RIYADH: Saudi Arabia emerged as the Middle East and North Africa’s top-funded startup market in the first half of 2025, securing approximately 64 percent of the region’s total capital.
Investments in the Kingdom surged to $1.34 billion, representing a 342 percent increase compared to the same period in 2024, according to a report by Wamda and Digital Digest.
This performance, supported by sovereign wealth backing, targeted government incentives, and strong domestic venture activity, solidified Saudi Arabia’s dominance amid a broader regional funding rebound.
The Kingdom’s fintech sector accounted for the bulk of capital, raising $969 million across 20 transactions.
Construction tech and property tech followed with $48 million and $39 million, respectively.
