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🚀 Did you know?  Saudi Arabia's tech scene is on fire! Did you hear about the $1.2 billion poured into startups last year?  Seems like every week an innovation hub or accelerator program is popping up. What is the Potential? • Saudi Arabia invested $1.2 billion in startups last year • European tech companies can tap into this growing market • Opportunities for collaboration with local startups and knowledge transfer • Access to a young, tech-savvy population eager for innovative solutions If you're in tech, KSA might just be your next big move. What do you think - is Saudi the new Silicon Valley? Are you ready to ride this digital wave?  #SaudiTech #DigitalTransformation #bluewadi #incorporateksa #2030vision

Nine Kenyan startups have been shortlisted to participate in the Spark Accelerator Programme jointly created by Safaricom PLC, M-PESA Africa, and Sumitomo Corporation and implemented by iHub Nairobi. The programme seeks to enable founders in scaling their commercially viable businesses by helping them access markets, technology, product development support, and capital. Here are the selected startups: 💸 Embedded Finance Category 🚀 Chumz.io 🚀 nobuk 🛠 SME Productivity Tools Category 🚀 chpter. 🚀 FaidiHR 🚀 Churpy Inc. 🚀 Twiva 💹 Future Fintech Category 🚀 VunaPay 💻 Content Category 🚀 HealthX Africa 🚀 BlackRhino VR Speaking about the programme, Peter Ndegwa C.B.S, Safaricom CEO, said: "Leveraging technology to drive meaningful innovation is a strong premise under which the Spark Accelerator program was founded. By supporting and investing in these tech-enabled startups, we aim to drive significant societal change and economic growth. We are excited to work with visionary founders who represent the promise of tomorrow and to see the impact they will create in their respective sectors." Via CIO Africa by dx5. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dtN4AVHT #startups #accelerator #acceleratorprogram #africanstartups #innovation #tech

You heard it first from Mohamad Fouad, one of the most exuberant Egyptian you’ll ever meet 😄 interestingly LyfPlus Limited will be effectively represented as well. You can’t miss this 👇👇👇 Detailed below 👇👇 🚀🚀 Startupbootcamp AfriTech Startupbootcamp

If you are knocking doors for a new #market , do not miss this panel. We will talk about opportunities in different regions for #startups and #hitech products. Global Startup Awards worked on this panel as a real need. #middleeast , #africa , #europe and #asia markets will be analized by panelists. Join us! #middleeaststartupawards #istanbul #oman #kuwait #internationalization #bventure #technology Jo Griffiths Kim Balle Luiza Gurdeva Omar Abedin Kaan Eren Start-IST Lejla Omerinović

We’re very excited to welcome Qweam as an Investment Partner in our Startups Without Borders Summit! Qewam is a Saudi company that has been fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the MENA region with its digital products and consulting services since its launch in 2020. Led by its CEO, Wael Altorabi, and a multicultural team of experts, Qewam is driven by the strategy to explore and tailor value propositions and collaborative business models for its clients and partners, knowing that to build and grow sustainable, impactful, and dynamic ecosystems, the startup ecosystem stakeholders must collaborate and enable each other. Qewam enables startup organizations with QewamX, an all-in-one platform, to optimize resources, build communities, and make data-driven decisions. Also, it helps startup founders to skip the 90% startup failure rate using qPioneers, a one-stop shop toward success, providing AI-enabled and tailored support for the founders. Hasan Qasem Wael Altorabi ⚡ Become a partner and make waves in the world’s top transnational summit next 10 &11 May at Kamelizer Spaces - District 5 📌 LINKS IN COMMENTS #startupswithoutborders #SWBsummit2024 #partnership #sponsors #investment #entrepreneurship #events #tech #AI #empowerment

Investment across MENA continues to rise! From UAE to Egypt and Saudi Arabia, Q3 shows strong growth in funding for startups across the region. Want to stay updated on the latest trends and insights in MENA’s startup ecosystem? Follow us for more investment news. #neurobay #infographic #Q3 #insights

