Sanabil Accelerator by 500 Global 2026

About

A 12-week accelerator program designed for tech startups in the MENA region, offering mentorship, equity investment, and access to a vast network of industry experts and resources to help founders scale their businesses effectively.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  Equity investment of USD $100,000+ for selected startups
• 🎓Mentorship Program
  Dedicated mentorship and programming for 12 weeks from 500 Global mentors
• 🌐Network Access
  Access to 500 Global's network of founders, community events, partners, and more
• 📈Business Support
  Workshops and growth experiments to tackle challenges and capitalize on opportunities
• 🎤Exposure Opportunities
  Preparation for a Demo Day to present to partners and industry stakeholders in the MENA region

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to tech startups with a Minimum Viable Product (MVP)
• Focused on the Middle Eastern and North African region (MENA)
• Startups must have early traction looking to scale
• Founders should be ambitious and ready to accelerate growth
• Must be legally registered companies

Participation Commitments

• Must attend all scheduled workshops and mentorship sessions throughout the 12-week program
• Participation in weekly 1:1 meetings with mentors
• Must prepare and deliver a presentation at the Demo Day
• Commitment to actively engage in growth experiments and customer interviews

Target Region

Open to startups in the Middle Eastern and North African region

Target Sector

Technology startups focusing on growth and innovation