Middle East Venture Capital Association

Supporting Venture Capital in MENA

The Middle East Venture Capital Association (MEVCA) serves the region’s entrepreneurial and investment community through a concerted effort to unite and advance its venture capital industry and broader startup ecosystem. Through curated events, educational programs, and strategic initiatives, MEVCA connects VCs, institutional investors, family offices, startups, policymakers, and other stakeholders. Since 2019, MEVCA has grown into a trusted forum for the exchange of ideas and experiences, reflecting shared priorities and goals across the region, recognizing diversity of local markets, and aiming to unify and amplify voices of the ecosystem.

The MEVCA Community

The MEVCA community brings together investors, strategic partners, dedicated members, and international organizations that all share the same goals of further developing the region’s VC industry, and adding value to the entrepreneurial community and the growth of the region's economy. Our work is built across three strategic pillars, with members accessing opportunities to engage, develop, and contribute.

Curated, impactful events with regional and global thought leadership to support relationship building and collaboration

Community Networking

Promotion of global best practices with the goal to strengthen and stimulate the regional venture capital ecosystem

Best Practices

Education & Advancement

Practical workshops and seminars to share industry data and insights, nurturing ecosystem mentorship with top VCs and global experts in key industries