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Dukkantek
Seed Round in 2022
Dukkantek provides digital transformation services to improve business processes. It offers online solutions to assist with managing and marketing strategies of companies. Dukkantek is based in Dubai, UAE.
GoMyCode operates an educational platform that focuses on teaching digital skills and connecting students with technology opportunities globally. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Tunis, Tunisia, with additional locations in Algeria, France, and Morocco, the company offers programs in various fields, including artificial intelligence, web development, deep learning, DevOps, UX design, and digital marketing. GoMyCode employs a blended learning approach that combines online and offline instruction, enhancing the learning experience through data-driven assessments and matching. By providing comprehensive training in data, development, design, and digital marketing, GoMyCode aims to prepare students for the future job market and empower them with the necessary skills to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Skillbee
Seed Round in 2022
Skillbee is a job platform that connects migrant workers with employers, specifically focusing on blue-collar jobs. The platform offers a service that helps skill-verified workers find reliable and well-paying employment opportunities in countries such as the UAE, Kuwait, and Singapore. By facilitating the hiring and management of international migrant workers, Skillbee aims to streamline the recruitment process for companies while providing essential job opportunities for workers seeking to improve their livelihoods abroad.
Dukkantek
Seed Round in 2022
Dukkantek provides digital transformation services to improve business processes. It offers online solutions to assist with managing and marketing strategies of companies. Dukkantek is based in Dubai, UAE.
Englease
Seed Round in 2021
Englease is an online educational platform that offers live, accredited English classes tailored for the MENA region. It specializes in preparing users for English proficiency tests such as IELTS and TOEFL. The platform provides one-to-one sessions, allowing users to monitor their progress, reinforce their learning, and evaluate their future educational needs. By focusing on personalized learning experiences, Englease aims to enhance users' English fluency and overall language skills.
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.
NOW Money
Venture Round in 2021
NOW Money is a financial technology company that leverages mobile banking to provide accounts and remittance services for the unbanked population in the Middle East, specifically targeting low-income migrant workers in the Gulf region. By offering a payment application, NOW Money facilitates access to essential financial services, enabling users to perform international money transfers and currency conversions at reduced costs. The company aims to include those who are typically excluded from the financial system, thereby promoting financial inclusion and offering significant savings on remittance transactions.
GoMyCode operates an educational platform that focuses on teaching digital skills and connecting students with technology opportunities globally. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Tunis, Tunisia, with additional locations in Algeria, France, and Morocco, the company offers programs in various fields, including artificial intelligence, web development, deep learning, DevOps, UX design, and digital marketing. GoMyCode employs a blended learning approach that combines online and offline instruction, enhancing the learning experience through data-driven assessments and matching. By providing comprehensive training in data, development, design, and digital marketing, GoMyCode aims to prepare students for the future job market and empower them with the necessary skills to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Holo
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Holo is the Middle East’s first digital property buying platform, transforming the homebuying process with an integrated, end-to-end digital solution. With advanced algorithms, Holo matches customers with the optimal mortgage product tailored to their financial needs and connects them with over 2,500 real estate agents via The Hub. With a user-friendly, 24/7 interface, users can seamlessly apply, upload documents, and track progress on any connected device. Recognized in the 2020 Wamda X cohort, Holo is revolutionizing home financing in the UAE—achieving monthly loan GMV exceeding AED 1 billion.
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.
Drive Ninja
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Drive Ninja, formerly known as Simply New Cars, operates as a car buying and leasing comparison platform in the UAE. It serves as a comprehensive resource for potential buyers to discover, research, compare, and validate new and nearly new car options, ultimately enhancing the car buying experience. The platform enables users to find their ideal vehicle based on preferred features, allowing them to build customized deals efficiently. Additionally, Drive Ninja connects regional dealerships with high-quality leads from serious buyers, facilitating faster sales conversions. The company aims to continue expanding its offerings to provide even more convenient solutions for drivers in the UAE.
