Startup News and Stories fostering insights into various sectors (Fintech, Edtech, Logistics, etc.) of MENA (Middle East & North Africa) – majorly Abu Dhabi, Dubai, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Bahrain, Lebanon, Palestine, and Qatar among others.
Saudi proptech startup Ghanem has raised $7.1 million from Al-Romaih Group to expand its fractional real estate investment platform, enhance its technology, and accelerate product development under REGA’s regulatory sandbox.
Ayesha Shaik, known as the UAE’s “First Phonics Teacher,” has grown from a Year-1 educator into a prominent advocate for literacy, teacher development, and inclusive learning, building a community-driven movement across the region.
Registrations of Indian companies with the Abu Dhabi Chamber have surged at a 38.4% CAGR since 2019, reaching 17,457 active members by September 2025 — underscoring Abu Dhabi’s rising appeal as a business hub.
WakeCap has acquired Brazil-based Trackfy to accelerate its expansion into Latin America and extend its project intelligence platform beyond construction into industrial operations, strengthening its position at the intersection of AI, IoT, and global infrastructure growth.
Bahrain’s leading tech and talent accelerator strengthens the nation’s cybersecurity ecosystem with advanced AI and cloud defense training at the Arab International Cybersecurity Conference & Exhibition.
Global consultancy SBI has entered Saudi Arabia with AstroLabs, strengthening its presence in the region’s booming AI and data sector. The Riyadh office marks a key step in supporting Vision 2030 and driving innovation-led transformation.
At Glamour’s 2025 Women of the Year Awards, Ms. Rachel honored Gaza’s children with an embroidered dress and a heartfelt message on empathy, justice, and compassion that moved the audience to a standing ovation.
DisrupTech Ventures invests in Morocco’s Chari, turning local shops into fintech access points. The fund joins Chari’s board to boost financial inclusion and digital innovation across Africa.
BRKZ has secured a $30 million growth debt from Stride Ventures to expand financing solutions for Saudi Arabia’s booming construction sector, empowering contractors and driving Vision 2030 projects.
Jeel, the innovation arm of Riyad Bank, joins forces with Mambu to boost Saudi Arabia’s fintech ecosystem through the Jeel Sandbox, advancing Vision 2030 and Banking-as-a-Service.
Doha Bank partners with PayTabs Group to strengthen Qatar’s digital commerce ecosystem, empowering SMEs and advancing the nation’s cashless economy vision.
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