Sanabil Investments, in partnership with 500 Global, has announced the ninth cohort of the Sanabil Accelerator, a 12-week program designed to fast-track high-potential startups across diverse industries. This latest batch highlights the rapid evolution of Saudi Arabia’s startup ecosystem, and the Kingdom’s ambition to become a global innovation hub.
Chosen from 850+ Applicants
Out of more than 850 applicants, just nine startups made it into this prestigious accelerator. Each one was selected based on its innovation, scalability, and market relevance. These startups span industries such as:
- ✅ Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- ✅ Fintech
- ✅ Climate Tech
- ✅ SaaS
- ✅ Edtech and Proptech
The program culminates in a high-stakes Demo Day on July 2, 2025, at Sanabil Hub in Riyadh, where founders will pitch their businesses to investors, ecosystem leaders, and the media.
A Program Tailored for Growth
Unlike cookie-cutter accelerator models, this year’s cohort will benefit from a more personalized experience. The 12-week journey includes:
- Hands-on mentorship
- Targeted business support
- Investor matchmaking
- Global founder network access
This tailored approach ensures that each startup gets strategic support to fine-tune their products, scale operations, and gain market traction, both regionally and globally.
Backed by Giants: 500 Global & Sanabil
500 Global is a world-renowned venture capital firm that has backed over 2,800 companies across 80+ countries. Known for spotting and scaling early-stage innovation, it brings deep experience to the program.
Sanabil Investments, a financial powerhouse wholly owned by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), brings not just capital but vision. Their partnership underscores the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts under Vision 2030 to diversify the economy through tech-driven entrepreneurship.
Meet the Ninth Cohort
Here’s a quick look at the nine impressive startups making waves in this year’s accelerator:
- CarbonSifr – AI-powered platform that helps businesses measure and cut their carbon emissions.
- Endl – A stablecoin-based cross-border payment platform enabling instant, low-fee transactions.
- Feesable Technologies – Offers SMEs quick cash for unpaid invoices with same-day credit decisions.
- LIVSHO – A real-time livestream shopping marketplace turning viewers into instant buyers.
- Raff – Simplifies inventory and distribution by uniting online and offline channels on one platform.
- ReMatch – Helps real estate agents share listings and buyers to close more deals.
- Schedex – Workforce tool that cuts labor costs in food and beverage businesses by up to 15%.
- TwentyToo – Provides real-time SKU-level analytics to help retailers optimize pricing and demand.
- Vennre – Unlocks private market investment opportunities for high-earners, previously limited to institutions.
Final Thoughts
The ninth Sanabil Accelerator cohort is not just a lineup of startups, it’s a reflection of MENA’s entrepreneurial momentum. With targeted support, top-tier mentorship, and exposure to capital, these founders are better equipped than ever to turn bold ideas into scalable realities.