Female business in MENA. Rise & Shine

There is a need for more women not only among investors but also among entrepreneurs. Under the Future 100 initiative, which is being developed by the UAE Ministry of Economy, the Government Development, and the Future Office, only 20% of founders who applied for the support program are women, said H.E. Ohood Al Roumi, UAE Minister Of State For Government Development And The Future.

The UAE, Israel, and Bahrain have the highest equality scores in the Gulf Cooperation Council (Global Gender Gap Index). Specifically, the UAE has the highest index, at 0.712. The country ranks 71st globally, up three places from last year.

We looked up which female investors currently work in the UAE, what they invest in, and how often. After our shortlist, you will find some entrepreneurial initiatives for women.

Female angel investors in the MENA: what’s their game

In addition to angel investors, female founders should look at funds and programs focusing on women’s projects in MENA.

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