Orange Corners Palestinian Territories has officially unveiled the four startups selected for the second cycle of its Orange Corners Innovation Fund (OCIF) Track II. Following a rigorous selection process and a highly competitive pitch phase, these Palestinian ventures have been chosen to receive tailored funding, technical assistance, and mentorship to scale their operations within the local and regional markets.
Empowering Palestinian Innovation Through Tailored Funding
The OCIF program is designed to bridge the funding gap for early-stage entrepreneurs in Palestine. By providing a combination of direct investment and hands-on support, the initiative enables startups to overcome operational hurdles and refine their business models. The winners of this cycle represent a diverse array of sectors, including fintech, edtech, and SaaS, highlighting the breadth of innovation currently emerging from the Palestinian tech ecosystem.
Meet the Cohort Driving Digital Transformation
The selected startups for Cycle 2 include:
- Siraj: A digital career guidance platform for students in grades 8–12. It utilizes AI-powered assessments and immersive VR experiences to help students explore career paths before committing to university majors, aiming to reduce the mismatch between education and the job market.
- Mohaseb Home: An integrated accounting ecosystem that connects SMEs with trusted accountants. The platform combines talent matching, practical training, and proprietary accounting software to bring transparency and efficiency to the fragmented accounting market.
- ToGo Delivery Marketplace: A fintech-powered B2B delivery marketplace focused on emerging markets. ToGo streamlines delivery operations by connecting merchants with multiple providers through a single platform, featuring secure escrow payments and instant payouts to improve cash flow.
- Salon Beauty Booking: A SaaS platform and marketplace for the beauty industry. The solution replaces outdated manual booking systems with an all-in-one tool for operations, customer management, and lead generation, helping beauty businesses recover lost revenue and increase efficiency.
A Collaborative Ecosystem for Growth
The program is a collaborative effort supported by the Kingdom of the Netherlands and implemented by a network of local partners, including Flow Accelerator, Intersect, Ibtikar Fund, and the Bank of Palestine. This partnership network provides the selected startups with an unparalleled gateway to regional mentors and strategic partners, ensuring they have the institutional support necessary to scale beyond the initial funding phase.
About Orange Corners Innovation Fund
The Orange Corners Innovation Fund (OCIF) is an initiative of the Kingdom of the Netherlands that aims to improve access to finance for entrepreneurs in Africa and the Middle East. In Palestine, the fund provides various tracks of support, ranging from seed grants to larger investment rounds through Track II, specifically targeting startups that have demonstrated market traction and a clear vision for sustainable growth.
Source: LinkedIn
