Middle East Venture Partners (MEVP) is a Dubai-based venture capital firm established in 2010, with additional offices in Beirut, Bahrain, and Riyadh. It focuses on investing in early and growth-stage companies in the GCC and Levant regions, targeting sectors such as e-commerce, cloud-based software, education, digital services, consumer technology, and financial technology. MEVP seeks to support innovative small and medium enterprises, primarily investing between $0.2 million and $5 million while typically holding a minority stake of 15% to 30% in its portfolio companies. With over $260 million in assets under management, MEVP is recognized as one of the largest and most established venture capital firms in the Middle East, demonstrating a strong appetite for cross-border investments.
Emirates Financial Towers, North Tower, Office 703, DIFC, Dubai PO Box: 23025, AE
Sarrah AlJuaid
Managing Director
Jad El Boustani
Managing Director
Walid Hanna
Founder and CEO
Riyad Abou Jaoudeh
Managing Director
Fahed Qteishat
Associate Director
Gaelle Yammine
Associate Director
Past deals in Western Asia
Invygo
Series A in 2024
Invygo is the first and largest car subscription service in the MENA region, offering consumers an all-inclusive monthly subscription model through a user-friendly mobile app. Founded in 2018 in Dubai by Eslam Hussein and Pulkit Ganjoo, Invygo enables users to access passenger vehicles without the financial burdens associated with traditional car ownership. The platform allows for customizable month-to-month subscriptions, providing flexibility for users to return or upgrade their vehicles without penalties. Additionally, Invygo supports car dealers by offering a new business model that helps them generate revenue while minimizing depreciation and operational costs. Overall, Invygo aims to create accessible mobility options with a hassle-free experience for both consumers and dealers.
Stake
Series A in 2024
Stake is a digital platform that facilitates real estate investment, allowing individuals to invest in income-generating rental properties quickly and easily. The platform aims to modernize real estate investment by making it accessible to a broader audience. Stake achieves this by breaking down properties into smaller, investable shares, thereby enabling users to purchase stakes in residential properties. This approach not only democratizes real estate investment but also enhances transparency and profitability for investors. Through its innovative model, Stake provides a streamlined way for individuals to engage in the real estate market without the complexities traditionally associated with property investment.
Yodawy
Series B in 2023
Yodawy Inc. is an online pharmacy and insurtech startup based in Giza, Egypt, founded in 2018. The company offers a mobile app that allows customers to browse and order pharmaceuticals and personal care products, with delivery facilitated through a network of over 500 pharmacies across the country. Yodawy's platform features an artificial intelligence-powered approval engine that streamlines the medicine ordering process, automatically applying insurance and copayment benefits from four major insurance carriers, with plans to onboard additional providers. Additionally, Yodawy provides a digital prescription app and a pharmacy portal, enhancing the overall experience for patients seeking convenient access to medications and healthcare products.
Invygo
Series A in 2022
Invygo is the first and largest car subscription service in the MENA region, offering consumers an all-inclusive monthly subscription model through a user-friendly mobile app. Founded in 2018 in Dubai by Eslam Hussein and Pulkit Ganjoo, Invygo enables users to access passenger vehicles without the financial burdens associated with traditional car ownership. The platform allows for customizable month-to-month subscriptions, providing flexibility for users to return or upgrade their vehicles without penalties. Additionally, Invygo supports car dealers by offering a new business model that helps them generate revenue while minimizing depreciation and operational costs. Overall, Invygo aims to create accessible mobility options with a hassle-free experience for both consumers and dealers.
Stake
Seed Round in 2022
Stake is a digital platform that facilitates real estate investment, allowing individuals to invest in income-generating rental properties quickly and easily. The platform aims to modernize real estate investment by making it accessible to a broader audience. Stake achieves this by breaking down properties into smaller, investable shares, thereby enabling users to purchase stakes in residential properties. This approach not only democratizes real estate investment but also enhances transparency and profitability for investors. Through its innovative model, Stake provides a streamlined way for individuals to engage in the real estate market without the complexities traditionally associated with property investment.
Lyve Global
Convertible Note in 2022
Lyve is a technology products and logistics company headquartered in Abu Dhabi. Through cloud-based platforms and logistics services, Lyve helps facilitate millions of orders every month across multiple industries and is now expanding its solutions to cover order generation, payments, and order management. We power the digital economy with our logistics and technology solutions. From big data to multi-vertical service agents, from instant activation to scalable capacity, what we do continues to go beyond what’s typically considered delivery.
