Averroes Ventures

Averroes Ventures operates as a venture capital and management firm dedicated to fostering industrial innovation within the MENA region. The firm focuses on early-stage startups that develop solutions for sustainability and climate challenges, providing capital, acceleration programs, and capacity building. They leverage deep regional partnerships and expertise in climate finance to support the growth of these nascent companies, aiming for high-impact innovations that align with sustainable development goals.

The firm was co-founded by Dr. Ahmed A. Alsharif, who serves as Founding Partner and CEO, and Eman Wahby, a General Partner. Dr. Alsharif brings over two decades of experience in investments across various sectors in Egypt and MENA, while Ms. Wahby offers extensive background in international development, public policy, and climate finance. Their combined insight recognized a critical need for focused investment and support for industrial and circularity-focused startups to address resource mismanagement and climate crises in the region.

Averroes Ventures targets early-stage small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) actively developing solutions for environmental and climate sustainability. The firm's long-term vision centers on driving sustainable, scalable impact through industry-led innovation and targeted business acceleration, contributing to a competitive and circular economy in the Middle East and North Africa.