VentureSouq
General contacts
Investor type
VC
Founded
2013
AUM
$250 M
Location
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026
Profile
early-stage technology companies worldwide, with a strong focus on the FinTech and ClimateTech sectors. It manages multiple funds, including a $50 million MENA FinTech Fund I, which targets fintech and SaaS startups across MENA and Pakistan.
The company's investment strategy encompasses three key areas: FinTech, which includes innovations in financial services; Conscious Investing, supporting companies that address societal and environmental challenges; and Global Seed, funding early-stage technology firms in various sectors. VentureSouq has invested in over 200 companies globally, with notable portfolio companies such as Tabby and Baraka. The firm also plays an active role in the MENA entrepreneurial ecosystem through education and programming, including the region's first impact investing program and the annual Angel Rising investor symposium.
Industry
VentureSouq Funds
| Name | Type |
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Size | AUM | Launch date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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MENA FinTech Fund I
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Venture Capital (VC)
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Financial Services
Fintech
Healthcare Services
Transportation
HealthTech
|
Pre-seed
Seed
|
North America
Middle East
|
$5-10 m
|
$50 M
|
November 2021
|
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VentureSouq Fintech Fund II
|
Venture Capital (VC)
|
Financial Services
Fintech
SaaS
Software
Transportation
|
Pre-seed
Seed
|
North America
Middle East
|
$5-10 m
|
$50 M
|
May 2025
|
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FAQs about VentureSouq
Is VentureSouq a venture capital or private equity firm?
VentureSouq is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed, Pre-seed, Series A, Series B and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $10-50 m.
Where is VentureSouq located?
VentureSouq is located in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
When was VentureSouq founded?
VentureSouq was founded in 2013.
What sectors and industries does VentureSouq invest in?
VentureSouq invests in companies and startups in HealthTech, Software, SaaS, Marketing and Advertising, Healthcare Services, Fintech, Financial Services, Edtech, Foodtech, AI, AgriTech, ClimateTech, Transportation.
What is VentureSouq geographical focus of investments?
VentureSouq invests in companies and startups in Middle East, North America, Asia.
At what stages of companies and startups does VentureSouq typically invest in?
VentureSouq invests in companies and startups at Seed, Pre-seed, Series A, Series B, Late Stage (Series C+).
What is the usual amount of VentureSouq investment?
VentureSouq usually invests $10-50 m on average.
What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for VentureSouq?
VentureSouq has around $250m assets under management.
When was VentureSouq last fund created?
VentureSouq last fund was created/launched in 2025-05-07
What are the contacts of VentureSouq?
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