Nana
Venture Round in 2022
Nana is an online grocery platform based in Saudi Arabia that specializes in providing doorstep deliveries of a diverse range of products. The platform offers an extensive selection of groceries, fruits, vegetables, cosmetics, electronics, bakery items, and flowers, allowing consumers to conveniently purchase items online. By focusing on home delivery, Nana aims to simplify the shopping experience for its users, making it easier for them to access essential goods from the comfort of their homes.
Rain
Series B in 2022
Rain is a regulated cryptocurrency exchange based in Manama, Bahrain, that was founded in 2017. It operates a digital currency trading platform specifically designed to facilitate secure and compliant transactions in the Middle East. The platform allows clients to buy, sell, and store digital currencies while adhering to regulatory standards. By functioning within a regulatory sandbox, Rain aims to provide a safe environment for digital transactions, enhancing trust and security for its users.
Halan
Venture Round in 2021
Halan is a ride-hailing application based in Cairo, Egypt, that specializes in providing two and three-wheeler vehicle rides and on-demand logistics services. Founded in November 2017, the platform allows users to request motorbike or tuk-tuk rides and order food or goods for delivery via motorbikes and cargo tricycles. In addition to catering to individual customers, Halan offers smart-tech last-mile delivery solutions to support both large organizations and small businesses in their distribution and supply chain needs. The application enhances convenience and safety for users while providing drivers with opportunities for incremental business. Halan has established partnerships with notable fast-food chains such as McDonald’s, KFC, and Pizza Hut, further solidifying its presence in the logistics and ride-hailing market.
Yodawy
Series B in 2021
Yodawy Inc. is an online pharmacy and insurtech startup based in Giza, Egypt, founded in 2018. The company offers a mobile app that allows customers to browse and order pharmaceuticals and personal care products, with delivery facilitated through a network of over 500 pharmacies across the country. Yodawy's platform features an artificial intelligence-powered approval engine that streamlines the medicine ordering process, automatically applying insurance and copayment benefits from four major insurance carriers, with plans to onboard additional providers. Additionally, Yodawy provides a digital prescription app and a pharmacy portal, enhancing the overall experience for patients seeking convenient access to medications and healthcare products.
Basma
Series A in 2021
Basma is a direct-to-consumer healthcare brand founded in 2017 and based in Beirut, Lebanon. The company specializes in designing, manufacturing, and selling invisible aligners as an alternative to traditional braces, enabling individuals to straighten their teeth conveniently. Basma offers a digital healthcare network that provides affordable remote orthodontic treatments. Customers can utilize an at-home impression kit to take dental impressions, which are then used to create personalized invisible aligners based on professional recommendations. This approach allows for effective teeth alignment correction at accessible prices, helping clients achieve confident smiles without the need for in-person visits.
Rain
Venture Round in 2020
Rain is a regulated cryptocurrency exchange based in Manama, Bahrain, that was founded in 2017. It operates a digital currency trading platform specifically designed to facilitate secure and compliant transactions in the Middle East. The platform allows clients to buy, sell, and store digital currencies while adhering to regulatory standards. By functioning within a regulatory sandbox, Rain aims to provide a safe environment for digital transactions, enhancing trust and security for its users.
Lyve Global
Series B in 2020
Lyve is a technology products and logistics company headquartered in Abu Dhabi. Through cloud-based platforms and logistics services, Lyve helps facilitate millions of orders every month across multiple industries and is now expanding its solutions to cover order generation, payments, and order management. We power the digital economy with our logistics and technology solutions. From big data to multi-vertical service agents, from instant activation to scalable capacity, what we do continues to go beyond what’s typically considered delivery.
Nana
Series B in 2020
Nana is an online grocery platform based in Saudi Arabia that specializes in providing doorstep deliveries of a diverse range of products. The platform offers an extensive selection of groceries, fruits, vegetables, cosmetics, electronics, bakery items, and flowers, allowing consumers to conveniently purchase items online. By focusing on home delivery, Nana aims to simplify the shopping experience for its users, making it easier for them to access essential goods from the comfort of their homes.
Halan
Series A in 2020
Halan is a ride-hailing application based in Cairo, Egypt, that specializes in providing two and three-wheeler vehicle rides and on-demand logistics services. Founded in November 2017, the platform allows users to request motorbike or tuk-tuk rides and order food or goods for delivery via motorbikes and cargo tricycles. In addition to catering to individual customers, Halan offers smart-tech last-mile delivery solutions to support both large organizations and small businesses in their distribution and supply chain needs. The application enhances convenience and safety for users while providing drivers with opportunities for incremental business. Halan has established partnerships with notable fast-food chains such as McDonald’s, KFC, and Pizza Hut, further solidifying its presence in the logistics and ride-hailing market.
