The UAE is a country in the Middle East known for its significant investments in technology and innovation, particularly in AI.
North Africa rises on deals as MENA AI funding hits $858 million
The MENA region's AI sector attracted $858 million in funding in 2025, nearly double the previous year's amount. AI funding accounted for 22% of total venture capital deployed across MENA in 2025.
The Impact of Famunera from Uganda to the UAE
Famunera connects Ugandan farmers with agribusiness financiers in the UAE. The startup facilitates cooperatives in the Netherlands to procure produce from African farmers.
Egypt’s Potcast Raises Funding Round Through Shark Tank
Egypt-based podcast production company, The Potcast Productions Company (TPP), has raised an undisclosed amount of funding through the Shark Tank program. TPP plans to expand into regional markets, starting with Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
