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DRU is a pioneering digital health platform based in the Middle East and Africa (MEA), focusing on diabetes and lifestyle management. Launched in 2023, DRU is the first patient-centric, digitally-enabled platform of its kind in the region. It aids in the prevention and management of diabetes, prediabetes, and obesity by providing users with a comprehensive, all-in-one app to monitor and track their health. Key features include continuous blood sugar and blood pressure level tracking, a digital logbook for medical records, and integration with various monitoring devices. DRU also offers round-the-clock medical support and connects users with a wide network of specialized healthcare providers. The platform is available for download on the Apple Store and Google Play, serving millions of users across Egypt and the MEA region. DRU was founded by Almouneer, a leading digital transformation platform revolutionizing healthcare in the MEA.

Yodawy Inc. is a Giza-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in developing a medicine delivery and claims management platform. It enables customers to order pharmaceuticals and personal care products through a mobile app, which facilitates delivery via a network of over 500 pharmacies across Egypt. The platform combines an AI-powered approval engine for insurance claims with features like a digital prescription app and a partner portal. Yodawy collaborates with major insurance carriers to automatically apply insurance and copayment benefits for users, streamlining the medication ordering process and enhancing accessibility for patients seeking home delivery of their prescriptions.

Nexford University is an online higher education institution founded in 2017, based in Washington, D.C. It aims to provide accessible and affordable education tailored to the demands of the global workforce. Serving markets such as the United States, the Philippines, Nigeria, and Egypt, Nexford offers degree programs and courses across various industries, including technology, business, and healthcare. The university's curriculum is designed to align with employer needs, leveraging artificial intelligence to identify and focus on in-demand skills. This approach ensures that learners, particularly from middle-income societies, receive a relevant and dynamic education that prepares them for success in a competitive global job market.

Thndr is a financial services company established in 2020 by Seif Amr in Cairo, Egypt. It operates an app-based investment platform designed to facilitate commission-free trading for investors. The platform offers a range of features, including no account minimums, real-time market data, and easy account setup and funding processes. Users can also access the latest financial news and educational tools, empowering them to make informed investment decisions. Thndr aims to simplify the investing process and enhance financial literacy among its users.

Yodawy Inc. is a Giza-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in developing a medicine delivery and claims management platform. It enables customers to order pharmaceuticals and personal care products through a mobile app, which facilitates delivery via a network of over 500 pharmacies across Egypt. The platform combines an AI-powered approval engine for insurance claims with features like a digital prescription app and a partner portal. Yodawy collaborates with major insurance carriers to automatically apply insurance and copayment benefits for users, streamlining the medication ordering process and enhancing accessibility for patients seeking home delivery of their prescriptions.

Nexford University is an online higher education institution founded in 2017, based in Washington, D.C. It aims to provide accessible and affordable education tailored to the demands of the global workforce. Serving markets such as the United States, the Philippines, Nigeria, and Egypt, Nexford offers degree programs and courses across various industries, including technology, business, and healthcare. The university's curriculum is designed to align with employer needs, leveraging artificial intelligence to identify and focus on in-demand skills. This approach ensures that learners, particularly from middle-income societies, receive a relevant and dynamic education that prepares them for success in a competitive global job market.

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.

Ilara Health develops and distributes AI-powered diagnostic devices for primary care doctors serving rural and peri-urban communities in Africa, with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. The compact devices connect to a proprietary software platform and electronic medical records, recording patient data to support accurate, affordable diagnostics at the point of care. The company aims to expand access to essential diagnostics by targeting the highly fragmented primary care infrastructure and delivering devices directly to clinicians, enabling clinicians to deliver timely, data-backed diagnostic services.

Thndr is a financial services company established in 2020 by Seif Amr in Cairo, Egypt. It operates an app-based investment platform designed to facilitate commission-free trading for investors. The platform offers a range of features, including no account minimums, real-time market data, and easy account setup and funding processes. Users can also access the latest financial news and educational tools, empowering them to make informed investment decisions. Thndr aims to simplify the investing process and enhance financial literacy among its users.

Founded in 2011, Elmenus operates a food discovery platform that helps users find nearby restaurants and top dishes based on user ratings. It serves over 1 million monthly users across Egypt.

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.