- Sanabil Investments and 500 Global announce the ninth cohort to support startups in the Middle East and North Africa region
- The Sanabil Accelerator by 500 Global will kick off Cohort 9 on July 2, 2025, in Riyad
June 18th, 2025; Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 500 Global, a multi-stage venture capital firm, and Sanabil Investments, a financial investment company wholly owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), announce the ninth batch of the Sanabil Accelerator by 500 Global.
Program details
This new cohort aims to foster innovation and drive growth across various sectors, including Al, Fintech, Edtech, Climate Tech, SaaS, and Proptech.
Out of 850+ applications received, nine promising companies have been selected for their potential to drive innovation and address critical market needs.
Demo Day will take place on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at Sanabil Hub in Riyadh, with a curated group from the venture capitalist community in attendance.
Building on the success of past batches and the acceleration of 98 startups, the program continues to evolve.
This year’s program included new elements designed to provide a more personalized and focused experience throughout the 12-week journey, helping startups leapfrog and scale.
“Since the inception of the accelerator program we have focused on investing and supporting founders that are aiming to disrupt the norms in the sectors and markets they operate in.
As we progress in our batches, we see a better understanding from founders of the challenges regional and global markets face, as well as a deeper focus on developing the solutions they create to be more user-centered.
We believe that this evolution of market expertise, paired with improved access to technical expertise and resources, has poised these founders with the unique potential to help build startups ready to scale.
Amal Dokhan, Managing Partner at 500 Global ΜΕΝΑ said:
We are very honored to have every founder in this batch and can’t wait to see them thrive and grow”
She add: “Our leadership within the venture capital community is reinforced as more entrepreneurs apply to Sanabil Accelerator by 500 Global than ever before, seeking support to develop their ideas and achieve success in Saudi Arabia and abroad”.
A spokesperson at Sanabil Investments said:
“We are attracting and enabling the brightest minds and best technologies that are improving people’s lives worldwide, fortifying the economy, and making the world a better place for all”.
He add:”We can’t wait to show the region and the world this next wave of innovators, thinkers, and builders”>
The following is the list of Batch 9 companies that have made it through to the final round:
CarbonSifr Al sustainability platform enabling businesses to easily measure and reduce their emissions.
Endi – A stablecoin powered cross border payment platform with instant settlement and minimal fees.
Feesable Technologies Gives SMEs upfront cash for unpaid invoices with same-day credit decisions.
LIVSHO A live-shopping marketplace where sellers auction products in real-time livestreams, turning viewers into instant buyers.
Raff Bridges the gap between sellers and retailers, offering a single platform that simplifies offline/online distribution and inventory management
ReMatch Enables real estate agents to share their buyers and listings with each other to turn lost deals into closed ones.
Schedex A workforce management tool that cuts labor costs for F&B businesses by up to 15%.
Twenty Too Enables retailers to anticipate market demand and optimize pricing strategies by analyzing real-time performance data across millions of SKUs.
Vennre A wealth creation platform that gives high-earners access to private market investments, previously reserved for institutional investors.
With the ninth program group concluding in July, applications for the tenth cohort are open.
Startups from across the MENA region are invited to join a growing community of ambitious founders shaping the future of innovation in the region. Apply here.
About 500 Global
500 Global is a multi-stage venture capital firm with $2.3B in assets under management as of May 2025 that invests in founders building fast-growing technology companies.
We focus on markets where technology, innovation, and capital can unlock long-term value and drive economic growth.
We work closely with key stakeholders and advise governments on how best to support entrepreneurial ecosystems so startups can thrive.
500 Global has backed over 5,000 founders representing more than 3,000+ companies operating in 80+ countries. We have invested in more than 35+ companies valued at over $1 billion and 160+ companies valued at over $100 million (including private, public, and excited companies).
Our 160+ team members are located in 20 countries and bring experience as entrepreneurs, investors, and operators from some of the world’s leading technology companies.
About Sanabil Investments
Sanabil is a financial investment company wholly owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF).
We commit more than USD 3 billion in capital annually into global private investments, including VC/growth and small buyout assets.
We are a dynamic, nimble, and highly experienced team of investment professionals. We provide partners with patient capital, the ability to invest across multiple funding rounds, and access to the region.
At Sanabil, we invest in great ideas, minds, and companies.
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