Tamatem Inc. is a mobile gaming studio and publishing company based in Amman, Jordan, with an additional office in Mountain View, California. Founded in 2013, Tamatem specializes in developing and localizing mobile games for Arabic-speaking smartphone users. The company collaborates with international studios to adapt games, ensuring they resonate culturally and linguistically with the Arabic audience. Tamatem's portfolio includes various genres, such as racing, RPG-MMO, strategy, puzzle, and trivia games. With a focus on user acquisition, distribution, and monetization, Tamatem has successfully published 40 games that have garnered over 50 million downloads. The company is recognized for its expertise in making games relevant to the regional market, enhancing their potential for success.
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.
liwwa, Inc. operates a peer-to-peer lending platform that connects small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in need of capital with investors seeking to diversify their portfolios. The platform allows borrowers to apply for small business loans while offering investors the opportunity to earn regular monthly returns. Liwwa conducts in-house assessments of the creditworthiness of businesses and implements a lease-to-own model that provides an interest-free return for investors. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Amman, Jordan, liwwa has raised seed funding to expand its team and develop new product offerings, thereby enhancing its capacity to support SMEs in the MENA region and beyond.
Tabby Inc. is a financial technology company based in the United Arab Emirates that offers innovative payment solutions for online and offline shopping. The company specializes in a buy now, pay later service, providing consumers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia with flexible payment options. Customers can choose to pay for their purchases either in a single deferred payment or in multiple installments, allowing them to manage their spending and enhance their shopping experience. Through its platform, Tabby aims to reshape the relationship between consumers and money, promoting financial freedom and responsible spending.
NOW Money
Series A in 2019
NOW Money is a financial technology company that leverages mobile banking to provide accounts and remittance services for the unbanked population in the Middle East, specifically targeting low-income migrant workers in the Gulf region. By offering a payment application, NOW Money facilitates access to essential financial services, enabling users to perform international money transfers and currency conversions at reduced costs. The company aims to include those who are typically excluded from the financial system, thereby promoting financial inclusion and offering significant savings on remittance transactions.
MUNCH:ON is a food tech startup that has cracked the subscription space in the UAE & KSA, focusing on offering meals from the best restaurants at a significant discount and with free delivery. The company has invested heavily in its scheduling, bundling and order prediction software which has enabled it to achieve massive cost savings for its restaurant partners that they then pass on to their users, often offering up to a 55% discount vs. restaurants' regular price. Whether it's employees ordering from their company's curated menu or users ordering for their families at home, the platform takes the usual hassle and cost out of food delivery in a financially (and environmentally) sustainable manner for all stakeholders
Jamalon, Inc. is the largest online bookstore in the Middle East, established in 2010 and headquartered in Amman, Jordan. The company offers a vast selection of over 9.3 million titles in Arabic and English from approximately 30,000 publishers. Jamalon specializes in providing home delivery services and customized payment methods tailored to the needs of customers in the region. Its extensive catalog includes books across various genres from both well-known and emerging authors, enabling publishers to reach a wider audience and facilitating access to literature for readers throughout the Middle East.
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.
MUNCH:ON is a food tech startup that has cracked the subscription space in the UAE & KSA, focusing on offering meals from the best restaurants at a significant discount and with free delivery. The company has invested heavily in its scheduling, bundling and order prediction software which has enabled it to achieve massive cost savings for its restaurant partners that they then pass on to their users, often offering up to a 55% discount vs. restaurants' regular price. Whether it's employees ordering from their company's curated menu or users ordering for their families at home, the platform takes the usual hassle and cost out of food delivery in a financially (and environmentally) sustainable manner for all stakeholders
yallacompare
Series C in 2019
Yallacompare is the finance comparison site in the middle east with operations across 9 countries in the mena region. Since 2011 they have helped users compare banking products saving each one thousands of dollars every year. Since banking and insurance go hand in hand, they told their team to go out and build a platform that could save their users even more money. Their insurance tech is state of the art and built right here in the uae by their team of ninja geeks. Thanks to the efforts of their ninja geeks, you can now easily compare the price of your home insurance from the leading insurers with just a few clicks. Best of all, you can buy online and get your policy issued instantly.
Mumzworld
Series B in 2018
Mumzworld.com is the leading e-commerce platform in the Middle East focused on products for mothers, babies, and children, serving over 2 million customers across the MENA region and shipping to more than 20 countries. The platform features an extensive catalog of over 200,000 items from more than 2,000 global and regional brands, making it a comprehensive resource for mothers seeking unique and essential products. Users can conveniently search, compare, and purchase a wide range of childcare items, educational toys, and maternity products, supported by detailed information and reviews to aid decision-making. Recognized as a pioneer in the e-commerce landscape for mothers, Mumzworld.com has partnered with major FMCG brands and secured exclusive distribution rights for numerous products, enhancing its offerings and solidifying its reputation as a vital online resource for families.
