on their specific needs and budget.

Chefaa

Series A in 2020
Founded in 2017, Chefaa is a Cairo-based company that develops a smart medicine system application. It connects users with local pharmacies for online medication orders and provides medication reminders.

Source Beauty

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Source Beauty LLC is an e-commerce marketplace based in Cairo, Egypt, specializing in a wide array of beauty products. Since its inception in 2016, the company has focused on curating and offering skincare, makeup, fragrances, hair, and bath and body products, as well as health supplements and home fragrances. In addition to its extensive product range, Source Beauty also provides beauty subscription boxes and fashion blogging services on its platform. Initially starting as a blog, the platform aims to simplify the beauty shopping experience for Egyptian women by offering informed insights and product selections that help them make confident beauty choices.

Pravica

Seed Round in 2020
Pravica is a blockchain infrastructure company focused on privacy and financial technology. It develops platforms and tools that enable secure, private communication and decentralized data control, including encrypted messaging and private file attachment capabilities, as well as payment infrastructure for cryptocurrency transactions. The company aims to bridge traditional finance with decentralized systems by supporting tokenized money through platforms such as S3.Money and Walletify, enabling stablecoin issuance, management, and real-world transactions for issuers, distributors, and end users. It also provides consulting services to facilitate secure, efficient, and innovative blockchain-based transactions for enterprises, emphasizing speed, reliability, and confidentiality in both internal and external communications.

Argineering

Seed Round in 2020
Argineering is a design-tech company based in Giza, Egypt, founded in 2016. It specializes in manufacturing electronic equipment that transforms static displays and designs into interactive environments through its flagship product, RGKit. This design tool facilitates customer interaction in cultural venues such as museums, showrooms, stores, and events by enabling the creation of customized physical designs. The company also provides RGKit modules and accessories, including a rotator, light display, and control unit, which enhance the movement and versatility of the displays. Additionally, Argineering has developed the RGKit app, allowing users to control the modules and accessories conveniently. Its innovative solutions have been utilized by prominent brands and retailers to craft engaging and interactive experiences.

Homzmart

Seed Round in 2020
Homzmart Ltd. is an e-commerce platform based in Cairo, Egypt, that specializes in selling home furniture, décor, lighting, and various home supplies. Founded in 2019, the company facilitates connections between homeowners and home professionals, allowing users to browse an extensive selection of products while accessing reviews, expert advice, and articles on home improvement. Homzmart aims to create a community-driven environment that enhances the shopping experience for home-related needs, offering a diverse range of quality products at competitive prices. Through its platform, the company seeks to simplify the process of home furnishing and improvement for its customers.

DentaCarts

Seed Round in 2019
DentaCarts is an online dental marketplace founded in 2017 and based in Nasr City, Egypt. The company connects dentists with a wide range of vendors across Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Germany, offering over 30,000 products in categories such as restorative, endodontics, prosthetics, implant, orthodontics, and dental lab services. DentaCarts aims to modernize the dental supply chain through its digital platform, which facilitates the ordering process and automates inventory management using cloud and IoT technologies. With a network of over 150 agents and product suppliers, the company has served more than 3,000 dental businesses in its first four years. DentaCarts seeks to lead the dental supply commerce in the Middle East and Africa by leveraging innovative e-commerce solutions to improve efficiency and accessibility for dental professionals.

Homzmart

Seed Round in 2019
Homzmart Ltd. is an e-commerce platform based in Cairo, Egypt, that specializes in selling home furniture, décor, lighting, and various home supplies. Founded in 2019, the company facilitates connections between homeowners and home professionals, allowing users to browse an extensive selection of products while accessing reviews, expert advice, and articles on home improvement. Homzmart aims to create a community-driven environment that enhances the shopping experience for home-related needs, offering a diverse range of quality products at competitive prices. Through its platform, the company seeks to simplify the process of home furnishing and improvement for its customers.

