500 Global and Sanabil Investments have unveiled Batch 10 of the Sanabil Accelerator, marking another milestone in their mission to support high potential startups across the MENA region. The cohort reflects the growing maturity of the regional ecosystem and highlights a new generation of founders building scalable technology solutions for global markets.
A Cohort Selected for Global Potential
The program received more than seven hundred applications. Only nine companies made the final cut. The selection team looked for strong traction, real customer insight, and technology that could scale fast. The chosen startups operate across key sectors that include:
- Artificial intelligence
- Cybersecurity
- Data infrastructure
- E commerce
- E commerce enablement
- Fintech
- Martech
These companies will present live at Demo Day on December 17, 2025, in front of a curated group from the global venture capital community.
An Accelerator Model Built for Speed
The Sanabil Accelerator has supported one hundred and seven startups since launch. With Batch 10, the program introduced a more execution driven model. The goal was to help founders move faster, shorten cycles, and improve revenue outcomes. The updated structure involved:
- Rapid iteration cycles
- Direct exchange of insights among founders
- Hands on operator support focused on execution
- Practical guidance that helps teams reach customers faster
The program aimed to create speed instead of offering only knowledge sessions.
Strong Confidence in MENA’s Startup Growth
Leaders from both organizations highlighted the momentum of the region. Amal Dokhan, Managing Partner at 500 Global MENA, noted the rise of returning founders who previously exited startups from earlier batches. She said this marks a new phase of maturity for the region.
Sanabil Investments also emphasized the rise in ambition among Saudi founders. The organization continues to provide capital, networks, and operational guidance to help startups scale globally. The team believes these innovations will support economic diversification and create new opportunities across the Kingdom and beyond.
Introducing Batch 10: The Selected Startups
Batch 10 features nine companies building high growth solutions:
- Edufi. A buy now, pay later product for education from Pakistan.
- Governata. Helps organizations adopt Gen AI more efficiently by improving and governing data quality.
- Local. A QR payment platform that enables businesses to complete payments in ten seconds.
- Maison Safqa. Converts overstock into revenue through online flash events for premium and luxury brands.
- Raspire. A no code platform that secures mobile apps and protects user data.
- Scenario X. An AI and quantum platform that improves risk decisions in financial institutions.
- Seen AI. Boosts brand visibility in AI search results and converts prompts into profits.
- ShipTag. Helps local e commerce brands sell globally by managing localization, payments, and shipping.
- WOW AI. Saves e commerce merchants time by managing promotions, orders, and products through chat.
A Growing Pathway for MENA Founders
With Batch 10 completing in December, applications for the next cycle are already open. Startups across the region can join a community committed to shaping the future of innovation and building high performing companies from MENA to the world.