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Arzan Venture Capital

Asia, Al Kuwayt, Kuwait, Kuwait

Description

Arzan Venture Capital is a prominent Kuwait-based venture capital firm with a strong focus on early-stage technology startups across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Established with the mission to identify and nurture innovative tech teams, Arzan VC primarily targets companies in their Pre-Seed, Seed, and Series A funding rounds. The firm is sector-agnostic but shows a clear preference for disruptive technologies and scalable business models that address significant market opportunities within the region. Their investment philosophy extends beyond capital injection, emphasizing strategic support, mentorship, and leveraging their extensive network to help portfolio companies achieve rapid growth and market leadership.

Arzan Venture Capital has built a reputation as an active and influential investor in the MENA startup ecosystem. Their portfolio boasts a diverse range of successful companies spanning various sectors, including e-commerce, fintech, logistics, and SaaS. Notable investments include regional players like Eyewa, Sarwa, Floward, and Nana Direct, demonstrating their commitment to backing ventures with high potential for regional impact and expansion. The firm's consistent activity underscores its dedication to fostering innovation; for instance, Arzan VC was notably active in 2021, participating in 12 deals across the MENA region, solidifying its position among the top venture investors.

Typically, Arzan Venture Capital deploys first checks ranging from $250,000 to $1,000,000, aligning with the capital needs of early-stage startups seeking to validate their product-market fit and scale initial operations. With over 25 investments in its portfolio, the firm demonstrates a broad reach and a strategic approach to building a diversified portfolio of high-growth tech companies. Arzan VC's hands-on approach and deep regional expertise make it a valuable partner for founders looking to navigate the complexities of the MENA market and accelerate their venture's trajectory.

Investor Profile

Arzan Venture Capital has backed more than 21 startups, with 2 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 2 rounds, about 10% of its total and boasts 8 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series D rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Egypt.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Information Technology, SaaS.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $250K – $1M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (62%)
  • Series A (24%)
  • Series D (5%)
  • Series B (5%)
  • Convertible Note (5%)

Country Focus

  • United Arab Emirates (43%)
  • Saudi Arabia (19%)
  • Egypt (14%)
  • Jordan (10%)
  • Kenya (5%)
  • United Kingdom (5%)
  • United States (5%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Information Technology
  • Saas
  • Apps
  • Financial Services
  • E-commerce
  • Internet
  • Mobile Apps
  • Payments
  • Predictive Analytics
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Arzan Venture Capital frequently co-invest with?

VentureSouq
Asia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Co-Investments: 2
Dubai Angel Investors
Asia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Co-Investments: 3
Shorooq Partners
Asia, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi
Co-Investments: 5
Global Ventures
Asia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Co-Investments: 2
Endeavor Catalyst
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 3
Sawari Ventures
Africa, Al Qahirah, Egypt, Cairo
Co-Investments: 3
500 Global
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 3
Oman Technology Fund
Asia, Masqat, Oman, Muscat
Co-Investments: 2
BECO Capital
Asia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Co-Investments: 3
Dtec Ventures
Asia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does Arzan Venture Capital often collaborate with?

CD
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
KA
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
JM
North America, United States
Shared Deals: 1
CG
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
Michael Lahyani
Asia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
ED
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Arzan Venture Capital?

Yasmina

Riyadh, Ar Riyad, Saudi Arabia

Yasmina offers AI-driven Embedded Insurance

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Embedded SoftwareGenerative AIInformation TechnologyInsuranceMobile Apps
SeedJul 13, 2025
Amount Raised: $2,000,000
Revenya Capital

Riyadh, Ar Riyad, Saudi Arabia

Revenya Capital is capable of delivering rapid, data-driven financing decisions.

FinanceFinancial Services
SeedNov 5, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,000,000
Hulexo

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

A smart, low-code ERP System for the retail sector.

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)Enterprise SoftwarePoint of SaleRetail TechnologySaaS
SeedSep 1, 2024
Money Fellows

Cairo, Al Qahirah, Egypt

MoneyFellows is a collaborative money management and lending platform digitizing ROSCAs offering users competitive financial solutions.

CreditFinancial ServicesSoftware
Series BOct 30, 2022
Amount Raised: $31,000,000
Subsbase

Cairo, Al Qahirah, Egypt

Empower your business with Subsbase: the intuitive recurring revenue and subscription management platform for revenue growth.

Information TechnologyManagement ConsultingPaymentsSoftwareSubscription Service
SeedAug 25, 2022
Amount Raised: $2,400,000
Repzo

Amman, Amman, Jordan

Repzo is a mobile employee management and CRM platform that turns device into a standalone field force management tool.

AppsCloud ComputingCRMField SupportInformation TechnologyMobileMobile AppsSaaSSales AutomationSoftware
Convertible NoteApr 28, 2022
Amount Raised: $1,400,000
Lucky

Cairo, Al Qahirah, Egypt

Lucky is an app for credit products, offers and cashback rewards.

AppsCreditPayments
Series AMar 20, 2022
Amount Raised: $25,000,000
Retailo Technologies

Riyadh, Ar Riyad, Saudi Arabia

Retailo Technologies is an online B2B marketplace that aims to technologically supercharge retail supply chain in the MENAP region.

B2BE-CommerceMarketplacePredictive AnalyticsRetail
Series AFeb 1, 2022
Amount Raised: $29,000,000
Merit Incentives

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Merit Incentives provides gifts, rewards and engagement strategies using innovative technologies in the MENA region.

Employee BenefitsInformation Technology
Series ANov 8, 2021
Amount Raised: $4,985,830
Klaim

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Klaim is an InsureTech platform offering a SaaS medical claim management and financing platform all in one.

Financial ServicesFinTechHealth InsuranceInsurTechSaaS
SeedSep 8, 2021
Amount Raised: $1,600,000