What is Nawah Scientific?
Nawah Scientific, established in 2015 by Dr. Omar Sakr, is a prominent life sciences entity focused on advancing scientific research and laboratory services throughout the Middle East and Africa. The company specializes in providing high-quality, cost-effective, and dependable analytical and testing services, effectively bridging the gap between academic research and industrial application. Nawah Scientific operates state-of-the-art facilities equipped with advanced technologies, catering to diverse sectors including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, food safety, and agriculture. Its operational framework is built around three key units: Life Sciences, supporting foundational research and drug discovery; Pharmaceutical Industry, offering comprehensive solutions from analysis to stability testing; and Food & Agriculture, providing end-to-end testing services. The company's commitment to innovation empowers researchers and businesses to translate scientific concepts into tangible impacts.
How much funding has Nawah Scientific raised?
Nawah Scientific has raised a total of $25.9M across 5 funding rounds:
Angel/Seed
$250K
Debt
$650K
Angel/Seed
$1M
Other Financing Round
$1M
Debt
$23M
Angel/Seed (2014): $250K, investors not publicly disclosed
Debt (2018): $650K led by Endure Capital, Averroes Ventures, 500 Global, Egypt Ventures, and Ahmed Abdelhamid
Angel/Seed (2018): $1M supported by Endure Capital, Ahmed Abdelhamid, Egypt Ventures, 500 Global, and Averroes Ventures
Other Financing Round (2021): $1M featuring Alexandria Fund, Alex Angels, Egypt Ventures, Hult Alumni Angels, and Cairo Angels
Debt (2025): $23M backed by Life Ventures Capital
Key Investors in Nawah Scientific
Endure Capital
Endure Capital is a global investment firm with a presence in Amsterdam, California, Cairo, and Dubai, focusing on enhancing performance and providing innovative solutions. They invest in companies across various sectors, aiming to foster growth and development.
Egypt Ventures
EgyptVentures is a multi-stage investment vehicle dedicated to empowering Egyptian entrepreneurs by investing in startups and driving innovation. They support the growth of emerging businesses through accelerator programs and aim to foster a sustainable, knowledge-based economy.
500 Global
500 Global, founded in 2010, is a venture capital firm that invests in companies worldwide, with headquarters in Mountain View and San Francisco, California. They support startups across various stages of development.
What's next for Nawah Scientific?
With the recent influx of $23M in a major strategic investment, Nawah Scientific is poised for significant expansion and operational enhancement. This capital infusion, part of its $25.9M in total funding, will likely fuel advancements in its core service units – Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Industry, and Food & Agriculture. The company is expected to leverage this backing to broaden its geographical reach within the Middle East and Africa, invest in cutting-edge technologies, and potentially explore new research and development initiatives. The strategic nature of this financing suggests a focus on strengthening market position and solidifying its role as a key player in the region's scientific and laboratory services landscape.
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