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Social Enterprise in the MENA Region: False Hope or New Dawn?
As active members of the Middle East and North Africa’s (MENA) emerging social enterprise community, our beliefs regarding the potential of social enterprise in the MENA region are optimistic based on empirical observation of the convergence of different stakeholder efforts (such as strategic philanthropy, corporate social responsibility (CSR), public–private partnerships) towards social enterprise models.

Accelerating Impact: Annual Report 2024
A Year of Growth and Impact
As we reflect on 2024, it has been a year of significant growth, learning, and impact. C3 doubled the scale of its programmes, expanding support for startups, partners, and the wider entrepreneurial ecosystem. Since 2012, C3 has been building an impact platform that connects startups, corporates, governments, investors, and experts…

Verofax secures $3 million in bridge round
The Abu Dhabi-based Web3 services provider Verofax has raised $3 million in bridge capital.

Rethinking Resilience: Toward Sustainable and Adaptable Supply Chains
A fundamental shift in supply chains is underway, propelled by innovative technologies introduced by startups

Building the future: Sustainable practices for efficient and affordable housing
The shift towards sustainability in the property sector is not just a response to environmental concerns but a comprehensive strategy to enhance efficiency, profitability, and affordability.

UAE Impact-driven enterprise C3 earns B Corp Certification
C3 announces it has achieved B Corp certification.

Spotlight on C3: Accelerating Sustainability Start-up | Climate Solutions News
Spotlight on C3: Accelerating Sustainability Start-up

Biosapien's founder named Most Influential CEO Award in Biotech
Biosapien's CEO, Dr. Khatija Ali, received the 2024 Most Influential CEO Award in Biotech USA! BioSapien is leading cancer treatment innovation with its cutting-edge product, MediChip, designed to treat tumours directly with chemotherapy, minimising debilitating side effects.

iSchool's students complete 60,000 projects
With live, gamified classes led by top coding instructors, iSchool empowers students aged 6 to 18 to dive into AI, VR, App Development, Game Development, and Web Development, laying strong foundations from day one.

Join the Impact community at Gitex Impact 2024!
GITEX Impact is the global epicenter of climate-tech, sustainability, and ESG innovation, serving as the essential hub for climate-tech enthusiasts and thought leaders