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Speedinvest Launches Flagship Middle East and Africa Fund Backed by QIA, Mubadala, and EIB Global

Apr 20, 2026

Speedinvest, a globally active European venture capital firm, announces its first flagship fund investing in early growth-stage companies across the Middle East and Africa.

Backed by Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), Mubadala Investment Company, the European Investment Bank (EIB Global), and more, the fund formalizes Speedinvest’s long-standing investment activity in the region and reflects a strategic extension of its European platform. This is supported by dedicated capital, local teams, and long-term partnerships designed to benefit both European and MEA-based startups as they scale globally.

Speedinvest recently increased its presence in the region by joining QIA's Fund of Funds program, demonstrating its commitment to the startup ecosystem both in Qatar and the broader Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). Mubadala’s commitment reflects broad confidence in Speedinvest’s MEA strategy and proven performance in the region, while EIB joins as a cornerstone investor to channel significantly more capital into early‑stage African tech startups that drive digital and financial inclusion while deepening innovation ties between Africa and Europe.

“We are thrilled to welcome QIA, Mubadala, and EIB as investors supporting our Middle East and Africa strategy,” said Oliver Holle, CEO and Managing Partner of Speedinvest. “This demonstrates their belief in the regio...

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