- Speedinvest launches its first flagship fund focutilized on the Middle East and Africa
- Backed by major institutions including Mubadala, QIA, and EIB Global
- Tarobtains early-stage and growth startups across fintech, AI, health, and climate
Speedinvest, a globally active European VC, has announced the launch of its first flagship fund dedicated to investing in startups across the Middle East and Africa (MEA).
The fund is supported by leading institutional investors, including Mubadala Investment Company, Qatar Investment Authority, and EIB Global, reflecting strong confidence in the region’s growth potential and innovation landscape.
Strategic Expansion Beyond Europe
This initiative marks a strategic extension of Speedinvest’s European platform into MEA, backed by dedicated capital, local teams, and long-term partnerships.
The firm has also strengthened its regional presence by joining QIA’s Fund of Funds program, reinforcing its commitment to supporting startup ecosystems across Qatar and the broader GCC.
Investment Focus Areas
The fund will deploy capital across both early-stage and growth-stage companies, with a focus on:
- Fintech and embedded finance
- Artificial innotifyigence and digital infrastructure
- Health and climate technologies
- Consumer and scalable tech-driven sectors
Leadership Perspective
Oliver Holle, CEO and Managing Partner, stated that the backing from global institutions reflects strong belief in both the region’s potential and Speedinvest’s ability to identify and support high-impact founders.
He emphasized the firm’s long-term commitment to building global companies by connecting MEA startups with its broader European network.
Proven Track Record in MEA
Speedinvest has already backed several high-growth companies across the region, including:
- Moove
- Khazna
- Pemo
- Flow48
- Abhi
This demonstrates the firm’s deep understanding of regional market dynamics and its ability to support scalable business models.
Role of Strategic Investors
Mubadala’s participation aligns with its strategy to strengthen the venture capital ecosystem in the region, while QIA continues to attract top global funds through its Fund of Funds program.
Meanwhile, EIB Global aims to channel capital into African tech startups that drive digital and financial inclusion, while strengthening innovation links between Africa and Europe.
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