As an African Founder building in the African continent, understanding market research, customer research, MVP development is crucial. Below are strategies to employ in validating your concept and scaling your product and business for success. At KeekStat, we aim to support you with the right knowledge and resources to build and scale your vision. Our free consultation is still ongoing, leverage the opportunity by clicking the link below, let's brainstorm your solution. https://lnkd.in/dyNexNY3 (Sign Up for Free Consultation) Also visit our page https://lnkd.in/dbgmjfhe, to find out more about KeekStat Together, let’s shape the future of Africa, one startup at a time. #Africa #Startups #Innovation #Marketresearch Y Combinator

🚀 𝟱 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝘂𝗯𝗮𝗶 🚀 Dubai has become a global hotspot for tech startups. Here’s why it’s ideal for tech entrepreneurs: 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 💸 Dubai’s active investment network, with events like GITEX, connects startups to essential funding for growth. 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗜𝗧 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 🏙 With cutting-edge tech facilities like Dubai Silicon Oasis, startups have access to scalable, high-tech resources. 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝗼𝗹 🌍 Dubai attracts top talent from around the world, bringing diverse skills and expertise to fuel innovation. 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 & 𝗧𝗮𝘅 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 🏦 Dubai’s government offers funding and mentorship programs, along with tax-free zones, making it easier for startups to thrive. Dubai provides the perfect blend of investment, talent, and support for tech startups to flourish. 🌟 #DubaiTechHub #StartupEcosystem #InvestInDubai #DubaiInnovation #TechStartups #GlobalEntrepreneurs #DubaiBusiness #VentureCapital #TaxFreeZones #DubaiOpportunities #GovSupport #GlobalTalent #ITInfrastructure #DubaiFuture #BusinessGrowthDubai #OryxAdvisory #DubaiSuccess #LaunchInDubai #TechGrowth #EntrepreneurialEcosystem

📢 Hear from the experts! Global Startup Awards Africa Jury members are carefully selected based on their industry expertise to review and rate applications based on specific criteria to identify the winners at each stage of the competition. Here's what one of our jurors had to say about their experience: "African Entrepreneurs pave the way for the continent's future, and this year's Startup of the Year competition has shown that very well. The diversity in business ambitions is impressive, and besides agritech, education, and fintech solutions - pharmacy, eMobility, and aerospace have started playing a stronger role. They are truly making a difference in their communities, countries, regions, and beyond. Africa rises and startups are instrumental in this development." - Guido Schwartz Global Startup Awards Global Innovation Initiative Group #startups #innovation #agritech #education #fintech #healthtech #mobility #logistics #communities #africa #jurymember #quote

Discover the top accelerators across the MENA region that are driving innovation and supporting startups on their journey to success: 1. 🇦🇪 Hub71 (UAE) Leading the way in Abu Dhabi, Hub71 offers startups unparalleled access to global opportunities, funding, and a vibrant community. 2. 🇸🇦 Misk 500 MENA Accelerator (Saudi Arabia) Misk Entrepreneurship propels tech-enabled startups in Saudi Arabia with vital mentorship, funding, and market access to help them scale. 3. 🇶🇦 Qatar Business Incubation Center (QBIC) (Qatar) Qatar Business Incubation Center (QBIC) transforms entrepreneurial ideas into successful businesses in Qatar through comprehensive support and innovative programs. 4. 🇴🇲 otf Wadi Accelerator (Oman) Oman Technology Fund Wadi in Oman empowers startups with strategic funding and guidance to achieve market fit and sustainable growth. 5. 🇪🇬 Flat6Labs Cairo (Egypt) Flat6Labs Cairo nurtures Egypt’s startup ecosystem, offering seed funding and resources to bring ideas to life. 🔗 At InnovaMENA, we’re proud to collaborate with these leading accelerators, fostering innovation across the MENA region. 🌟 #WeBuildTheFutureOfInnovation #InnovaMENA #StartupEcosystem #MENA #Innovation #BusinessGrowth #VentureBuilding #GlobalPartnerships