Ordera

Seed Round in 2019
Ordera is a mobile application based in Cairo, Egypt, that enhances the takeaway experience in the food and beverage industry. Founded in 2017, the app allows users to order and pay for their coffee and breakfast in advance, enabling quick pick-up either from the store or directly from their cars, similar to a virtual drive-thru. This streamlined process significantly reduces waiting times, allowing customers to complete their transactions in under 30 seconds. Additionally, Ordera features a built-in loyalty program, rewarding users with free items from their preferred venues as they engage with the app. The platform also benefits venue owners by increasing sales, providing insights into customer behavior, and fostering customer loyalty.

El-Mawkaa

Seed Round in 2019
El-Mawkaa LLC is a Giza, Egypt-based company that operates a mobile application designed to streamline the procurement process for construction companies by connecting them with suppliers of building materials. The platform offers a wide range of products, including ready-mix concrete, cement, steel, and bricks, allowing users to obtain competitive quotations from various suppliers. Additionally, El-Mawkaa provides features such as online bidding, delivery services, and real-time updates on material prices, facilitating convenient access to essential resources for stakeholders in the construction industry. Through its intelligent marketplace, El-Mawkaa aims to enhance efficiency and transparency in the procurement of construction materials.

TechieMatter

Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2019, TechieMatter is a recruitment platform based in Cairo, Egypt. It connects employers with vetted tech talents through its proprietary system and network of verifiers.

StyleNow

Seed Round in 2019
StyleNow is an Egyptian-based beauty services company established in 2018. It operates a mobile application that facilitates on-demand reservations for various beauty treatments such as hair care, nail art, makeup, and waxing. The platform connects clients with professional beauticians, offering personalized services directly to users' locations.

Tripdizer

Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2017, Tripdizer is an online travel services provider based in Cairo, Egypt. Its platform enables users to plan and book customized trips, including flights, accommodations, and activities, tailored to their budget and preferences.

TechieMatter

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2019, TechieMatter is a recruitment platform based in Cairo, Egypt. It connects employers with vetted tech talents through its proprietary system and network of verifiers.

MaxAB

Seed Round in 2019
MaxAB is a B2B e-commerce platform based in Cairo, Egypt, founded in 2018, that connects food and grocery retailers with suppliers in underserved areas. The company focuses on re-engineering the informal grocery and food market by utilizing innovative technologies and supply chain solutions tailored to the specific needs of retailers. MaxAB's mobile platform facilitates an e-marketplace and provides logistics services for efficient distribution of goods. By streamlining procurement and grocery delivery processes, MaxAB aims to empower retailers with access to a diverse range of products, premium service, and operational support, ultimately enhancing their ability to manage their businesses effectively.

NowPay

Pre Seed Round in 2019
NowPay is a fintech company that develops and operates a platform to improve the financial wellness of corporate employees. The platform enables salary access and early wage payments, allowing employees to receive a portion of their earned wages at any time during the month, with repayment over multiple months via a mobile app. It also includes personal finance management tools for budgeting, saving, spending and borrowing, and provides salary balances and the maximum eligible loan amount. The company partners with employers to deliver these services, aiming to enhance employee happiness, productivity and loyalty. NowPay is based in Cairo, Egypt.

Mogassam

Seed Round in 2019
Mogassam Co. LLC is a Cairo-based manufacturer specializing in 3D printers for dental applications. Established in 2015, it is recognized as the first Egyptian company to design, manufacture, and market digital light processing (DLP) 3D printers. Mogassam's product lineup includes the Dent2 printer, which facilitates the creation of complex dental designs, and the DentCure, a UV LED device that enhances the mechanical, physical, and dimensional properties of 3D printed parts. The company's offerings cater to various dental needs, including models, temporary crowns and bridges, digital wax, surgical guides, and clear aligners. By providing advanced printing solutions, Mogassam aims to streamline and enhance the digital dental workflow for dental labs and clinics.

