Organization · Government VC

Oman Technology Fund

Oman Technology Fund (OTF) is a government-backed investment vehicle focused on developing Oman's knowledge-based economy and ICT sector. It operates three main programs to support technology projects at various stages of development.

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Overview

What Oman Technology Fund does

What Oman Technology Fund is

Oman Technology Fund (OTF) is a government-backed investment vehicle focused on developing Oman's knowledge-based economy and ICT sector. It operates three main programs to support technology projects at various stages of development.

How it participates in the startup ecosystem

The current public profile supports funder and program host capabilities. Each capability below is shown separately so organization identity and role-specific information do not get conflated.

Operational profile

Organization status and context

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Operational status
Active
Organization type
Government VC
Structured capabilities
Funder · Program host
Last reviewed
May 4, 2026

Official channels

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Capability profile

Oman Technology Fund as a funder

Investment thesis

Oman Technology Fund aims to enhance the knowledge-based economy and develop the ICT sector in Oman by investing in technology projects across three lifecycle stages — idea, acceleration, and growth. The strategic objective is to build domestic Omani tech capacity and attract foreign tech founders to launch operations in Oman as part of the Oman Vision 2040 economic-diversification strategy.

Focus narrative

OTF invests in technology projects through three main programs: Techween for pre-seed funding, Wadi Accelerator for acceleration-stage investments, and Jasoor Ventures for growth-stage investments. Each program is designed to support startups at different stages of their development, providing funding, mentorship, and access to global markets.

Value beyond capital

OTF adds value to its portfolio companies by providing funding, mentorship, and access to co-working spaces. The fund also facilitates connections to experienced entrepreneurs and offers a structured path for startups to grow within the OTF ecosystem, enhancing their chances of success.

Terms and economics

Typical check
$50,000–$3,000,000
Sweet spot
$100,000

Focus and fit

Stages
Friends and Family · Pre-seed · Seed · Seed+ · Series A · Series A+ · Series B · Series B+ · Series C · Series C+ · Series D · Series E · Series F · Growth Equity
Regions
MENA

Availability

Currently deploying
Yes

Portfolio and track record

Recorded portfolio count
78
Recorded notable exits
Cartlow

Portfolio context

Notable portfolio companies include 44.01, a climate tech company focused on direct air carbon mineralization; Seabex, which operates in the agritech sector; Seavo, providing environmental services; and Cartlow, a UAE-based reverse-logistics e-commerce marketplace that recently exited in March 2025.

Capability profile

Oman Technology Fund as a program host

Program thesis

Oman Technology Fund aims to enhance the knowledge-based economy and develop the ICT sector in Oman and the Middle East by attracting promising technology projects and entrepreneurs.

Focus narrative

OTF operates three main programs: otf Techween for pre-seed funding, otf Wadi Accelerator for acceleration, and otf Jasoor Ventures for growth investments. Each program is designed to provide tailored support, mentorship, and funding to technology startups, ensuring they have the resources needed to succeed.

Value and support

Founders participating in OTF's programs receive funding, mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs, access to co-working spaces, and tailored coaching to enhance their business prospects. The programs are structured to improve the success rates of startups and facilitate their growth in the market.

Terms and economics

Indicative investment
$100,000

Format and cadence

Typical duration
12 weeks

Availability

Application state
Not published

Focus and fit

Stages
Pre-seed · Accelerator

Common questions

What to know about Oman Technology Fund

Upseed classifies Oman Technology Fund under the Government VC organization type. Its current public profile includes funder and program host capabilities.

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Source basis

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Last reviewed

May 4, 2026

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