Enza is a financial services company that specializes in providing innovative payment solutions. With a focus on fostering financial inclusion and encouraging the digitization of payments, Enza aims to serve the vibrant fintech and payments ecosystem in Africa. The company offers a rich API environment, allowing clients to focus on solving business challenges without the need to invest in complex payment infrastructure. Enza's services are designed to meet the needs of African banks and fintech companies, supporting the continent's growing ecommerce and digital payments sector.
Efreshli
Seed Round in 2024
Efreshli is an online interior design firm that offers a virtual decoration tool to help users select and visualize furniture for their spaces. By collaborating with various furniture providers, Efreshli enables customers to create room designs and manage procurement seamlessly. This platform enhances the decision-making process by allowing individuals to see how different furniture arrangements will look in their homes before making a purchase, thereby improving the overall customer experience in interior design.
Cartona is a B2B e-commerce marketplace that connects buyers and sellers across the supply chain. It directly connects retailers with suppliers, wholesalers, and producing companies. The platform enables retailers to browse, compare, and order their merchandise, saving time, money, and effort in their daily operations.
DXwand, LLC is a technology company specializing in artificial intelligence-driven cognitive CRM software. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Cheyenne, Wyoming, the company aims to transform customer relationship management by automating and personalizing online interactions. Its platform enables businesses to manage communications across various social channels, including Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, and websites, by employing intelligent chatbots that engage with customers 24/7. This technology not only facilitates real-time conversations but also generates valuable insights and analytics, supporting data-driven decision-making for enterprise clients. By leveraging AI and machine learning, DXwand's solutions help businesses track orders, respond to customer inquiries, and convert chats into leads, ultimately enhancing growth opportunities and revenue generation.
oliv
Pre Seed Round in 2024
oliv is a digital invoice finance company that serves small and medium-sized enterprises. Its service requires minimal manual engagement from clients and no technical needs.
Mtor
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Mtor is an online marketplace focused on transforming the automotive aftermarket by offering a transparent pricing model for automotive spare parts. The company operates a platform that connects mechanics with a wide selection of automotive parts, facilitating on-demand access and efficient delivery to workshops. By leveraging sophisticated technology solutions, Mtor aims to streamline the procurement process for automotive spare parts, ensuring that clients receive the necessary components quickly and reliably.
Cartona is a B2B e-commerce marketplace that connects buyers and sellers across the supply chain. It directly connects retailers with suppliers, wholesalers, and producing companies. The platform enables retailers to browse, compare, and order their merchandise, saving time, money, and effort in their daily operations.
Sylndr
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Sylndr is an automotive e-commerce marketplace focused on enhancing the used-car market. The company aims to build trust among customers by providing a reliable platform for buying and selling used vehicles. Sylndr offers an extensive selection of high-quality used cars and a variety of financing solutions, positioning itself as the preferred destination for individuals looking to engage in transactions within the used-car sector. Through its innovative approach, Sylndr seeks to ensure transparency and reliability, thereby improving the overall customer experience in the automotive marketplace.
Shift EV is an electric mobility technology startup focused on advancing the adoption of electric vehicles in commercial fleets. The company specializes in the development of electric vehicle batteries and employs proprietary electro-fitting technology to convert conventional vehicles into electric-run models. Shift EV aims to support fleet owners, operators, and financiers by providing critical insights into electric vehicle performance, including operational cost savings, electricity consumption, emissions reduction, available battery range, and mileage. By facilitating the transition to electric-driven fleets, Shift EV contributes to environmental sustainability and the conservation of natural resources, particularly in emerging markets.
Khazna is a mobile application platform designed to enhance financial services for Egyptians, particularly targeting the 50% of the population who are active smartphone users but lack access to traditional banking. The company offers a range of services, including General Purpose Credit, Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL), bill payment, savings, and insurance. Additionally, Khazna enables employers to provide cash advances to employees for unforeseen emergencies and facilitates seamless transfers and withdrawals without transaction fees. By focusing on digitizing cash transactions, Khazna aims to provide convenient, effective, and secure smartphone-based financial solutions, thereby improving the overall financial landscape in Egypt and potentially beyond.
