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April 29, 2026
HAQQ Legal AI
A legal AI platform helping lawyers draft, research, and navigate legal work through specialized software.
April 27, 2026
Sovra
A self-custodial fintech app giving MENA users full ownership of their money through DeFi infrastructure.
April 22, 2026
eauYES
A Lebanese-founded sparkling mineral water brand taking on the UK's over-processed drinks market.
April 21, 2026
Edubolt
A new layer of personalized education is being introduced wedged right between school and university.
April 21, 2026
Ugecy
A Dubai-based platform where brands buy performance-guaranteed influencer content in a few clicks.
April 16, 2026
Zleep
Lebanese founder of a Paris-based startup turning clinical insomnia therapy into a sleep recovery program.
April 15, 2026
IO Tree
Lebanese agritech startup using IoT and AI to reduce pesticide use and cut water waste.
April 6, 2026
YY Regen
A cleantech company renting solar units to farmers, lowering energy costs without upfront investment.
April 6, 2026
Rural Entrepreneurs
An organization building entrepreneurship infrastructure and training programs in underserved communities.
March 20, 2026
Kudwa
Kudwa helps companies turn fragmented financial data into clear insights for faster decision-making.
March 20, 2026
‘Their role is to continue moving forward’: SmartESA director opens up on Lebanese entrepreneurs, opportunities, and the war.
How founders are actually dealing with war, uncertainty, and what it takes to keep building right
March 11, 2026
Phoenus
From children’s mobility to micro EVs, Phoenus is developing robust vehicles in Lebanon.
March 9, 2026
Coalesce or Collapse: Why Lebanese Founders Need to Start Thinking About Legislation.
Lebanon’s founders know how to build companies. It may be time to start shaping the rules
March 5, 2026
Building Through Instability: The Evolution of Startup Ecosystems in Wartime
A look at how startup ecosystems adjust and continue operating during periods of war.
March 4, 2026
Udaress
An AI tutoring platform helping schools personalize learning while supporting teachers in the classroom.
January 21, 2026
Ardi Ardak
Ardi Ardak develops sustainable agriculture solutions through land management and local food production in Lebanon.
"Keep track of who is building, who is backing, and what is changing."
About Al-Muwaten
Al-Muwaten documents and contextualizes startup activity in Lebanon. We track companies, initiatives, and ecosystem developments, verify them, and place them in a shared record that anyone can navigate. Our goal is to make the ecosystem legible by turning scattered signals into structured information. We operate independently, avoid hype and politics, and focus on clarity, continuity, and evidence.
What we stand for
Solution-Oriented Mindset
We focus on innovative solutions and bold initiatives, promoting a culture of progress and proactive change.
Empowering Communities
We amplify alternative narratives and empower individuals to share their stories, fostering progress and collective purpose.
Youth Engagement and Retention
We combat brain drain by connecting and empowering youth to build their futures in Lebanon, encouraging collaboration and creativity.