Aqarmap is a real estate marketplace based in Al Qahirah, Egypt, established in 2011. The company offers an online platform that facilitates the buying, selling, and searching of residential properties, including apartments and houses. Aqarmap provides essential services such as property valuation, price guides, and listings, which help clients make informed financial decisions regarding real estate transactions. Its user-friendly platform aims to simplify the real estate management process for both buyers and sellers.
Tamatem Inc. is a mobile gaming studio and publishing company based in Amman, Jordan, with an additional office in Mountain View, California. Founded in 2013, Tamatem specializes in developing and localizing mobile games for Arabic-speaking smartphone users. The company collaborates with international studios to adapt games, ensuring they resonate culturally and linguistically with the Arabic audience. Tamatem's portfolio includes various genres, such as racing, RPG-MMO, strategy, puzzle, and trivia games. With a focus on user acquisition, distribution, and monetization, Tamatem has successfully published 40 games that have garnered over 50 million downloads. The company is recognized for its expertise in making games relevant to the regional market, enhancing their potential for success.
Nestrom
Seed Round in 2018
Nestrom Inc. is an agricultural technology company based in Amman, Jordan. Founded in 2016, it specializes in developing farm management systems that enhance the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and automation of agricultural operations. The company offers various solutions, including Farm Management Software, which enables farm managers to monitor and report on operations at the field level, and a Workforce Management System that tracks workers' movements and activities using affordable Android devices. Additionally, Nestrom provides Precision & Automation Systems for environmental monitoring. Beyond agriculture, the company also operates a field service management platform that supports sectors such as food manufacturing, property management, construction, and energy generation, focusing on quality control and operational efficiency through a comprehensive suite of modules for audits, inspections, and maintenance.
OfficeRock
Venture Round in 2017
Online e-commerce store specifically built to service small and medium businesses in the United Arab Emirates. The company aims to offer end to end business supply solutions from office supplies, paper, toners, technology, pantry, cleaning and uniforms.
OfficeRock
Seed Round in 2017
Online e-commerce store specifically built to service small and medium businesses in the United Arab Emirates. The company aims to offer end to end business supply solutions from office supplies, paper, toners, technology, pantry, cleaning and uniforms.
yallacompare
Series B in 2017
Yallacompare is the finance comparison site in the middle east with operations across 9 countries in the mena region. Since 2011 they have helped users compare banking products saving each one thousands of dollars every year. Since banking and insurance go hand in hand, they told their team to go out and build a platform that could save their users even more money. Their insurance tech is state of the art and built right here in the uae by their team of ninja geeks. Thanks to the efforts of their ninja geeks, you can now easily compare the price of your home insurance from the leading insurers with just a few clicks. Best of all, you can buy online and get your policy issued instantly.
MUNCH:ON
Seed Round in 2016
MUNCH:ON is a food tech startup that has cracked the subscription space in the UAE & KSA, focusing on offering meals from the best restaurants at a significant discount and with free delivery. The company has invested heavily in its scheduling, bundling and order prediction software which has enabled it to achieve massive cost savings for its restaurant partners that they then pass on to their users, often offering up to a 55% discount vs. restaurants' regular price. Whether it's employees ordering from their company's curated menu or users ordering for their families at home, the platform takes the usual hassle and cost out of food delivery in a financially (and environmentally) sustainable manner for all stakeholders
yallacompare
Series A in 2016
Yallacompare is the finance comparison site in the middle east with operations across 9 countries in the mena region. Since 2011 they have helped users compare banking products saving each one thousands of dollars every year. Since banking and insurance go hand in hand, they told their team to go out and build a platform that could save their users even more money. Their insurance tech is state of the art and built right here in the uae by their team of ninja geeks. Thanks to the efforts of their ninja geeks, you can now easily compare the price of your home insurance from the leading insurers with just a few clicks. Best of all, you can buy online and get your policy issued instantly.
