Changelabs

Changelabs, founded in 2018 and based in Cairo, Egypt, is an accelerator firm dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and innovation in the Middle East and North Africa. The organization collaborates with leading entities to create programs that empower students, youth, and communities to launch impactful businesses suited for the 21st century. Changelabs offers a range of support, including mentorship, educational resources, and investments, specifically targeting impact-driven startups. By providing early-stage seed capital and guidance, Changelabs aims to cultivate a vibrant ecosystem for startups in the region, enabling them to thrive and make a meaningful difference.

Karim Samra

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Tanda

Seed Round in 2021
Tanda is a financial solutions platform aimed at addressing the high financial exclusion prevalent in the Arab World, particularly among women and underserved populations. The company offers a digitized rotating savings and credit association (ROSCA) and is actively expanding its range of financial products to better serve this demographic. By focusing on the unique financial needs of these individuals, Tanda seeks to empower them to participate more fully in the economy and improve their financial health. Its software facilitates the formation of saving clubs tailored to various goals, such as paying tuition or settling debts, allowing users to collaboratively create money pools disbursed periodically. Additionally, the platform enables users to update personal information to enhance their credit scores, thereby promoting greater financial inclusion and access to formal banking services.

Cayyesh

Seed Round in 2021
Cayyesh is a digital marketing company that focuses on creating a cloud-based and API-driven platform designed to facilitate cashback rewards through online payments. The company specializes in ad technology, enabling businesses to enhance customer acquisition and retention by partnering with payment service providers. Through its innovative platform, Cayyesh aims to increase user engagement by offering automatic cashback rewards, thereby providing a valuable service to both consumers and businesses.

GoCash

Seed Round in 2021
GoCash is a fintech startup that enables every shop in the neighborhood to act as a ‘virtual ATM’ using just a smartphone or its POS system.

Quiq Claim

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Quiq Claim is a fintech company based in Amman, Jordan, that operates a peer-to-peer settlement and investment platform tailored for the medical insurance industry. The platform addresses the liquidity challenges faced by healthcare providers by connecting them with buyers of claims, thereby facilitating smoother transactions. Quiq Claim's services benefit a range of stakeholders, including healthcare providers, investors, and insurance companies, by providing a comprehensive overview of transactions while reducing logistical burdens and paperwork. This innovative approach aims to enhance efficiency within the medical insurance sector.

DareebaTech

Pre Seed Round in 2021
DareebaTech is a pioneering company based in Amman, Jordan, that specializes in developing an innovative online tax solution tailored for income taxpayers in the MENA region. Its smart interactive system allows users to electronically submit their tax returns and manage payments or exemptions without the need for in-person visits to tax department branches. This platform not only streamlines the tax filing process but also provides users with instant and accurate tax advice, empowering them to optimize their tax situations effectively. By simplifying tax compliance, DareebaTech enhances the overall efficiency and accessibility of tax management for individuals.

Changecom

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Changecom is a mobile-based online savings and investing platform founded in 2018 and based in Amman, Jordan. The company focuses on providing innovative financial solutions that empower individuals to manage their savings and investments effectively. By leveraging technology, Changecom aims to simplify the investment process and enhance accessibility to financial services for a broader audience.

Wallet ERP

Seed Round in 2021
Wallet ERP is a cloud-based enterprise resource planning tool that provide solution For SMEs.

Ivvest

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Ivvest is a start-up focused on creating innovative indoor farming solutions tailored for the MENA region. The company leverages advanced science and technology to develop cost-efficient, scalable, and easy-to-operate systems that transform spaces into smart indoor farms. By utilizing modular and data-driven farming techniques, Ivvest enables farmers to cultivate crops vertically, ensuring optimal growth conditions while minimizing the impact of unpredictable climate changes. Driven by a commitment to addressing new challenges and continuously improving their offerings, Ivvest aims to establish itself as a significant player in the Controlled-Environment Agriculture industry within the region.

Back Office For Businesses (BOB)

Pre Seed Round in 2020
build a mobile application,many big-name companies have already established their m-commerce services on App Store and Google Play.

Dayra

Venture Round in 2020
Dayra is the First Purposeful Sustainable Retail Platform that sells preowned high-quality clothing with a purposeful twist and very affordable prices.DAYRA is all about sustainable fashion and the very essence of what makes Dayra unique is its circular business model. Unlike the traditional fashion industry where leftover fabric scraps at the manufacturing stage and clothes that are purchased at a retail stage are discarded, one model of sustainable fashion is to buy and sell pre-owned “pre-loved” high-quality clothes and re-introduce them in the retail market for re-use. The main concept behind this model is waste minimization of discarded clothing and this leads to less pollution and providing accessible fashion with reasonable pricing.

DomDom

Pre Seed Round in 2020
DomDom, LLC is a New Cairo-based company that specializes in providing a software as a service (SaaS) graphic design platform specifically designed for non-designers. Founded in 2020, DomDom offers a user-friendly graphic editor featuring thousands of design assets, including vector art, icons, shapes, and fonts. The platform is notable for its extensive library of exclusive Arabic stock photos, catering to the unique needs of users in the MENA region. DomDom's offerings encompass a wide range of design requirements, including social media graphics, branding materials, book covers, and resumes, enabling users to produce high-quality graphic designs without requiring advanced design skills.

