Egyptian AI Firm Intella Secures $12.5M to Advance Arabic Tech Sovereignty
Cairo-based Intella raises $12.5M in Series A funding to advance Arabic AI technology, marking a significant milestone in Egypt's digital sovereignty journey and technological leadership in the MENA region.
Intella's Cairo headquarters showcases Egypt's growing influence in Arabic AI technology development
Cairo-based deep tech company Intella has secured a landmark $12.5 million Series A funding round, marking a significant advancement in Egypt's pursuit of technological sovereignty and Arabic-language AI development. The oversubscribed round, led by Prosus, represents a strong vote of confidence in Egyptian innovation leadership.
Strengthening Egypt's Digital Independence
The funding round, which saw participation from prestigious investors including 500 Global and Wa'ed Ventures, positions Intella at the forefront of Egypt's growing digital sovereignty movement, particularly in Arabic language AI technology.
Strategic Investment for Regional Leadership
Following the path of other successful Egyptian tech ventures like 2B's expansion across North Africa, Intella plans to accelerate its R&D initiatives and scale its AI solutions throughout the Arabic-speaking world.
"This round is a catalyst for our product roadmap. Our models already set the benchmark for Arabic accuracy," stated Omar Mansour, Co-founder and CTO of Intella.
National Technology Achievement
The investment builds upon Egypt's growing reputation for technological innovation, complementing recent initiatives like major digital transformation partnerships in various sectors. Intella's success particularly shines through its Ziila platform, an Arabic-first digital human deployed in partnership with Jumia.
Market Impact and Growth Trajectory
- Revenue doubled in 2024
- Projected sevenfold growth in 2025
- Total funding exceeds $16.90 million
- Target market includes 7,500+ regional organizations
With Arabic being the fifth most spoken language globally, Intella's advancement represents a strategic victory for Egypt's technological independence and regional influence in the artificial intelligence sector.
Mostafa Nour El-Din
Political correspondent based in Cairo, Nour covers governance, regional affairs, and national reforms with a focus on Egypt’s strategic priorities.