Sharikat Mubasher: Super Capital, one of Europe’s most active angel investment networks, officially launched its Middle East & Africa (MEA) Club, marking its entry into the region’s startup ecosystem.

According to a press release, the expansion is in partnership with Axel Peyriere, a prolific investor and co-founder of AUTO24.africa.

Since 2019, Super Capital has invested over €30 million in more than 150 European startups, backing notable names across sectors such as fintech, cleantech, telecom, and AI. The MEA Club will replicate this model in new markets, supporting up to 10 high-growth startups annually with investment tickets ranging from €100,000 to €250,000. Target sectors include fintech, logistics, SaaS, mobility, consumer services, and healthtech.

Corentin Orsini, Co-founder,  noted that Africa and the Middle East offer dynamic tech ecosystems and strong entrepreneurial talent. He emphasized the firm’s goal of becoming a trusted European partner to founders in the region, highlighting the strategic advantage of working alongside Axel Peyriere.

Peyriere, who has made over 50 investments in the region, said the partnership would offer founders more than just capital, including global networks, operational support, and long-term commitment.

Super Capital’s MEA initiative is designed to bridge European capital with emerging-market innovation, offering hands-on involvement and scalability to promising startups across the region.