Chefaa

Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2017, Chefaa is a Cairo-based company that develops a smart medicine system application. It connects users with local pharmacies for online medication orders and provides medication reminders.

GoodsMart

Venture Round in 2019
GoodsMart is a mobile application developed to facilitate the online shopping of groceries and household products. Founded in 2013 and based in Cairo, Egypt, the company aggregates local grocery stores within its platform, allowing users to purchase a range of items including groceries, personal care, and home care products. GoodsMart offers a premium shopping experience with next-day delivery, enabling consumers to enjoy fresh products delivered directly to their homes. By streamlining the grocery shopping process, GoodsMart helps users save both time and money, making daily errands more manageable.

Eksab

Seed Round in 2019
Eksab operates an online daily fantasy sports platform that lets players draft and test predictions on live football matches, accumulate points based on accuracy, and win prizes. The service targets the Middle East and Africa while supporting predictions from around the world and allowing users to challenge friends with mobile fantasy, prediction, and trivia experiences. Founded in 2017 and based in Cairo, Egypt, Eksab focuses on accessible, user-friendly sports entertainment.

MaxAB

Seed Round in 2019
MaxAB is a B2B e-commerce platform based in Cairo, Egypt, founded in 2018, that connects food and grocery retailers with suppliers in underserved areas. The company focuses on re-engineering the informal grocery and food market by utilizing innovative technologies and supply chain solutions tailored to the specific needs of retailers. MaxAB's mobile platform facilitates an e-marketplace and provides logistics services for efficient distribution of goods. By streamlining procurement and grocery delivery processes, MaxAB aims to empower retailers with access to a diverse range of products, premium service, and operational support, ultimately enhancing their ability to manage their businesses effectively.

Buseet

Funding Round in 2019
Buseet Corporation is a shared mobility startup based in Cairo, Egypt, that specializes in developing an online platform for booking bus rides. Founded in 2016, the platform allows users to easily select their pickup and drop-off points, pay with a credit card, and access information about their driver and bus. Buseet focuses on improving the daily commute for families by offering a one-step booking service that utilizes saved locations and provides options for nearby stations. The platform also features fixed routes and times for air-conditioned buses, along with personalized customer support, enabling users to efficiently plan their daily transportation needs.

Argineering

Grant in 2018
Argineering is a design-tech company based in Giza, Egypt, founded in 2016. It specializes in manufacturing electronic equipment that transforms static displays and designs into interactive environments through its flagship product, RGKit. This design tool facilitates customer interaction in cultural venues such as museums, showrooms, stores, and events by enabling the creation of customized physical designs. The company also provides RGKit modules and accessories, including a rotator, light display, and control unit, which enhance the movement and versatility of the displays. Additionally, Argineering has developed the RGKit app, allowing users to control the modules and accessories conveniently. Its innovative solutions have been utilized by prominent brands and retailers to craft engaging and interactive experiences.

Buseet

Seed Round in 2018
Buseet Corporation is a shared mobility startup based in Cairo, Egypt, that specializes in developing an online platform for booking bus rides. Founded in 2016, the platform allows users to easily select their pickup and drop-off points, pay with a credit card, and access information about their driver and bus. Buseet focuses on improving the daily commute for families by offering a one-step booking service that utilizes saved locations and provides options for nearby stations. The platform also features fixed routes and times for air-conditioned buses, along with personalized customer support, enabling users to efficiently plan their daily transportation needs.

La Reina

Seed Round in 2018
La Reina is an online fashion rental platform based in Heliopolis, Cairo, Egypt, specializing in the rental of designer wedding and evening dresses, along with accessories. Founded in 2016, the company enables women to rent their bridal gowns and evening attire from one another, providing a diverse selection of designer pieces in various sizes. By facilitating an accessible marketplace for fashion, La Reina caters to those seeking affordable options for special occasions while promoting sustainable practices in the fashion industry.