Brimore operates a social commerce platform that connects emerging brand owners with a network of resellers. These resellers market and sell the products of these brands using social media, providing nationwide coverage for the brands. The platform uses data analytics to facilitate this connection between emerging brands and individual distributors across Egypt's 27 governorates, enabling small local manufacturers to directly reach consumers through freelance sales agents.
Orcas Solutions Limited operates an online marketplace that connects parents and students with experienced and reliable private tutors and babysitters in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan. Founded in 2014 and based in Cairo, the company provides a hybrid tutoring platform that offers live tutoring sessions along with personalized learning plans and courses. This approach enables students to receive tailored educational experiences, enhancing their learning and making education more enjoyable. Through its services, Orcas Solutions aims to empower students and support families in finding quality educational and childcare resources.
POSRocket
Venture Round in 2021
POSRocket is a company based in Amman, Jordan, founded in 2016, that specializes in manufacturing cloud-based point-of-sale systems. By replacing traditional cash registers, POSRocket offers merchants an intuitive and user-friendly platform tailored for various sectors, including restaurants, boutique shops, coffee shops, bakeries, salons, spas, and dry cleaners. The system enables business owners to efficiently manage their operations, optimize manpower resources, regulate inventory, and generate comprehensive sales reports. It allows real-time monitoring and management from any device, empowering merchants to enhance their business operations and improve overall efficiency.
Orcas
Venture Round in 2021
Orcas Solutions Limited operates an online marketplace that connects parents and students with experienced and reliable private tutors and babysitters in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan. Founded in 2014 and based in Cairo, the company provides a hybrid tutoring platform that offers live tutoring sessions along with personalized learning plans and courses. This approach enables students to receive tailored educational experiences, enhancing their learning and making education more enjoyable. Through its services, Orcas Solutions aims to empower students and support families in finding quality educational and childcare resources.
GoodsMart
Venture Round in 2021
GoodsMart is a mobile application developed to facilitate the online shopping of groceries and household products. Founded in 2013 and based in Cairo, Egypt, the company aggregates local grocery stores within its platform, allowing users to purchase a range of items including groceries, personal care, and home care products. GoodsMart offers a premium shopping experience with next-day delivery, enabling consumers to enjoy fresh products delivered directly to their homes. By streamlining the grocery shopping process, GoodsMart helps users save both time and money, making daily errands more manageable.
Yodawy Inc. is a Giza-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in developing a medicine delivery and claims management platform. It enables customers to order pharmaceuticals and personal care products through a mobile app, which facilitates delivery via a network of over 500 pharmacies across Egypt. The platform combines an AI-powered approval engine for insurance claims with features like a digital prescription app and a partner portal. Yodawy collaborates with major insurance carriers to automatically apply insurance and copayment benefits for users, streamlining the medication ordering process and enhancing accessibility for patients seeking home delivery of their prescriptions.
Trella
Venture Round in 2021
Trella, established in 2018 and headquartered in Cairo, Egypt, operates an online platform facilitating shipping and transportation services. It connects shippers with carriers, offering technology-driven solutions to enhance drivers' efficiency, boost earnings, and create job opportunities. Trella aims to reduce costs for shippers by improving load utilization, introduce transparent pricing structures, and provide real-time shipment tracking along with performance insights.
Mozare3
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Mozare3 is a startup focused on connecting underserved smallholder farmers with global markets via its agri-fintech platform. It serves over 20 million farmers, providing them access to training programs, market opportunities, and essential supplies like seeds and fertilizers on flexible payment terms. The company facilitates periodic field visits and reports for capacity building and connects farmers directly to agricultural export companies.
