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MENA Venture Investments

Founded 2010 Website
Cheque SizeFrom $3M
Stages3
Industries7
Markets20
Stated Portfolio20
Operating Since2010 (16y)

About MENA Venture Investments

MENA Venture Investments (MVI) is a venture capital firm specializing in angel investments, focusing on early-stage startups with strong growth potential in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and beyond. The firm collaborates with entrepreneurs to build solid, scalable businesses, ensuring access to capital at early stages to fuel their growth. Beyond financial investment, MVI offers support through mentorship, access to markets, networks, and clients, as well as cross-border operational support. Established in 2010, MVI has invested in over 70 companies across various sectors, including e-commerce, analytics, entertainment, mobile, SaaS, logistics, and technology. The firm's portfolio includes notable companies such as Souq.com, which was acquired by Amazon in 2017, and Careem, which was acquired by Uber in 2020. MVI's investments have contributed to the growth and success of numerous startups in the MENA region, demonstrating its commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. MVI's investment strategy focuses on identifying and supporting promising startups at the seed and early growth stages, providing them with the necessary resources and guidance to scale their operations. The firm's extensive network and expertise in the MENA region enable it to offer valuable insights and connections to its portfolio companies, enhancing their prospects for success in a competitive market.

Investment Mandate

Investment Stages3

Asset Classes1

Geographical Focus

Other stated markets12

United Arab EmiratesSaudi ArabiaQatarKuwaitOmanLebanonBahrainJordanIraqPalestineYemenSyria

Requirements

Strong growth potential, Scalable business model, Innovative solutions, Experienced founding team, Alignment with MVI's investment sectors

Stated Portfolio20

Careem
Property Finder
The Entertainer
The Luxury Closet
Fetchr
Snoonu
Mumzworld
Zid
JumiaCorporate
Souq.com
Talabat
Cinemacity
Namshi
Sprii
Ounass
Yallacompare
Jabbar Internet Group
Wadi.com
JadoPado
YallaBanana

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TypeVenture Capital
Founded2010
Minimum Cheque$3M