“Backing early-stage startups that blend impact with strong unit economics in emerging markets.”
Den VC is a Cairo-based venture capital firm and accelerator founded in 2022, led by Managing Partner Waleed Khalil. The firm backs early-stage technology-enabled startups in emerging markets, with a strong concentration in Egypt and expanding coverage across MENA and Africa. The portfolio spans 18 active companies that have collectively created 80,000+ jobs.
What distinguishes Den VC is the structured "Den Model" framework, which guides startups through five phases from idea validation through to exit. Beyond capital, portfolio companies get customised programmes, corporate perks from global technology partners, and access to an investor network spanning MENA and the US. The firm's impact mandate covers six dimensions: financial inclusion, better education, women's empowerment, health and longevity, environmental sustainability, and job creation.
| Name | Role | X/Twitter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waleed Khalil | Managing Partner | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Dalia Tharwat | Venture Partner | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Veronica Murguia | Venture Partner | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |