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Gov fund

Khalifa Fund

Abu Dhabi's government fund supporting Emirati entrepreneurs and SMEs with financing programmes and ecosystem initiatives.

SNAPSHOT

HQAbu Dhabi
MarketUAE
Founded2007
SectorsSME, Entrepreneurship
StagesPre-Seed, Seed, All

PORTFOLIO

No structured funding-round links for Khalifa Fund yet. Rounds still show investor names as text on the funding tracker; relationship links fill in as deals are curated.

IN THE NEWS

Ecosystem22 days ago

Khalifa Fund Boosts Enterprise Support with 7 New Programs

Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development unveiled seven integrated programs to strengthen its financing ecosystem and support enterprise growth. This initiative aims to provide comprehensive assistance for businesses in the UAE.

DXB Start·1 min read
Ecosystema month ago

Khalifa Fund Launches Entrepreneurship Programme for Emirati Youth

Khalifa Fund has opened registrations for its 'Future Entrepreneur' summer programme, an initiative designed to teach Emirati students entrepreneurship and innovation. This supports the development of future local talent for the startup ecosystem.

DXB Start·1 min read
Ecosystema month ago

Khalifa Fund Launches Cybersecurity Startup Acceleration Program

The Khalifa Fund and UAE Cyber Security Council have launched a national program to support and accelerate cybersecurity startups. This initiative offers mentorship, partnership opportunities, and access to experts and investors, bolstering the UAE's cybersecurity ecosystem.

DXB Start·1 min read
Partnership3 months ago

Khalifa Fund Strengthens Abu Dhabi's Startup Ecosystem with Four MoUs

Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development signed four Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with key entities to enhance Abu Dhabi's entrepreneurship ecosystem. These partnerships will provide startups and SMEs with mentorship, capacity building, and acceleration programs.

DXB Start·1 min read
Resources3 months ago

Khalifa Fund Bolsters Startup Support at 'Make it in the Emirates' 2026

Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) is enhancing support for national entrepreneurs at 'Make it in the Emirates' 2026, offering programs like 'Funding on the Spot' and advisory sessions. This aims to strengthen the UAE's entrepreneurship ecosystem and drive industrial innovation.

DXB Start·1 min read

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