Incubator & Accelerator
Riyada Business Accelerator Cohort 4
Apply by Jul 20, 2026
About
A 6-month accelerator program designed for Bahrain-based startups, offering comprehensive support including mentorship, funding opportunities, and personalized growth strategies to help tech entrepreneurs scale their businesses effectively.
Benefits
- 🎓Program Costs Covered
- 100% of the acceleration program costs covered
- 🌐Networking OpportunitiesNetwork with industry leaders to establish valuable connections and secure mentorship
- 💰Access to FundingEngage with investors and develop strong financial plans and comprehensive datarooms
- 📈Growth Strategy DevelopmentBenefit from personalized business, finance, and product development strategies
- 🛠Commercialization StrategyBuild a sales pipeline and learn to market and sell their product effectively
Eligibility Criteria
- Bahrain-based startups with an active CR or license and operating for less than 3 years
- Startups without CR or license can apply if they have a prototype and at least one Bahraini founder
- The startup must have a unique tech-based idea with high potential for scalability locally, regionally, and internationally
- The applicant must be fully committed to the program, ready and available to participate in all sessions, workshops, and activities throughout the program duration (6 months) and is able to allocate at least one full-time founder to work on the startup
Participation Commitments
- Must participate in all sessions, workshops, and activities throughout the program duration (6 months)
- Must allocate at least one full-time founder to work on the startup
Target Region
Bahrain
Target Sector
Technology
Tamkeen, Salica Investments