Square Corner

Seed Round in 2020
Square Corner is a unique agency focusing on culture enhancement through various remote, indoor, and outdoor activities. It takes part in analyzing companies' culture with the help of the HR department to enhance the workplace and plan strategies integrated activities to develop and maintain employees' engagement. Square Corner is a Platform focusing on culture enhancement by providing fun and engaging gamified virtual team building activities.

Hospitalia

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Hospitalia is a Cairo-based Egyptian startup established in 2019, specializing in facilitating home healthcare services via its user-friendly digital platform. The company connects users with skilled medical professionals for various services, including nursing care, physiotherapy sessions, radiology, and laboratory tests, all conveniently accessible within the comfort of one's own home. Hospitalia aims to streamline healthcare access by offering personalized care tailored to individual needs, reducing the need for travel and wait times typically associated with traditional healthcare settings.

Seavo

Seed Round in 2020
Seavo is a pioneering marine technology company dedicated to promoting sustainability and enhancing safety within the maritime sector. The company offers an array of innovative products and services, including fully electric watercraft such as e-jet watercraft, e-foils, and water scooters, designed for both recreational and professional use by individuals, resorts, and watersports operators. Seavo also provides solar-powered charging stations to support eco-friendly operations. Furthermore, Seavo leads in autonomous marine technology with its Seawatch USV, used for environmental monitoring, sampling, and search and rescue missions. The company's AI-powered Smart Rescue System integrates a smart wearable bracelet that predicts drowning incidents, dispatching marine drones for swift rescue. To optimize fleet management, Seavo offers a comprehensive cloud-based platform for real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and data analytics, benefiting marine operators across various applications. Seavo's franchise model facilitates global expansion by offering partners the opportunity to operate Seavo-branded electric watercraft with a minimum flat fee and revenue-sharing system, accompanied by fleet management support, maintenance services, and operational assistance.

Dizaria Energy

Venture Round in 2020
Dizaria Energy operates electric vehicle (EV) charging stations powered by solar energy, aiming to support zero-carbon emissions for electric mobility. The company offers fast charging stations integrated with a mobile application, allowing EV owners to locate nearby stations, monitor and control their charging status, and make online payments. Additionally, Dizaria provides management software for the facilities hosting these charging stations.

Mawelny

Seed Round in 2020
Mawelny is a digital lending platform that facilitates access to credit financing for individuals and small to medium-sized enterprises. It streamlines the borrowing process, allowing customers to obtain loans or credit cards to meet short-term cash needs via a user-friendly mobile interface.

Baramoda

Venture Round in 2020
Baramoda is an agri-tech start-up founded in 2015 and based in Al Jizah, Egypt, recognized as the first of its kind in the MENA region. The company specializes in producing organic fertilizers from agricultural waste, particularly from sugar cane and sugar beet plantations. By focusing on sustainable agricultural innovations, Baramoda aims to assist farmers in managing agri-waste more efficiently, minimizing production costs, and reducing reliance on chemical fertilizers. Additionally, their biofertilizers enhance crop production while decreasing water usage, addressing crucial agricultural challenges. Through these efforts, Baramoda supports small farmers in optimizing their resources and improving soil health.

PraxiLabs

Seed Round in 2020
PraxiLabs is an e-learning company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Al Qahirah, Egypt, specializing in the development of 3D virtual lab software designed to enhance STEM education. The company provides accessible, usable, and affordable virtual science labs that allow students to engage in interactive simulations of physics, chemistry, and biology experiments. By offering these low-immersion virtual reality labs, PraxiLabs aims to create equal opportunities for students, enabling educational institutions to improve the learning experience and foster a deeper understanding of scientific concepts. The continuous development of their product is driven by a dedicated team of programmers and education specialists who recognize the critical role of experimentation in science education.

Hand Over

Seed Round in 2020
Hand Over is a design and build company that specializes in providing cost-effective and environmentally friendly building solutions. It focuses on utilizing natural and local materials, particularly through the adoption of Earth construction techniques. By integrating these sustainable practices, Hand Over aims to serve various segments of the community while enhancing the overall efficiency and sustainability of the construction industry. The company offers a range of construction and engineering services, enabling clients to access innovative building approaches that prioritize ecological considerations.

El-Dokan

Pre Seed Round in 2020
El-Dokan is an information technology consulting company that specializes in developing enterprise eCommerce software tailored for large and growing retail stores in the MENA region. The company focuses on optimizing operations and enhancing sales conversion for its clients by providing end-to-end software development and web application solutions. By streamlining eCommerce processes, El-Dokan allows retail businesses to concentrate on their core activities, ultimately improving their overall efficiency and effectiveness in the competitive online marketplace.

Vesstoss

Venture Round in 2020
Vesstoss Provides on-demand electric scooter Ride-Sharing In Cairo’s gated compounds. Vesstoss offers an energy-efficient, public transport solution for ‘closed communities’ in Egypt - electric scooter rentals.

