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Saudi Arabia Leads MENA Startup Funding with $49.5 Million in a Week

The MENA startup ecosystem had a bustling week from May 9-16, 2026, with 9 announced investment deals totaling around $49.5 million. These exciting investments were spread across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar, showcasing strong regional activity and growth.

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Saudi Arabia Leads MENA Startup Funding with $49.5 Million in a Week

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region saw a flurry of activity from May 9 to 16, 2026, with 9 announced investment deals in startups. These deals collectively brought in about $49.5 million in funding, distributed across various sectors like FinTech, HealthTech, Real Estate Tech, Cybersecurity, E-commerce, Tourism, and Smart Financial Technologies.

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