Sanabil from Orbit Accelerator Launched to Support Startups in MENA

- Launch of Business Accelerator in Partnership Between Orbit Startups and Sanabil Investments
The accelerator, named Sanabil from Orbit, is a dedicated program to support startups in Saudi Arabia and the MENA region. - The program focuses on supporting sectors such as fintech, healthcare, e-commerce, and logistics.
- The initial funding for startups participating in the Sanabil from Orbit Accelerator is estimated at $100,000.
Orbit Startups and Sanabil Investments have announced the launch of the “Sanabil from Orbit Accelerator,” a program dedicated to supporting early-stage startups in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
This program aims to provide essential support to global startups seeking to expand into these emerging markets.
The initiative marks a strategic step toward fostering entrepreneurship and innovation in the region, with the organizing companies striving to create a competitive and sustainable environment that enables startups to grow and scale more rapidly.
The program targets several key economic sectors witnessing significant growth in the region, including fintech, healthcare, e-commerce, mobility, and logistics.
This diversity in focus sectors is one of the program’s standout features, offering startups the opportunity to tap into various fields representing future opportunities in the digital and technological economy.
The accelerator is the second launched by Sanabil Investments since 2021.
It focuses on “Pre-Seed” startups, providing the initial funding needed to support their innovations and turn their ideas into scalable projects.
Meanwhile, the “Sanabil from 500 Global” accelerator concentrates on “Seed” stage companies, reflecting the diversity in support and investment mechanisms provided to startups at different stages of development.
This distribution across accelerators showcases an integrated strategy to fund startups from their inception to advanced growth stages, offering comprehensive support in areas such as mentorship and strategic guidance.
A key feature of the “Sanabil from Orbit Accelerator” program is its investment opportunities.
Participating startups will receive an initial investment of $100,000, with the possibility of additional funding contingent on the success and sustainability of their projects.
This initial funding equips startups with the capital necessary to develop their ideas and execute their strategies—crucial for success in a highly competitive market.
The program also includes a variety of initiatives and activities aimed at accelerating growth.
A four-month acceleration period offers specialized consultations and training workshops in areas such as sales, marketing, and product development to meet market needs.
Additionally, technical and administrative support is provided to prepare startups for long-term investment opportunities.
Among the program’s most notable advantages is the provision of permanent membership in the Orbit and Sanabil ecosystems.
This grants startups access to an extensive network of global partners, mentors, and investors.
Such a network serves as a powerful support system for entrepreneurs, enabling them to benefit from the experiences and expertise of others across diverse fields.
The program also features a mentoring initiative held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia’s hub of innovation and entrepreneurship.
Participants will have the chance to engage directly with experts from various fields, enhancing their prospects for success.
Participants will receive backing from Orbit and Sanabil’s network of partners, alongside prominent investors who can provide the necessary funding and expertise to support emerging projects.
William Bao Bean, General Partner at Orbit Startups, stated that the partnership with Sanabil reinforces their shared commitment to supporting and scaling startups in the region.
He added that the initiative would help stimulate innovation, drive regional and international expansion, and contribute to a vibrant economic environment capable of addressing global challenges.