Khwarizmi Ventures

Khazna operates a mobile financial platform in Egypt and the Middle East aimed at expanding access to formal financial services. The company offers general purpose credit, buy now, pay later, and bill payment capabilities and seeks to digitize cash transactions across Egypt and beyond. Its platform is described as a workforce banking solution that enables employers to provide cash advances to employees, facilitates peer-to-peer payments, and supports cash deposits and withdrawals with low or no transaction fees. The service bundle includes payments, savings, and insurance features to deliver a convenient, secure smartphone-based financial ecosystem for individuals and workforces in Egypt and Saudi Arabia.

Khazna operates a mobile financial platform in Egypt and the Middle East aimed at expanding access to formal financial services. The company offers general purpose credit, buy now, pay later, and bill payment capabilities and seeks to digitize cash transactions across Egypt and beyond. Its platform is described as a workforce banking solution that enables employers to provide cash advances to employees, facilitates peer-to-peer payments, and supports cash deposits and withdrawals with low or no transaction fees. The service bundle includes payments, savings, and insurance features to deliver a convenient, secure smartphone-based financial ecosystem for individuals and workforces in Egypt and Saudi Arabia.

Fatura is a technology platform established in 2019 that aims to transform the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry in Egypt and Africa. It serves as a digital solution connecting FMCG manufacturers and wholesalers directly with retailers, streamlining the traditional trade cycle. By digitizing the ordering process, Fatura addresses significant challenges faced by retailers, such as supply-side inefficiencies and access to market intelligence. The platform enables retailers to make on-credit purchases, thereby improving their working capital. Additionally, Fatura employs advanced data analytics and artificial intelligence to assess the creditworthiness of retailers within its network, enhancing financial decision-making for both retailers and wholesalers. With notable traction in Cairo and Giza, Fatura is positioned to become a leading player in the FMCG technology landscape across the region.

Tamara is a prominent shopping and payments platform based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and serves the GCC region. Founded in September 2020 by Abdulmajeed Alsukhan and his partners, the company aims to revolutionize shopping, payment, and banking experiences. With a workforce of over 350 employees, Tamara operates additional offices in the UAE, Egypt, Germany, and Vietnam. The platform empowers merchants by providing flexible payment solutions, including installment options, through its application programming interfaces and plugins. This functionality enhances customer experiences and boosts sales for merchants. Tamara has established a robust customer base of 6 million and collaborates with over 15,000 partner merchants, which include both leading global brands and local small and medium enterprises. The company has successfully raised significant funding, highlighting its strong market presence and growth potential.