Egypt’s startup ecosystem is off to a strong start in 2025, with several investors doubling down on existing bets — and some placing fresh ones. Despite inflationary pressure and foreign currency constraints, early-stage dealmaking in the country has remained resilient.
From fintech to logistics, a growing pool of investors is signalling long-term conviction in Egypt’s tech economy by backing startups for the second or third time. Others have expanded their African mandates to include new Egyptian ventures.
Here are the investors that have already funded Egyptian startups in 2025, and who are likely to re-invest before the year is out.
1. Algebra Ventures (Egypt)
Cairo-based Algebra Ventures has continued its run as Egypt’s most prominent local VC, making new investments in 2025 in fintech startup enza and mobility venture Sylndr. The fund, currently deploying its second $90m vehicle, has reaffirmed its commitment to backing Egyptian founders across fintech, SaaS, and marketplaces.
Base: Egypt
2025 Investments: enza, Sylndr
Focus: Fintech, B2B, mobility
2. Quona Capital (USA)
Quona Capital, a fintech-focused fund out of Washington, D.C., has expanded its Egyptian portfolio in 2025 with follow-on funding for Khazna, and a new investment in enza. The firm remains bullish on Egypt’s underbanked consumer base and digital finance infrastructure.
Base: USA
2025 Investments: enza, Khazna
Focus: Fintech, lending, digital banking
3. BECO Capital (UAE)
BECO Capital, based in Dubai, added to its Egyptian footprint in 2025 with further investment in social commerce platform Taager and brokerage app Thndr. The firm’s strategy aligns with Egypt’s youthful, digital-first consumer population.
Base: UAE
2025 Investments: Taager, Thndr
Focus: Commerce, capital markets, fintech
4. Raed Ventures (Saudi Arabia)
Riyadh-based Raed Ventures has shown exceptional consistency in Egypt, participating in 2025 funding rounds for Grinta, Taager, Sylndr, and Rabbit. Its strong regional network and appetite for digital retail have made it a frequent player in Egypt’s Series A and B deals.
Base: Saudi Arabia
2025 Investments: Grinta, Rabbit, Sylndr, Taager
Focus: Digital retail, logistics, auto-tech
5. Norrsken22 (Sweden)
Africa-focused Norrsken22, backed by European and African LPs, participated in 2025 round for Taager as it continues to back high-growth African startups scaling across borders.
Base: Sweden
2025 Investments: Taager
Focus: B2B platforms, fintech, multi-market growth
6. DisrupTech Ventures (Egypt)
DisrupTech remained active in Egypt in early 2025, investing in AI and fintech firms like Hamilton and Widebot. As one of the few local funds focused exclusively on financial services innovation, DisrupTech is likely to announce more rounds in H2.
Base: Egypt
2025 Investments: Hamilton, Widebot
Focus: Fintech, AI, automation
7. 4DX Ventures (USA/Ghana)
The Africa-focused VC continued its activity in Egypt by backing logistics platform Suplyd and reinvesting in Taager this year. With dual bases in San Francisco and Accra, 4DX is eyeing Egypt as a regional logistics and supply chain hub.
Base: USA/Ghana
2025 Investments: Suplyd, Taager
Focus: E-commerce, logistics
8. Partech Africa (Senegal/France)
Partech’s Africa fund has made two key Egyptian investments in 2025 so far: savings platform MoneyFellows and proptech firm Nawy . The Paris-Dakar VC is seen as a bellwether for smart capital across Francophone and Anglophone Africa.
Base: France/Senegal
2025 Investments: MoneyFellows, Nawy
Focus: Fintech, proptech
9. Endeavor Catalyst (USA)
Endeavor’s co-investment arm participated in 2025 rounds for Thndr, and Taager, all led by entrepreneurs affiliated with the Endeavor network. Although not a lead investor, Endeavor Catalyst’s stamp of approval often signals traction.
Base: USA
2025 Investments: Taager, Thndr
Focus: Late seed to Series B, cross-border
Also active in Egypt in 2025:
- Nclude Fund (Egypt): DPI-backed, invested in Sylndr and MoneyFellows.
- Jedar Capital (USA/Egypt): Backed savings and finance tools like FinCart.io and ElGameya.
- Speedinvest (Austria): Participated in rounds for Khazna.
- Shorooq Partners (UAE): Returned with funding for Nawy.
- COTU Ventures (UAE): Invested in MoneyHash, continuing its fintech thesis.
Investor Origins
| Country | Key 2025 Investors |
|---|---|
| USA | Quona, Endeavor Catalyst, Jedar, 4DX, COTU |
| UAE | BECO, Shorooq, COTU |
| Saudi Arabia | Raed Ventures, Aljazira Capital, Khwarizmi |
| Egypt | Algebra Ventures, DisrupTech, Nclude |
| Sweden | Norrsken22 |
| France | Partech Africa, Digital Africa |
| Austria | Speedinvest |
Sectors Seeing the Most Repeat Capital
- Fintech: Including payments, embedded finance, lending, and savings.
- E-commerce & Logistics: Especially B2B marketplaces and cross-border supply chain tools.
- HealthTech & EdTech: Modest activity but supported by development-finance-aligned capital.
What This Means for Founders
The Egyptian startup ecosystem in 2025 is being shaped by VCs with long-term outlooks. Funds that have already deployed capital this year are staying close to market trends and looking for follow-on opportunities.
Despite macroeconomic headwinds, Egypt remains a top-three investment destination in Africa. Founders with strong local execution and regional potential will likely continue attracting capital — especially in fintech, logistics, and tech-enabled commerce.
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