List of 5 Emerging HealthTech Startups to Watch in MENA 2026

List of 5 Emerging HealthTech Startups to Watch in MENA 2026

Here’s the list of companies recognized under the ‘5 Emerging HealthTech Startups to Watch in MENA 2026’ issue.


Nabta Health

Nabta Health

DESCRIPTION

Women in many regions have long faced barriers to healthcare tailored to their biology and life stage. Delays in diagnosis, fragmented services, and limited guidance on chronic or hormonal conditions often leave them managing their health alone. Nabta Health tackles these challenges with digital and hybrid services that allow women to monitor their health, consult medical professionals, and access diagnostic tests at home or in clinics.

NAME & DESIGNATION
Sophie Smith, Founder & CEO

Chefaa

Chefaa

DESCRIPTION

Chefaa is a patient-focused pharmacy benefits platform leveraging technology to modernize healthcare and supply chains across Africa and the Middle East. It provides patients with convenient access to essential medications and healthcare services, while giving healthcare providers and organizations tools to manage treatments and track prescriptions efficiently.

NAME & DESIGNATION
Rasha Rady, Co-Founder & COO
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Nuxera AI

Nuxera AI

DESCRIPTION

Nuxera AI is a leading artificial intelligence company developing solutions that turn spoken medical conversations into structured clinical documentation for healthcare providers. The platform supports more than 28 Arabic dialects alongside extensive medical terminology, enabling hospitals, clinics, and private practices across the Middle East and North Africa to generate accurate patient records in real time.

NAME & DESIGNATION
Amin Elhemaily, Co-Founder & CEO
WEBSITE

Valeo Health

Valeo Health

DESCRIPTION

Valeo Health is a UAE‑based health technology company that offers a full range of medical services directly to patients at home, in hotels, or at work. From routine blood tests to doctor consultations, patients can receive care without visiting a clinic or hospital.

NAME & DESIGNATION
Sundeep Sahni, Co-Founder & CEO

Yodawy

Yodawy

DESCRIPTION

Yodawy is a Cairo-based digital pharmacy and healthcare platform that simplifies access to medication and keeps it affordable for everyone. The company uses technology and partnerships with pharmacies, insurers, and healthcare providers to manage prescriptions at scale and deliver medications to patients across the country.

NAME & DESIGNATION
Karim Khashaba, Co-Founder & CEO
WEBSITE