Delta Oil

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Delta Oil is an Egyptian start-up focused on waste oil management, specifically in the clean and Agri-Tech sectors. Established in 2018 and headquartered in Cairo, the company operates across more than five cities and numerous villages, providing a vital service in the collection of used cooking oil from households. Delta Oil facilitates a convenient pickup service, enabling individuals to dispose of their used cooking oil safely and responsibly. By building an ecosystem for the biodiesel industry, Delta Oil supplies a sustainable and cost-effective feedstock of recycled cooking oil, which is transformed into clean biodiesel. The company aims to mitigate the environmental impact associated with improper disposal of cooking oil, contributing to a more sustainable energy landscape.

OTO Courses

Seed Round in 2020
OTO Courses is a provider of online English language learning services. It offers customized courses tailored to individual needs, featuring live 1-to-1 instruction and flexible scheduling. The company's platform also includes an online placement test for students' assessment.

Presto

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Presto is a hospitality technology company that overlays digital solutions onto the physical world to automate restaurant operations and enhance guest experiences. Its enterprise-grade voice, vision, and touch technologies support drive-thru automation, on-demand delivery management, and labor optimization for hospitality businesses. Having shipped over 250,000 systems, Presto ranks among the leading labor automation providers in the industry and serves major U.S. restaurant brands. Founded at MIT in 2008, the company is headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, and generates most of its revenue in the United States.

Nash2

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Nash2 is the first online Parenting platform in Arab world, it provides premium content via website and mobile application, plus offering parenting products via online store, and delivering online training and consultation services.

Hospitalia

Grant in 2019
Hospitalia is a Cairo-based Egyptian startup established in 2019, specializing in facilitating home healthcare services via its user-friendly digital platform. The company connects users with skilled medical professionals for various services, including nursing care, physiotherapy sessions, radiology, and laboratory tests, all conveniently accessible within the comfort of one's own home. Hospitalia aims to streamline healthcare access by offering personalized care tailored to individual needs, reducing the need for travel and wait times typically associated with traditional healthcare settings.

Proteinea

Grant in 2019
Proteinea is a biotechnology company focused on advancing the design of biotherapeutics through its innovative protein engineering platform. By utilizing proprietary deep-learning models and computational tools, Proteinea enhances the development of next-generation antibodies, aiming for improved efficacy, safety, and convenience. The company's approach integrates smart experimental throughput with artificial intelligence, allowing for comprehensive evaluation of the efficacy, yield, safety, and pharmacological properties of biologics. This enables clients to access advanced solutions for antibody medicine design, streamlining the process of creating safer and more effective therapeutic options.

Well. Fit. GO!

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Well, Fit.GO is an online weight management app. They are designed to foster healthier habits and help obese people shed weight long-term. They develop a personal weight loss coaching app that connects users with a personal nutrition doctor. The company gives tips on transitioning to a healthy lifestyle through interactive coaching and tasks.

OTO

Seed Round in 2019
OTO is an All-in-one Shipping Management Software for Online Businesses & OmniChannel Brands to Ship, Manage, Track, Return & Analyze their online orders with 200+ Shipping Carriers from 1 consolidated dashboard. OTO's SaaS solution helps businesses to automate and streamline all their shipping operations through combined 6 systems including: Order Management System (OMS), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Last-Mile Management System (LMS), Drivers Management System (DMS), Returns Management System (RMS) & Customer Notification System (CNS). On the other hand, their Aggregator solution helps the the small and medium businesses (SMBs) selling online or offline to buy local and international shipping labels directly from OTO with no contracts needed with the shipping carriers with the best rates available in the market. OTO's solutions were designed to help their clients ship faster, cheaper and better, but saving them thousands of hours and millions in operational costs.

Youspital

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Youspital is a developer of a digital healthcare platform focused on pre-booking medical exams. The platform streamlines and automates essential processes such as customer acquisition, booking, onboarding, and payment. By enhancing these aspects, Youspital enables both patients and hospitals to operate more efficiently while reducing overall treatment costs. This innovative approach aims to improve the quality of care provided to patients, making healthcare more accessible and effective.

ION Microsystems

Seed Round in 2019
ION Microsystems is a company focused on developing electric vehicle charging platforms aimed at promoting sustainable transportation, particularly in Jordan and the MENA region. The company offers affordable and reliable EV charging solutions that are accessible through a user-friendly mobile application. This app facilitates the easy location and activation of chargers, enables online payment, and provides real-time availability updates. By catering to both consumers and businesses, ION Microsystems aims to enhance the adoption of electric mobility, increase revenue opportunities for businesses, and reduce operational costs. The company is committed to supporting the growth of Jordan's technology sector while championing environmentally friendly transportation options.

PartMan

Seed Round in 2019
PartMan is a platform that provides youth with suitable and customized part-time jobs.

Accessible Jordan

Seed Round in 2018
Accessible Jordan is a guide to accessible places and events in Jordan, promoting inclusivity for all.
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