Deadline Date: August 15, 2026
The Sanabil Accelerator by 500 Global is a 12-week programme designed to support early traction tech startups in the MENA region through mentorship, investment, and growth-focused support.
The key focus areas of the programme include accelerating growth for early-stage tech startups, supporting founders with Minimum Viable Products (MVPs), expanding businesses within the MENA region and beyond, providing mentorship and expert-led programming, delivering hands-on workshops with actionable outcomes, building growth strategies for emerging tech ecosystems, connecting startups with global and regional networks, enabling access to investment opportunities, and strengthening startup scalability and market readiness.
The Sanabil Accelerator by 500 Global is a 12-week programme focused on fueling the next generation of entrepreneurs building technology-driven businesses across the Middle East and North Africa. It is designed for ambitious founders who are ready to scale their startups and expand their presence within the region and internationally.
The programme targets tech startups that already have a Minimum Viable Product and are experiencing early traction. It is intended for founders who are focused on growth and prepared to engage in intensive development and scaling activities.
Participants in the programme benefit from expert-led workshops that provide practical, actionable steps for business growth. Startups also work closely with experienced regional and global mentors to address specific challenges and improve their strategies.
The accelerator helps founders strengthen their ability to identify opportunities, overcome challenges, and build scalable business models tailored to the MENA tech ecosystem. It also provides access to a global network of founders, partners, and community events through 500 Global.
Selected startups may receive equity investment of USD 100,000 or more from 500 Global. Participants also gain access to a network of over 300 startups supported across the region, offering further collaboration and growth opportunities.
For more information, visit 500 Global.

















