Yango Group, a global tech company, has launched Yango Ventures, a corporate venture fund aimed at empowering early-stage startups in Pakistan, LATAM, Sub-Saharan Africa, MENA, and other high-growth regions. The initiative seeks to support promising startups with capital and access to Yango Group’s extensive expertise and network, helping them scale effectively and drive sustainable impact.
Daniil Shuleyko, CEO of Yango Group, emphasized that technology is a catalyst for tangible progress. Through Yango Ventures, the company will provide resources and guidance to startups in sectors like O2O (Online-to-Offline), B2B SaaS, and FinTech. The fund, which begins with $20 million, is designed to be scalable, with plans to expand as entrepreneurial ecosystems grow in dynamic markets.
Yango Ventures also aims to foster innovation in Pakistan and the MENAP region, where untapped entrepreneurial talent exists. The fund is supported by a diverse team of experts with deep experience in scaling technology across industries like mobility, entertainment, fintech, and AI.
Miral Sharif, Country Head of Yango Pakistan, expressed excitement about Yango Ventures’ potential to nurture startups and overcome challenges, driving innovation that benefits the broader economy. Yango Ventures is part of Yango Group’s broader strategy to contribute to resilient, inclusive economies through digital transformation and entrepreneurial empowerment.
Startup Investment, Yango Ventures, Digital Transformation