Brimore
Seed Round in 2021
Brimore operates a social commerce platform that connects emerging brand owners with a network of resellers. These resellers market and sell the products of these brands using social media, providing nationwide coverage for the brands. The platform uses data analytics to facilitate this connection between emerging brands and individual distributors across Egypt's 27 governorates, enabling small local manufacturers to directly reach consumers through freelance sales agents.
Sakneen
Seed Round in 2021
Sakneen, established in 2019 and headquartered in Cairo, Egypt, operates an online real estate platform. This platform facilitates property searches for users, connecting them with available options on the market. Additionally, Sakneen assists users in exploring suitable financing alternatives. The company aims to streamline transactions between developers, agents, and individuals, primarily focusing on residential properties.
Dsquares
Private Equity Round in 2020
Dsquares LLC is a software development company based in Amman, Jordan, established in 2011, that specializes in designing loyalty programs to enhance customer engagement for various industries, including banking, telecom, retail, and hospitality. The company offers a range of solutions, such as comprehensive loyalty programs, user-friendly couponing options, and interactive directory assistance services. These offerings are aimed at fostering customer retention and encouraging spending, while also enabling businesses to create new revenue streams and deliver a unique customer experience. By focusing on innovative loyalty strategies, Dsquares aims to strengthen the connection between businesses and their consumers.
La Reina
Seed Round in 2020
La Reina is an online fashion rental platform based in Heliopolis, Cairo, Egypt, specializing in the rental of designer wedding and evening dresses, along with accessories. Founded in 2016, the company enables women to rent their bridal gowns and evening attire from one another, providing a diverse selection of designer pieces in various sizes. By facilitating an accessible marketplace for fashion, La Reina caters to those seeking affordable options for special occasions while promoting sustainable practices in the fashion industry.
Brimore
Seed Round in 2020
Brimore operates a social commerce platform that connects emerging brand owners with a network of resellers. These resellers market and sell the products of these brands using social media, providing nationwide coverage for the brands. The platform uses data analytics to facilitate this connection between emerging brands and individual distributors across Egypt's 27 governorates, enabling small local manufacturers to directly reach consumers through freelance sales agents.
Eventtus
Venture Round in 2020
Eventtus is a comprehensive event management platform that streamlines the organization and execution of events for both organizers and attendees. It allows event organizers to quickly input event details, create a dedicated web page, sell tickets, and develop a customized mobile app that enhances the attendee experience. This app provides users with easy access to event schedules, speaker information, and interactive features such as live polls and networking opportunities. Attendees can engage with sessions and speakers, initiate conversations, and exchange contact information directly through the app. By offering tools for event planning, content management, and real-time engagement, Eventtus helps organizers maximize networking opportunities, gather insights, and improve the overall success of their events.
Khazna is a mobile application platform designed to enhance financial services for Egyptians, particularly targeting the 50% of the population who are active smartphone users but lack access to traditional banking. The company offers a range of services, including General Purpose Credit, Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL), bill payment, savings, and insurance. Additionally, Khazna enables employers to provide cash advances to employees for unforeseen emergencies and facilitates seamless transfers and withdrawals without transaction fees. By focusing on digitizing cash transactions, Khazna aims to provide convenient, effective, and secure smartphone-based financial solutions, thereby improving the overall financial landscape in Egypt and potentially beyond.
AutoTager
Pre Seed Round in 2020
AutoTager is a new and used vehicle-focused digital automotive trading and financing company.
Elmenus is a food discovery platform based in Cairo, Egypt, founded in 2011. The company serves over 1 million monthly users by providing a comprehensive application that helps people identify nearby restaurants and explore popular dishes as rated by fellow users. Elmenus combines a social and visual experience, allowing users to browse digitized restaurant menus and engage with a community of food enthusiasts who share photos, reviews, and ratings. The company also maintains offices in several Egyptian cities, including Alexandria, El Mansoura, Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada, El Gouna, El Ain El Sokhna, Ras Sudr, and North Coast. Through its platform, Elmenus aims to facilitate an enjoyable and personalized food discovery experience for its users.