Kharabeesh
Series B in 2016
Kharabeesh Limited is a media and entertainment network based in Amman, Jordan, founded in 2008. It focuses on creating artistic video shows that address social and political issues, aiming to enhance youth-oriented Arabic e-content. As a leading multi-channel network, Kharabeesh produces and co-produces a variety of content, including animations, music, and short films, which are distributed through YouTube and social media platforms. The company operates as a subsidiary of Think Arabia and serves as a platform for digital creators to showcase their talents to a global audience. By combining media, entertainment, and technology, Kharabeesh contributes significantly to the online entertainment landscape for Arab internet users.
KapGel is Turkey's first urban delivery platform, providing consumers with a unique instant gratification experience by delivering a wide range of products from local brick-and-mortar merchants within an hour. The platform is designed to meet the immediate needs of customers, ensuring that they receive their ordered items in a timely manner, even in challenging situations. By focusing on rapid delivery, KapGel enhances convenience for users, making it easier to access essential goods quickly and efficiently.
OfficeRock
Seed Round in 2016
Online e-commerce store specifically built to service small and medium businesses in the United Arab Emirates. The company aims to offer end to end business supply solutions from office supplies, paper, toners, technology, pantry, cleaning and uniforms.
OfficeRock
Seed Round in 2016
Online e-commerce store specifically built to service small and medium businesses in the United Arab Emirates. The company aims to offer end to end business supply solutions from office supplies, paper, toners, technology, pantry, cleaning and uniforms.
Mumzworld
Series A in 2016
Mumzworld.com is the leading e-commerce platform in the Middle East focused on products for mothers, babies, and children, serving over 2 million customers across the MENA region and shipping to more than 20 countries. The platform features an extensive catalog of over 200,000 items from more than 2,000 global and regional brands, making it a comprehensive resource for mothers seeking unique and essential products. Users can conveniently search, compare, and purchase a wide range of childcare items, educational toys, and maternity products, supported by detailed information and reviews to aid decision-making. Recognized as a pioneer in the e-commerce landscape for mothers, Mumzworld.com has partnered with major FMCG brands and secured exclusive distribution rights for numerous products, enhancing its offerings and solidifying its reputation as a vital online resource for families.
ArabiaWeather
Series A in 2015
ArabiaWeather is a company that provides comprehensive weather information through a web-based portal, offering hourly-updated forecasts and alerts specifically for the United Arab Emirates. Its services include detailed weather forecasting, real-time condition updates, and broadcasting weather shows. ArabiaWeather caters to various sectors that are significantly impacted by weather, such as media, airlines, oil and gas, agriculture, insurance, and retail. By delivering timely and accurate weather data, the company enables businesses and farmers to make informed decisions and effectively plan for weather-related challenges.
yallacompare
Series A in 2015
Yallacompare is the finance comparison site in the middle east with operations across 9 countries in the mena region. Since 2011 they have helped users compare banking products saving each one thousands of dollars every year. Since banking and insurance go hand in hand, they told their team to go out and build a platform that could save their users even more money. Their insurance tech is state of the art and built right here in the uae by their team of ninja geeks. Thanks to the efforts of their ninja geeks, you can now easily compare the price of your home insurance from the leading insurers with just a few clicks. Best of all, you can buy online and get your policy issued instantly.
Jamalon, Inc. is the largest online bookstore in the Middle East, established in 2010 and headquartered in Amman, Jordan. The company offers a vast selection of over 9.3 million titles in Arabic and English from approximately 30,000 publishers. Jamalon specializes in providing home delivery services and customized payment methods tailored to the needs of customers in the region. Its extensive catalog includes books across various genres from both well-known and emerging authors, enabling publishers to reach a wider audience and facilitating access to literature for readers throughout the Middle East.
Tarjama is a certified translation agency based in Dubai that offers a comprehensive suite of language-related services. Recognizing the importance of effective communication in today's global market, Tarjama provides translation, proofreading, transcription, content writing, and subtitling services, allowing businesses to connect with customers and stakeholders in culturally relevant ways. With a smart language platform, the agency enables organizations to produce and manage multilingual content efficiently, addressing the unique linguistic and cultural needs of the Middle East. By leveraging its expertise, Tarjama helps clients transcend geographic borders and engage effectively in diverse markets.