+VC Raises the Stakes: $10M Capital Boost Fuels Plan to Back 40+ Startups in 2026
A New Chapter for a Regional Early-Stage Powerhouse
Plus VC (+VC), one of the MENA region’s most active early-stage funds with more than 120 portfolio companies, has announced plans to increase its capital by US$10 million. The move signals a renewed push into early-stage dealmaking, with the firm targeting 40 or more new startup investments in 2026.
The timing is strategic: investor confidence in the region is strengthening following a volatile period, and early-stage funding is once again gaining traction. With this capital infusion, +VC is positioning itself to seize emerging opportunities as founders return to the market with leaner operations and sharper business models.
Why This Matters Now
MENA venture capital experienced turbulence in recent years, but signals of recovery are clear. Investors are cautiously optimistic, global interest rates are cooling, and local founders are increasingly focused on sustainable growth.
Against this backdrop, +VC’s capital expansion reflects a broader shift toward disciplined venture deployment — focusing on startups with sound economics, clear traction, and a path to scalability.
What +VC Wants to Back
+VC remains focused on seed- and early-stage tech and tech-enabled startups. With the additional $10M, the firm is doubling down on:
- Region-specific problem-solving
- Capital-efficient business models
- Strong founding teams
- B2B, AI, and software-driven solutions
For founders, the message is clear: if you can show early traction and a compelling value proposition, the window of opportunity is reopening.
The Impact on the Ecosystem
A 40-deal plan is not minor — it has ecosystem-level implications. More checks at the earliest stages typically lead to:
- More experimentation
- Faster validation cycles
- Stronger pipelines for Series A growth
- A more competitive and diverse founder landscape
This injection of capital could help catalyze a new wave of MENA startups built on fundamentals rather than hype.
Editor’s Note — The Startups MENA Team
At Startups MENA, we believe renewed early-stage funding — when grounded in discipline and meaningful innovation — lays the foundation for generational companies. +VC’s expansion could mark the beginning of a healthier, more opportunity-driven investment cycle for founders across the region.
— The Startups MENA Editorial Team