Wuzzuf

Series B in 2018
Founded in 2009, Wuzzuf is a leading online recruitment platform based in Cairo, Egypt. It connects job seekers with employers across various sectors such as accounting/finance, engineering, sales, marketing, and human resources. The platform facilitates job searches for candidates and job advertisements for employers, utilizing advanced algorithms to match talent with opportunities.

Tripdizer

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Founded in 2017, Tripdizer is an online travel services provider based in Cairo, Egypt. Its platform enables users to plan and book customized trips, including flights, accommodations, and activities, tailored to their budget and preferences.

Shezlong

Convertible Note in 2018
Shezlong is an online mental health platform based in Cairo, Egypt, established in 2014. It is recognized as the first and largest online psychotherapy service targeting Arabic-speaking individuals, primarily in the MENA region but also serving clients in over 85 countries worldwide. The platform connects users with licensed therapists through video sessions, ensuring privacy and convenience. Shezlong offers a comprehensive range of services, including access to informative blogs, psychometric assessments, and personalized therapist recommendations, all designed to support users in their mental wellness journey. With a network of over 350 therapists, Shezlong aims to empower both clients and mental health professionals, making professional counseling accessible and integrated into users' daily lives.

Elkrem

Seed Round in 2018
Elkrem, Inc. is a company that specializes in the development of software and hardware tools designed to connect makers to blockchain and decentralized technologies. Founded in 2018 and based in Cairo, Egypt, Elkrem enables developers to create Internet of Things (IoT) products that are blockchain-connected. Its offerings allow individuals with minimal technical expertise to build products that accept cryptocurrencies and interact with various blockchain and decentralized protocols, including Bitcoin and Ethereum. The company aims to facilitate the integration of blockchain technology into everyday products, thereby expanding accessibility and usability in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Taskty.com

Convertible Note in 2017
Taskty.com is an online marketplace based in Egypt that connects users with individuals and service agencies to fulfill various short-term tasks for both home and business. Founded in 2012, the platform offers a diverse range of services, including translation, copywriting, graphic design, event photography, house maintenance, and private nursing. Additionally, Taskty provides access to a variety of household services, such as housekeeping, pest control, plumbing, carpentry, and electrical work, allowing customers to select providers based on their specific needs and budget.

BasharSoft

Series A in 2015
BasharSoft LLC is a technology startup based in Cairo, Egypt, specializing in the development of web-based recruitment software solutions. Founded in 2009, the company is best known for WUZZUF, the leading online job board in Egypt that connects job seekers with employers, ranging from small startups to multinational corporations. In addition to WUZZUF, BasharSoft offers WiseRec, an online recruitment tool tailored for small and medium enterprises, as well as a talent management system that allows for the creation of custom job boards for specific industries and niches. The company is dedicated to enhancing the recruitment process through innovative technology solutions.

Wuzzuf

Series A in 2015
Founded in 2009, Wuzzuf is a leading online recruitment platform based in Cairo, Egypt. It connects job seekers with employers across various sectors such as accounting/finance, engineering, sales, marketing, and human resources. The platform facilitates job searches for candidates and job advertisements for employers, utilizing advanced algorithms to match talent with opportunities.

ElWafeyat

Seed Round in 2014
ElWafeyat is an online platform based in Cairo, Egypt, that specializes in creating, sharing, and reading obituaries and memorial pages for deceased individuals. The platform allows users to engage by commenting, sharing memories, and sending condolences, fostering a sense of community during times of loss. In addition to its online services, ElWafeyat also provides offline funeral services, catering to the needs of families in their time of grief.

Wuzzuf

Seed Round in 2013
Founded in 2009, Wuzzuf is a leading online recruitment platform based in Cairo, Egypt. It connects job seekers with employers across various sectors such as accounting/finance, engineering, sales, marketing, and human resources. The platform facilitates job searches for candidates and job advertisements for employers, utilizing advanced algorithms to match talent with opportunities.
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