Lucky is a financial services company that operates an app designed to enhance the shopping experience by providing access to credit products, discounts, and cashback rewards. The app allows users to search for and coordinate their shopping, payments, and savings, offering discounts of up to 50% from a variety of merchants. With a mission to transform the shopping and payment landscape in the Middle East and North Africa, Lucky has successfully connected over six million users since its inception. The platform enables customers to utilize credit services and cashback rewards both in-person and online, facilitating easier access to credit while helping them save on purchases.
Yodawy Inc. is a Giza-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in developing a medicine delivery and claims management platform. It enables customers to order pharmaceuticals and personal care products through a mobile app, which facilitates delivery via a network of over 500 pharmacies across Egypt. The platform combines an AI-powered approval engine for insurance claims with features like a digital prescription app and a partner portal. Yodawy collaborates with major insurance carriers to automatically apply insurance and copayment benefits for users, streamlining the medication ordering process and enhancing accessibility for patients seeking home delivery of their prescriptions.
Trella
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Trella, established in 2018 and headquartered in Cairo, Egypt, operates an online platform facilitating shipping and transportation services. It connects shippers with carriers, offering technology-driven solutions to enhance drivers' efficiency, boost earnings, and create job opportunities. Trella aims to reduce costs for shippers by improving load utilization, introduce transparent pricing structures, and provide real-time shipment tracking along with performance insights.
Orcas Solutions Limited operates an online marketplace that connects parents and students with experienced and reliable private tutors and babysitters in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan. Founded in 2014 and based in Cairo, the company provides a hybrid tutoring platform that offers live tutoring sessions along with personalized learning plans and courses. This approach enables students to receive tailored educational experiences, enhancing their learning and making education more enjoyable. Through its services, Orcas Solutions aims to empower students and support families in finding quality educational and childcare resources.
Brimore
Seed Round in 2019
Brimore operates a social commerce platform that connects emerging brand owners with a network of resellers. These resellers market and sell the products of these brands using social media, providing nationwide coverage for the brands. The platform uses data analytics to facilitate this connection between emerging brands and individual distributors across Egypt's 27 governorates, enabling small local manufacturers to directly reach consumers through freelance sales agents.
Dsquares
Venture Round in 2019
Dsquares LLC is a software development company based in Amman, Jordan, established in 2011, that specializes in designing loyalty programs to enhance customer engagement for various industries, including banking, telecom, retail, and hospitality. The company offers a range of solutions, such as comprehensive loyalty programs, user-friendly couponing options, and interactive directory assistance services. These offerings are aimed at fostering customer retention and encouraging spending, while also enabling businesses to create new revenue streams and deliver a unique customer experience. By focusing on innovative loyalty strategies, Dsquares aims to strengthen the connection between businesses and their consumers.
Trella
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Trella, established in 2018 and headquartered in Cairo, Egypt, operates an online platform facilitating shipping and transportation services. It connects shippers with carriers, offering technology-driven solutions to enhance drivers' efficiency, boost earnings, and create job opportunities. Trella aims to reduce costs for shippers by improving load utilization, introduce transparent pricing structures, and provide real-time shipment tracking along with performance insights.
GoodsMart
Series A in 2019
GoodsMart is a mobile application developed to facilitate the online shopping of groceries and household products. Founded in 2013 and based in Cairo, Egypt, the company aggregates local grocery stores within its platform, allowing users to purchase a range of items including groceries, personal care, and home care products. GoodsMart offers a premium shopping experience with next-day delivery, enabling consumers to enjoy fresh products delivered directly to their homes. By streamlining the grocery shopping process, GoodsMart helps users save both time and money, making daily errands more manageable.
Lyve is a community management platform that serves as a bridge between residents, real estate developers, and facility management. By offering a unified and extensible service, the platform enhances communication and engagement among users. It facilitates update alerts and enables residents to connect with one another, fostering a sense of community. Additionally, Lyve's features support improved gate control and the optimization of daily operations, all within a secure environment. This integrated approach aims to streamline community management and enhance the overall living experience for residents.
