Egyptian fintech ElGameya Secures 7-Figure Investment Led by AYADY for Investment and Development

Egyptian fintech ElGameya Secures 7-Figure Investment Led by AYADY for Investment and Development

Cairo, Egypt – ElGameya, Egypt’s leading fintech platform digitizing the traditional ROSCA savings model, today announced the successful closing of a new 7-figure USD investment round, aiming to accelerate the development of its technology platform. The round was led by AYADY for Investment and Development, with participation from prominent investors including Jedar Capital, Cubit Ventures, Ventures Notes, P-Maestro and a […]

Egypt’s used-car marketplace Sylndr Raises US$15.7mln Series A to Build Egypt’s Leading Mobility Platform

Egypt’s used-car marketplace Sylndr Raises US$15.7mln Series A to Build Egypt’s Leading Mobility Platform

Fresh equity fuels Sylndr’s drive to reimagine car ownership in markets where trust, liquidity, and infrastructure gaps have long constrained both consumers and dealers. Sylndr, Egypt’s leading used-car marketplace, today announced the closing of its $15.7 million Series A equity round, led by Development Partners International (DPI) Venture Capital via the Nclude Fund, with participation […]

Egypt lending marketplace Qardy Acquired by Catalyst Partners ME (SPME) in $23 Million SPAC Deal

Egypt lending marketplace Qardy Acquired by Catalyst Partners ME (SPME) in $23 Million SPAC Deal

Qardy, Egypt’s pioneering digital lending marketplace, is thrilled to announce that it is set to be acquired by Catalyst Partners Middle East (CPME) through a landmark Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) acquisition, valued at approximately EGP 1.16 billion (USD 23.15 million). This proposed transaction represents Egypt’s first-ever SPAC acquisition, positioning Qardy to become the nation’s inaugural fintech […]

Immersive Media Startup VUZ Secures $12 Million from IFC to Expand in Africa, Asia, and U.S

Immersive Media Startup VUZ Secures $12 Million from IFC to Expand in Africa, Asia and USA

Dubai, United Arab Emirate: VUZ, the world’s leading immersive media company, has secured the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, to invest in its $12M Pre-Series C funding round. This strategic investment positions VUZ for accelerated global growth in immersive live streaming and content, AI-driven streaming technologies, and live spatial experiences, building on the next generation […]

AI Infrastructure startup Flam raises $14M in Series A led by RTP Global to expand to the Middle East

AI Infrastructure startup Flam raises $14M in Series A led by RTP Global to expand to the Middle East

Source: Entrepreneur India AI infrastructure startup Flam has raised USD 14 million in a Series A funding round led by RTP Global, with participation from Dovetail and other strategic investors. This brings the San Francisco- and Bengaluru-based startup’s total funding to USD 22 million since its founding in 2021. The fresh capital will be deployed […]

Amwal Capital Partners Launches $150 Million Shariah-Compliant Financing Fund to Support SMEs in GCC

Amwal Capital Partners Launches $150 Million Shariah-Compliant Financing Fund to Support SMEs in GCC

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Amwal Capital Partners, an independent alternative investment firm with offices in Dubai and Riyadh, today announced the successful launch and first close of its Shariah-compliant financing fund. The fund is designed to address the rising demand for ethical, Shariah-compliant financing solutions from investors, and flexible capital for small and medium-sized enterprises […]

UAE’s AqlanX secures $10mln investment from DoxAI to launch Arabic-first enterprise AI in the Middle East

UAE’s AqlanX secures $10mln investment from DoxAI to launch Arabic-first enterprise AI in the Middle East

HE Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi: “This collaboration demonstrates the power of the NextGen FDI program and underscores our commitment to fostering an innovative ecosystem.” Dubai, UAE: AqlanX, a UAE-based artificial intelligence company, today announced a US$10 million investment from Lakeba Group through their venture DoxAI, marking a significant milestone in the region’s digital transformation journey. The […]

Indian Flipspaces secures $35 million to expand Tech-Led Commercial Interior Design Operations in the UAE

Indian Flipspaces secures $35 million to expand Tech-Led Commercial Interior Design Operations in the UAE

Tech-led commercial interior design and build startup Flipspaces has secured USD 35 million in a fresh funding round comprising a mix of primary and secondary capital. The round was led by Iron Pillar, with continued backing from Prudent Investment Managers and new participation from Synergy Capital. Founded in 2015 by Kunal Sharma, Ankur Muchhal, Vikash […]

UAE-based metabolic health company Endocare Secures Financing to Drive Middle East Expansion

UAE-based metabolic health company Endocare Secures Financing to Drive Middle East Expansion

Dubai, UAE: Endocare, a leading metabolic health company dedicated to transforming lives by bridging innovative treatments with personalised care, has proudly announced the successful closing of its financing for its Middle East expansion. The milestone marks a significant step as the company progresses to scale its operations while simultaneously advancing its mission of delivering cutting-edge healthcare […]

Attijariwafa Ventures Invests $1.5 Million in Tunisian Fintech Startup Konnect Networks

Attijariwafa Ventures Invests $1.5 Million in Tunisian Fintech Startup Konnect Networks

Casablanca/Tunis — In a significant move to bolster fintech innovation across Africa, Attijariwafa Ventures—the corporate venture arm of Attijariwafa Bank Group and Wafa Assurance—has announced a $1.5 million investment in Konnect Networks, a rapidly growing Tunisian fintech startup. The funding round drew participation from several prominent investors, including Utopia Capital Management, 54 Collective, Visa, Plug and […]