Volt Lines
Series A in 2019
Volt Lines is a transportation service provider based in Istanbul, Turkey, established in 2017. It operates an online platform that offers subscription-based micro-transit services, allowing corporate clients to provide their employees with an alternative to public transportation and ride-hailing. Users can book seats on intelligently routed shared mini-buses for their daily commutes, enhancing efficiency by minimizing walking distances and optimizing routes. The service aims to reduce the workload for employers, passengers, and drivers alike, making commuting more convenient and streamlined. In addition to its web platform, Volt Lines also offers a mobile application for user convenience.
TruKKer
Series A in 2019
TruKKer is a technology-enabled truck aggregator based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, founded in 2016. The company operates a logistics and fleet management platform that simplifies road freight and logistics operations by integrating demand and supply for land freight services. TruKKer's platform connects shippers and carriers in real time, ensuring maximum utilization of available trucks and reducing overall transportation costs. The company's network, powered by real-time data analytics, enhances reliability and transparency while creating opportunities for data monetization and consolidated procurement. By offering end-to-end coverage and a comprehensive service portfolio, TruKKer facilitates cross-border transportation services for various end markets, benefiting both shippers and transporters alike.
Nana
Series A in 2019
Nana is an online grocery platform based in Saudi Arabia that specializes in providing doorstep deliveries of a diverse range of products. The platform offers an extensive selection of groceries, fruits, vegetables, cosmetics, electronics, bakery items, and flowers, allowing consumers to conveniently purchase items online. By focusing on home delivery, Nana aims to simplify the shopping experience for its users, making it easier for them to access essential goods from the comfort of their homes.
Volt Lines
Seed Round in 2018
Volt Lines is a transportation service provider based in Istanbul, Turkey, established in 2017. It operates an online platform that offers subscription-based micro-transit services, allowing corporate clients to provide their employees with an alternative to public transportation and ride-hailing. Users can book seats on intelligently routed shared mini-buses for their daily commutes, enhancing efficiency by minimizing walking distances and optimizing routes. The service aims to reduce the workload for employers, passengers, and drivers alike, making commuting more convenient and streamlined. In addition to its web platform, Volt Lines also offers a mobile application for user convenience.
Volt Lines
Seed Round in 2018
Volt Lines is a transportation service provider based in Istanbul, Turkey, established in 2017. It operates an online platform that offers subscription-based micro-transit services, allowing corporate clients to provide their employees with an alternative to public transportation and ride-hailing. Users can book seats on intelligently routed shared mini-buses for their daily commutes, enhancing efficiency by minimizing walking distances and optimizing routes. The service aims to reduce the workload for employers, passengers, and drivers alike, making commuting more convenient and streamlined. In addition to its web platform, Volt Lines also offers a mobile application for user convenience.
MAGNiTT
Seed Round in 2018
Magnitt, Inc. is a Dubai-based platform founded in 2014 that connects investors, mentors, and startups in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. It operates a comprehensive database featuring over 5,500 startups and more than 200 investors, facilitating networking and collaboration among various stakeholders in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. The platform provides valuable investment-related information and analytical insights, assisting startups in securing funding and talent while enabling investors and corporates to make informed decisions. Magnitt serves as a vital resource for emerging companies and investors looking to engage in the MENA market.
Lyve Global
Series A in 2018
Lyve is a technology products and logistics company headquartered in Abu Dhabi. Through cloud-based platforms and logistics services, Lyve helps facilitate millions of orders every month across multiple industries and is now expanding its solutions to cover order generation, payments, and order management. We power the digital economy with our logistics and technology solutions. From big data to multi-vertical service agents, from instant activation to scalable capacity, what we do continues to go beyond what’s typically considered delivery.
One Click Delivery Services
Seed Round in 2018
One Click Delivery Services operates a last mile delivery platform that connects various stakeholders in the delivery process, including call centers, drivers, point of sale outlets, businesses, and consumers. Founded in 2015 and based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the company aims to redefine last mile delivery by facilitating seamless and personalized service from local businesses to customers' doorsteps. Its technology-enabled platform features a robust delivery management system that includes GPS location tracking and automated customer notifications, effectively closing the gap between merchants and their clients.
