IMENA
General contacts
Investor type
VC
Founded
2013
AUM
$135 M
Location
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026
Profile
iMENA Group operates online and mobile businesses for consumers and enterprises in the high-growth, under-served market of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), creating value for our users, investors and communities.
We were established in 2013 with the objective of becoming MENA's Internet leader by focusing on early-win business models with large regional markets and barriers to entry, and enabling their growth and expansion through a regional platform of strategic and operational services.
Industry
IMENA Funds
| Name | Type |
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Size | AUM | Launch date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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iMENA Holdings Fund
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Venture Capital (VC)
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Financial Services
Fintech
Food and Beverage
Foodtech
Real Estate
Transportation
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Pre-seed
Seed
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Middle East
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$5-10 m
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$135 M
|
April 2025
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FAQs about IMENA
Is IMENA a venture capital or private equity firm?
IMENA is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Series B, writing tickets of $10-50 m.
Where is IMENA located?
IMENA is located in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
When was IMENA founded?
IMENA was founded in 2013.
What sectors and industries does IMENA invest in?
IMENA invests in companies and startups in Internet and Web Services, IT Services, Business Services (B2B), Consumer Products, Consumer Services (B2C), Digital, Financial Services, Fintech, Mobile/Apps, Software, Technology, Energy, Food and Beverage, Foodtech, Real Estate, Transportation.
What is IMENA geographical focus of investments?
IMENA invests in companies and startups in Middle East, Africa.
At what stages of companies and startups does IMENA typically invest in?
IMENA invests in companies and startups at Series B.
What is the usual amount of IMENA investment?
IMENA usually invests $10-50 m on average.
What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for IMENA?
IMENA has around $135m assets under management.
When was IMENA last fund created?
IMENA last fund was created/launched in 2025-04-21
What are the contacts of IMENA?
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