A club of active C-Suite angels and institutional investors, investing (via SPVs) in highly curated early-stage MENAP tech startups and supporting their Saudi and GCC expansion.
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See AllSeptember 05, 2024
Tawaref and SimpliFi Partner to Streamline Financial Solutions and Multi-Currency Wallets for Startups in Saudi Arabia
Tawaref, a Saudi-based investment community providing startup services across the MENA region is proud to announce that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SimpliFi, a leading Cards-as-a-Service (CaaS) platform...
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Tawaref series: What you need to know about Saudi specialised licences
We have already discussed the types of business Licences offered to foreign investors who wish to expand operations in Saudi Arabia. However, businesses may be required to obtain special Licences beyond standard permits, depending on business activities and industry sector.
Tawaref - September 16, 2024
Tawaref series: Company formation in Saudi from A to Z
After understanding the types of licences, and attestation processes, it's time to move on to the actual company formation. Starting a business in Saudi Arabia involves a few key steps:
Tawaref - September 02, 2024
Tawaref series: Saudi entrepreneurship licence at a glance
Offering unique benefits not available in traditional licence tracks, the entrepreneurship licence is a one-of-a-kind opportunity designed to foster innovation and support startups.
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Tawaref is a tech investment community financing top regional startups & offering entrepreneurial services.
Our mission is to diligently invest in groundbreaking regional tech startups, tying together the interests of Strategic Angel Investors and Institutional Investors alike, all while providing a myriad of complementary services that support the vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem in Saudi Arabia.
Tawaref provides a comprehensive range of services essential for investing in the tech asset class, catering to startups, angel or institutional investors, and accelerators, and supporting all aspects of the investment and entrepreneurial landscape.
All qualified investors can invest with Tawaref.
Getting started is easy! To sign up for fundraising opportunities, simply visit and fill out our Startup Registration. If you're interested in exploring investment opportunities, navigate to our Investor Pre-Registration.
We look forward to having you on board and guiding you through your financial journey!