Investor Type | Firm |
Type of Fund | Private Equity Fund |
Industries | Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) • IT (& TMT) • Media • Education • Investment Management |
Stages | Expansion, MBO/LBO, Acquisition |
Investing | United States • United Kingdom • Turkey • Middle East • Ireland |
Wamda Capital is a distinguished private equity and venture capital firm with a specific focus on investing and developing sustainable innovative technology businesses. The fund offers growth capital to the MENA region's entrepreneurs and has a robust presence with headquarters at Brettenham House, Lancaster Place, London, WC2E 7EN, United Kingdom. Wamda Capital targets key sectors such as Software, IT & TMT, Media, Education, and Investment Management, with an expertise in equity investments. Their investment approach is marked by specialities including Expansion, MBO/LBO, and Acquisition strategies. The fund operates as a Private Equity Fund and has positioned itself strategically to support growth-stage companies. As narrated on their website, the fund is led by industry veterans, including Fadi Ghandour, Founder of Aramex, offering a founder-led perspective invaluable in evaluating and nurturing startups from inception to their potential IPOs. Wamda Capital takes pride in their successful track record, boasting over a decade of experience and investments in over 100 companies including notable successes such as Maktoub, Souq, Yemeksepeti, Careem, and Mumzworld. They emphasize their patient capital philosophy as an Evergreen Fund focusing on long-term investments rather than short-term gains, underscoring a steadfast commitment through various investment cycles. Wamda Capital's portfolio spans a wide array of companies leading in innovation and positive industry change in sectors spanning mobility, fintech, agriculture, software solutions, and more. They provide not only financial but also strategic support, leveraging their extensive network of connections to assist founders in achieving exceptional outcomes for their businesses.