TreasuryXpress
Series B in 2017
TreasuryXpress Inc. offers on-demand treasury management and cash forecasting solutions designed to enhance financial operations for organizations of all sizes. Their product suite includes TMS, C2Treasury, and C2Treasury Lite, which provide capabilities in treasury operations, cash management, liquidity management, and custom reporting. The company supports various deployment options, including direct-to-private cloud, single-tenant SaaS, multi-tenant SaaS, and on-premise solutions, allowing clients to choose the best fit for their IT policies and operational needs. Additionally, TreasuryXpress operates the TreasuryXpress Store, which features Forecast+ for cash forecasting and Payment+ API for payment formatting. Serving a diverse clientele, including banks, treasury houses, small and medium-sized businesses, and large enterprises, TreasuryXpress was incorporated in 2015 and is headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Dubai, Paris, and Beirut. It operates as a subsidiary of Box & Automation Solutions.
Matic
Series A in 2017
Matic, LLC operates an online platform that connects customers with cleaning professionals in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, and Riyadh. Founded in 2015 and based in Dubai, the company provides a mobile application and website for users to easily book home cleaning and housekeeping services. Matic boasts a large network of cleaning service providers, ensuring that customers can quickly find and hire highly trained cleaning personnel for their homes. The service focuses on convenience, allowing users to schedule cleaning sessions with a simple tap, making the process efficient and hassle-free.
ModaCruz
Series B in 2017
Modacruz is a mobile social marketplace based in Istanbul that caters to over 1 million women in Turkey, enabling them to buy and sell pre-owned brand name fashion items. Launched in 2014, the platform allows users to register and access a diverse range of luxury fashion apparel and accessories at reasonable prices. By facilitating the buying and selling of used luxury items, Modacruz provides an accessible and sustainable option for fashion-conscious consumers looking to refresh their wardrobes while promoting a circular economy.
Wego
Series E in 2017
Wego is a travel search platform that caters primarily to travelers in the MENA and India regions, offering easy-to-use websites and mobile applications. The platform leverages advanced technology to automate the search and comparison of flights, hotels, and travel deals from numerous airlines, hotels, and online travel agencies. By providing an unbiased overview of various travel products and prices from both local and international sources, Wego allows users to efficiently identify the best deals and book their travel arrangements. The company maintains dual headquarters in Singapore and Dubai and is backed by a number of prominent investors.
Anghami
Series B in 2016
Anghami is a digital music streaming platform based in Jounieh, Lebanon, that offers a vast library of Arabic and international songs for streaming and offline listening. Established in 2011, the company primarily serves customers in the Middle East and North Africa and boasts the largest licensed music catalog in the region. Anghami collaborates with major Arabic music labels, including Rotana, Melody, and Mazzika, as well as international giants like Universal, Sony, and Warner. The platform is designed to cater specifically to the musical preferences of its audience, ensuring a diverse range of content from both established and independent artists. With a strategic partnership with MBC Group, Anghami continues to grow its user base and expand its offerings in the competitive digital music landscape.
Matic
Seed Round in 2016
Matic, LLC operates an online platform that connects customers with cleaning professionals in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, and Riyadh. Founded in 2015 and based in Dubai, the company provides a mobile application and website for users to easily book home cleaning and housekeeping services. Matic boasts a large network of cleaning service providers, ensuring that customers can quickly find and hire highly trained cleaning personnel for their homes. The service focuses on convenience, allowing users to schedule cleaning sessions with a simple tap, making the process efficient and hassle-free.
Lyve Global
Seed Round in 2016
Lyve is a technology products and logistics company headquartered in Abu Dhabi. Through cloud-based platforms and logistics services, Lyve helps facilitate millions of orders every month across multiple industries and is now expanding its solutions to cover order generation, payments, and order management. We power the digital economy with our logistics and technology solutions. From big data to multi-vertical service agents, from instant activation to scalable capacity, what we do continues to go beyond what’s typically considered delivery.
Neumann
Series A in 2015
Neumann is a business-to-business cloud-based intelligence platform that specializes in transforming enterprise data into actionable insights. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Bsharri, Lebanon, with additional offices in Beirut and Saida, the company offers a data management solution that processes cold data to enhance customer conversion and retention. The platform provides comprehensive analytics on customer interactions, including website visits and purchasing behaviors, allowing businesses to track and respond to significant shifts in customer activity. Neumann enables users to set triggers for specific metrics, facilitating timely marketing actions, such as sending targeted communications when a customer's spending drops. This functionality positions Neumann as a valuable tool for companies seeking to optimize their marketing efforts and improve customer engagement.
