e& capital

e& capital functions as the dedicated investment pillar of the e& global technology and investment group. It focuses on identifying and funding visionary technology businesses, particularly those with disruptive potential in digital transformation. The entity supports its portfolio companies by providing capital ranging from USD 5 to 30 million in Series A-B rounds, along with leveraging the broader e& group's extensive network to accelerate growth in strategic areas including next-gen connectivity, data monetization, FinTech, Ed-tech, and enterprise SaaS.

Established as a strategic extension of e&, which began its operations in 1976, e& capital represents the group’s commitment to shaping the digital future. The larger e& group initially provided people with foundational connectivity services, and this investment arm was born from the insight that a proactive investment strategy into emerging technologies and entrepreneurial talent was crucial to expand e&’s global impact and capabilities beyond traditional telecoms. This structure allows e& capital to tap into decades of operational experience.

e& capital's primary stakeholders are the innovative startups it backs, alongside the e& Group's expansive ecosystem. Its strategic mandate is to serve as a vital conduit for groundbreaking technologies, facilitating their journey between the MENA region and international markets. The vision is to empower tech disruptors from the MENA region to achieve global scale, while also attracting international innovators to establish a strong presence within the vibrant MENA marketplace, contributing to e&’s overarching mission to enrich daily life.