فريق إنت عربي
During the first week of March 2026, specifically from March 1 to March 8, the Middle East and Africa witnessed an unusual surge in startup activity.
This included sectors such as artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, medical training, and deep tech, with investments surpassing $18.35 million.
According to the weekly investment and acquisition report by entArbi, the UAE and Saudi Arabia led the scene in terms of announced investment volumes, driven by deals in digital health, AI, and tech infrastructure.
Morocco and other African markets also showed activity in the smart mobility sector. Additionally, deep tech and semiconductor startups emerged as part of a growing trend toward building advanced technological capabilities in the region.
The total announced investments and acquisitions reached approximately $18.35 million, covering 7 deals, excluding other undisclosed investments.
Investments and Acquisitions by Country
| Country | Number of Deals | Companies | Investment Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| UAE | 3 | TruDoc Healthcare – Skipr – Ledgers | $17.25 million |
| Saudi Arabia | 1 | Rimal Semiconductors | Undisclosed |
| Morocco / Senegal | 1 | Weego | $1.1 million |
| Qatar | 1 | iQtech | Undisclosed |
| Singapore | 1 | Dyna.Ai | Multiple millions (eight-figure round) |
Investments by Sector
| Sector | Number of Companies | Companies | Investment Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Health | 2 | TruDoc Healthcare – iQtech | $15 million + undisclosed |
| Artificial Intelligence | 3 | Skipr – Dyna.Ai – Ledgers | $2.25 million + multiple millions |
| Smart Mobility | 1 | Weego | $1.1 million |
| Semiconductors | 1 | Rimal Semiconductors | Undisclosed |
