Palestine has officially entered the global technology stage with its first-ever formal participation at Web Summit Qatar 2026. Showcasing at the dedicated Palestine Pavilion, a cohort of 13 innovative startups is representing the resilience and high-tech ingenuity of the Palestinian ecosystem. This historic initiative is organized by the Palestine Trade Center (PalTrade) through the EU-funded EU4Trade program, in partnership with the Innovative Private Sector Development (IPSD II) project, Flow Accelerator, Intersect Innovation Hub, and the Ibtikar Fund.
The Palestinian Cohort: Meet The Startups
The 13 selected companies span critical sectors including Artificial Intelligence, Agritech, EdTech, and Healthtech, proving that Palestinian innovation continues to thrive despite regional challenges.
AI & Data Solutions
- MantasAI: An AI-driven platform focused on reimagining career pathways for MENA youth through network-powered opportunities.
- Churn Solution: An AI-powered retention automation platform designed to reduce churn rates and recover failed payments for recurring revenue businesses.
- Databuddy: A privacy-first, GDPR-compliant analytics platform positioned as a European alternative to Google Analytics.
- Mirror Digital Technologies: Developers of digital systems leveraging AI to safeguard content integrity and secure medical image processing.
Sector-Specific Innovation
- Agritopia for Agricultural Technology: An innovative agritech firm specializing in smart water management and ozone-based treatment solutions for water-scarce environments.
- Jusoor Labs: An EdTech social enterprise transforming STEM learning through virtual experiments and interactive digital tools.
- Carevision: A healthtech provider focusing on technology solutions to reduce social isolation and support aged care organizations.
- Salon Beauty Booking: An all-in-one beauty marketplace and booking destination connecting users with vetted salons and influencers.
Marketplaces & Logistics
- Foras.ps: A comprehensive recruitment and opportunities platform serving as a guide for Palestinian professionals seeking technical and creative roles.
- Nabeeh: Often described as the “Uber for home services,” this platform connects homeowners with verified providers for maintenance, cleaning, and healthcare.
- SellEnvo, Inc.: A multi-channel e-commerce management solution that uses AI to automate product listings and inventory sync.
- ToGo Delivery Marketplace: A secure payment gateway and logistics system linking merchants directly with delivery companies in Palestine.
- Siraj: Representing technology-driven investment and growth in Palestinian SMEs.
A Test Local, Scale Regional Strategy
The participation of these startups at Web Summit Qatar 2026 highlights a broader trend within the Palestinian tech scene: a remote-first, export-oriented workforce. With a fragmented domestic market, Palestinian founders are increasingly designing products to “test local and scale regional,” targeting expansion into the Gulf and broader MENA markets. The presence of these companies in Doha, among 1,600 global startups, signals that Palestine’s tech sector is now a recognized competitor on the international stage.
About PalTrade
PalTrade, the Palestine Trade Center, is a non-profit, membership-based organization established in 1998 to lead the development of Palestinian trade. It serves as the national trade promotion organization, mandated to enhance the competitiveness of Palestinian products and services in global markets. Through initiatives like the EU4Trade program, PalTrade provides Palestinian businesses with the training, market intelligence, and international exposure necessary to foster sustainable economic growth and job creation within the Palestinian territories.
Source: PalTrade