Little Thinking Minds
Series A in 2018
Little Thinking Minds is an educational technology company focused on enhancing learning outcomes for school-aged children, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa. Originally established to produce literacy content for preschoolers, the company expanded its offerings in 2015 by developing online Arabic literacy solutions tailored for schools, teachers, and students. Its flagship product, I Read Arabic, is recognized as the largest digital reading platform globally, featuring a gamified experience with a vast collection of Arabic children's books from renowned regional publishers. Additionally, the KG Arabic platform supports early learners in acquiring vocabulary and fluency in Arabic. The latest offering, I Start Arabic, targets non-native speakers, equipping them with essential words and phrases for everyday communication. Through these innovative platforms, Little Thinking Minds aims to improve educational experiences while fostering cultural connectedness.
Halan is an Egyptian technology company established in 2017, operating a mobile application that caters to various consumer needs through a single platform. The app offers ride-hailing services for two and three-wheeler vehicles, on-demand logistics solutions, food delivery, and goods transportation via motorbikes or cargo tricycles. Halan also facilitates e-payments and microfinance services for its users. It has partnered with prominent fast-food chains in Egypt to provide last-mile delivery services using smart-tech integrated systems. The company aims to enhance convenience and safety for customers while offering incremental business opportunities for drivers, supporting both large organizations and small businesses in their distribution needs.
FilKhedma
Seed Round in 2018
FilKhedma is the largest home services marketplace in Egypt, specializing in connecting users with reliable service providers for a range of home maintenance and cleaning services. The platform allows users to book quality guaranteed services online, ensuring punctual appointments and transparent pricing. Service providers undergo a thorough onboarding process to ensure they meet the company's standards before receiving orders through a mobile application. FilKhedma caters to both residential and corporate clients, offering skilled technicians for various tasks, including plumbing, carpentry, electrical work, air conditioning, and more. The company operates in three major cities in Egypt, emphasizing convenience and quality in the home services sector.
HolidayMe
Series C in 2018
HolidayMe is an online travel portal established in 2013, operating under the registered trademark of Traveazy DMCC and headquartered in Dubai, UAE. The company specializes in providing a comprehensive online travel booking platform that allows customers to plan their holidays with ease. It offers a wide range of services, including hotel bookings, customized travel packages, and booking vouchers, catering to both B2B and B2C markets. HolidayMe focuses on enhancing the travel experience for its users by providing tailored solutions that meet the diverse needs of travelers. With additional offices in Pune, Jeddah, and Cairo, the company has gained recognition in the travel industry, particularly within the GCC region, for its commitment to quality service and customer satisfaction.
Halan is an Egyptian technology company established in 2017, operating a mobile application that caters to various consumer needs through a single platform. The app offers ride-hailing services for two and three-wheeler vehicles, on-demand logistics solutions, food delivery, and goods transportation via motorbikes or cargo tricycles. Halan also facilitates e-payments and microfinance services for its users. It has partnered with prominent fast-food chains in Egypt to provide last-mile delivery services using smart-tech integrated systems. The company aims to enhance convenience and safety for customers while offering incremental business opportunities for drivers, supporting both large organizations and small businesses in their distribution needs.
Icommunity
Series A in 2018
Community is a community management platform that engages residents in a close gated community while supporting their needs. It is a direct communication tool for neighbors, their home owner association and the community management. By providing prompt facility & security services, useful information and interactive dialogue, the community comes to life as one active society.
La Reina
Seed Round in 2018
La Reina is an online fashion rental platform based in Heliopolis, Cairo, Egypt, specializing in the rental of designer wedding and evening dresses, along with accessories. Founded in 2016, the company enables women to rent their bridal gowns and evening attire from one another, providing a diverse selection of designer pieces in various sizes. By facilitating an accessible marketplace for fashion, La Reina caters to those seeking affordable options for special occasions while promoting sustainable practices in the fashion industry.
