In 2018, the UAE represented about 22 percent of venture capital funds for digital investments in the MENA region. Additionally, Saudi Arabia and Egypt represented about 12 percent of venture capital investments.
Share of venture capital investments in the Middle East and North Africa region from 2004 to 2018, by country
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