Mobinets
Series B in 2015
Mobinets is a rapidly growing Lebanese company that specializes in software solutions for mobile network operators in the MENA region. Its primary offering, the Network Engineering Platform (NEP), is utilized by over 20 prominent telecommunications operators to enhance network design, optimize costs, and facilitate maintenance. The platform provides operating system services that automate and streamline telecom network operations, improving workflow functionality and accelerating inter-departmental processes. By enhancing execution speed and accuracy, Mobinets enables telecom operators to achieve significant transformation benefits efficiently.
Anghami
Series A in 2015
Anghami is a digital music streaming platform based in Jounieh, Lebanon, that offers a vast library of Arabic and international songs for streaming and offline listening. Established in 2011, the company primarily serves customers in the Middle East and North Africa and boasts the largest licensed music catalog in the region. Anghami collaborates with major Arabic music labels, including Rotana, Melody, and Mazzika, as well as international giants like Universal, Sony, and Warner. The platform is designed to cater specifically to the musical preferences of its audience, ensuring a diverse range of content from both established and independent artists. With a strategic partnership with MBC Group, Anghami continues to grow its user base and expand its offerings in the competitive digital music landscape.
Instabug
Seed Round in 2013
Instabug, Inc. is a mobile observability platform that assists developers in enhancing the quality and performance of their applications. Founded in 2012 and initially known as AStarApps, the company is headquartered in Giza, Egypt, and has expanded its operations to California, United States. Instabug provides advanced tools for crash and bug reporting, application performance monitoring, and user feedback collection, enabling developers to identify and resolve issues effectively. The platform supports over 4 billion devices globally, offering real-time insights throughout the application lifecycle to help mobile teams deliver seamless user experiences and drive sustained growth. Through its AI-powered capabilities, Instabug aims to empower developers and enterprises to optimize their applications and enhance overall user satisfaction.
Laimoon.com
Venture Round in 2012
Laimoon supports career-minded people with information on jobs,courses and career insights. Currently focussing on the UAE and the wider GCC region.
Anghami
Series A in 2012
Anghami is a digital music streaming platform based in Jounieh, Lebanon, that offers a vast library of Arabic and international songs for streaming and offline listening. Established in 2011, the company primarily serves customers in the Middle East and North Africa and boasts the largest licensed music catalog in the region. Anghami collaborates with major Arabic music labels, including Rotana, Melody, and Mazzika, as well as international giants like Universal, Sony, and Warner. The platform is designed to cater specifically to the musical preferences of its audience, ensuring a diverse range of content from both established and independent artists. With a strategic partnership with MBC Group, Anghami continues to grow its user base and expand its offerings in the competitive digital music landscape.
Shahiya
Venture Round in 2012
Shahiya.com is an Arabic food-focused social website. Millions of Arab home cooks use it to find, review and share recipes, food pictures and blog posts. All user contributions are monitored by a passionate editorial team, to ensure clarity, originality, and conformity to the local tastes and norms. Shahiya also caters to health conscious users in Arab countries. Under the supervision of its founding partner Carole Hani Makhoul (US Registered Dietitian), it provides the nutritional facts of each recipe published on the site - a service only shahiya offers in Arabic. Since going online in 2010, it has grown to become the biggest Arabic cooking website, organically attracting > 1,000,000 unique visitors/month. Its mobile applications have also been downloaded > 1,000,000 times, topping most of the Arab Apple app stores. Shahiya has attracted top international advertising brands, such as Galaxy, Arla Foods, Kraft, Moulinex, Kenwood, and Braun, as well as large Saudi / UAE based advertisers, including Safi-Danone, Al Walimah, Savola, Al Alali, and STC. In 2012, shahiya received a Series A investment from the Lebanon based VC fund MEVP.
TreasuryXpress
Venture Round in 2012
TreasuryXpress Inc. offers on-demand treasury management and cash forecasting solutions designed to enhance financial operations for organizations of all sizes. Their product suite includes TMS, C2Treasury, and C2Treasury Lite, which provide capabilities in treasury operations, cash management, liquidity management, and custom reporting. The company supports various deployment options, including direct-to-private cloud, single-tenant SaaS, multi-tenant SaaS, and on-premise solutions, allowing clients to choose the best fit for their IT policies and operational needs. Additionally, TreasuryXpress operates the TreasuryXpress Store, which features Forecast+ for cash forecasting and Payment+ API for payment formatting. Serving a diverse clientele, including banks, treasury houses, small and medium-sized businesses, and large enterprises, TreasuryXpress was incorporated in 2015 and is headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Dubai, Paris, and Beirut. It operates as a subsidiary of Box & Automation Solutions.
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