POSRocket
Venture Round in 2018
POSRocket is a company based in Amman, Jordan, founded in 2016, that specializes in manufacturing cloud-based point-of-sale systems. By replacing traditional cash registers, POSRocket offers merchants an intuitive and user-friendly platform tailored for various sectors, including restaurants, boutique shops, coffee shops, bakeries, salons, spas, and dry cleaners. The system enables business owners to efficiently manage their operations, optimize manpower resources, regulate inventory, and generate comprehensive sales reports. It allows real-time monitoring and management from any device, empowering merchants to enhance their business operations and improve overall efficiency.
Eventtus is a comprehensive event management platform that streamlines the organization and execution of events for both organizers and attendees. It allows event organizers to quickly input event details, create a dedicated web page, sell tickets, and develop a customized mobile app that enhances the attendee experience. This app provides users with easy access to event schedules, speaker information, and interactive features such as live polls and networking opportunities. Attendees can engage with sessions and speakers, initiate conversations, and exchange contact information directly through the app. By offering tools for event planning, content management, and real-time engagement, Eventtus helps organizers maximize networking opportunities, gather insights, and improve the overall success of their events.
FilKhedma
Seed Round in 2017
FilKhedma is the largest home services marketplace in Egypt, specializing in connecting users with reliable service providers for a range of home maintenance and cleaning services. The platform allows users to book quality guaranteed services online, ensuring punctual appointments and transparent pricing. Service providers undergo a thorough onboarding process to ensure they meet the company's standards before receiving orders through a mobile application. FilKhedma caters to both residential and corporate clients, offering skilled technicians for various tasks, including plumbing, carpentry, electrical work, air conditioning, and more. The company operates in three major cities in Egypt, emphasizing convenience and quality in the home services sector.
GoodsMart
Series A in 2017
GoodsMart is a mobile application developed to facilitate the online shopping of groceries and household products. Founded in 2013 and based in Cairo, Egypt, the company aggregates local grocery stores within its platform, allowing users to purchase a range of items including groceries, personal care, and home care products. GoodsMart offers a premium shopping experience with next-day delivery, enabling consumers to enjoy fresh products delivered directly to their homes. By streamlining the grocery shopping process, GoodsMart helps users save both time and money, making daily errands more manageable.
Elmenus is a food discovery platform based in Cairo, Egypt, founded in 2011. The company serves over 1 million monthly users by providing a comprehensive application that helps people identify nearby restaurants and explore popular dishes as rated by fellow users. Elmenus combines a social and visual experience, allowing users to browse digitized restaurant menus and engage with a community of food enthusiasts who share photos, reviews, and ratings. The company also maintains offices in several Egyptian cities, including Alexandria, El Mansoura, Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada, El Gouna, El Ain El Sokhna, Ras Sudr, and North Coast. Through its platform, Elmenus aims to facilitate an enjoyable and personalized food discovery experience for its users.
Eventtus
Venture Round in 2016
Eventtus is a comprehensive event management platform that streamlines the organization and execution of events for both organizers and attendees. It allows event organizers to quickly input event details, create a dedicated web page, sell tickets, and develop a customized mobile app that enhances the attendee experience. This app provides users with easy access to event schedules, speaker information, and interactive features such as live polls and networking opportunities. Attendees can engage with sessions and speakers, initiate conversations, and exchange contact information directly through the app. By offering tools for event planning, content management, and real-time engagement, Eventtus helps organizers maximize networking opportunities, gather insights, and improve the overall success of their events.
Sylndr is an automotive e-commerce marketplace focused on enhancing the used-car market. The company aims to build trust among customers by providing a reliable platform for buying and selling used vehicles. Sylndr offers an extensive selection of high-quality used cars and a variety of financing solutions, positioning itself as the preferred destination for individuals looking to engage in transactions within the used-car sector. Through its innovative approach, Sylndr seeks to ensure transparency and reliability, thereby improving the overall customer experience in the automotive marketplace.