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Green Power is making big strides in waste management! The company plans to ramp up its production of Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) to 8,000 tons per month by 2026. They're also busy developing key facilities in Edko and El Khanka, and even manufacturing their processing equipment right here in Egypt, creating a truly integrated and sustainable industrial model.
Green Power is making big strides in waste management! The company plans to ramp up its production of Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) to 8,000 tons per month by 2026. They're also busy developing key facilities in Edko and El Khanka, and even manufacturing their processing equipment right here in Egypt, creating a truly integrated and sustainable industrial model.
Velents AI, a Saudi company, is transforming its business, moving beyond just automating HR tasks to become a key player in enterprise AI. This exciting shift comes with a $1.5 million funding boost, a strategic partnership with Claude, and plans for significant solution expansion in 2025 and 2026.
Naran, a UAE-based FinTech founded in 2025 by Paiskhalan Alekseev and Alexander Gubarev, has just raised $10 million in new funding. The company offers a unique 'lease-to-own' model, making it easier for ride-sharing and delivery drivers to own cars or motorcycles through flexible contracts lasting one to five years. This funding will fuel their expansion and help more drivers achieve vehicle ownership.
AgriCash, known for its agricultural financing expertise, is partnering with NoorNation, a leader in clean technology and decentralized energy solutions. This exciting collaboration aims to make renewable energy more accessible to farmers and agricultural communities, helping them adopt sustainable practices and modern tools through flexible payment options.
Lookta, an Egyptian startup, is creating a specialized digital marketplace for home furnishing products. It aims to connect brands with consumers, offering more variety and better value, by addressing the gap between available inventory and family needs.
Axis Pay, an Egyptian fintech company founded in Cairo in April 2021, officially launched its e-wallet by late 2023. It's quickly becoming a key player in Egypt's digital payment landscape, leveraging local technology to offer innovative solutions for both individuals and businesses.
Meet Algebra AI, an Emirati startup that just raised $7 million! They're on a mission to help medium-sized businesses across the Gulf easily adopt AI. Instead of just selling tools, Algebra AI creates and manages custom AI agents to automate everyday company tasks, bridging the gap between complex AI and real-world business needs.
GEEKS STORE is making a big move in the Egyptian tech market! They're expanding their business by forming an exclusive partnership with iFLYTEK to bring cutting-edge AI products to Egypt. This is part of their larger plan to become the go-to platform for global tech brands looking to enter and grow in the local market.
Rasmal Ventures sees Yuno's core strength in its ability to tackle a major challenge in the payments sector: adapting global infrastructure to meet diverse local market requirements. This strategic investment aims to boost digital payment solutions across the Gulf region, reflecting a growing interest in the region's digital payment infrastructure.
Editorial reporting organised by the sectors shaping the MENA ecosystem.
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