I heard this line in an online meeting last year. While it seems like a cliché, I keep wondering what does it mean to me? To most people? For me, it means an education system that benefits the ones who run it: teachers, administrators, and board members. The goal of such a system is to […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
In recent years, Iraq has seen a rapid expansion of its banking and payment sector, with more and more people opening bank accounts and using digital payment methods. This trend has been fueled by the growing number of banks establishing branches and installing ATMs, as well as businesses installing point-of-sale (POS) terminals to accept card […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
According to this United Nations report, women’s participation rates in the global labour market between the ages of 25 and 54 increased in the 1990s to between 60 and 85 percent. Unfortunately, this has not been the case for Iraqi women, whereby women’s entry into the labour market is a huge challenge in Iraq. Increasing […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
Alsaree3 Group, consisting of Alsaree3 (food-delivery) and Al Zajel Express (last-mile delivery services), closed a 7-figure bridge round in December 2022, bringing its total amount of funding raised to over $6.5 million USD. This funding will enable us to increase our market share and grow our presence in Baghdad and Basra. We are on track […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
Working in an Iraqi company can be a fun and exciting experience, with a diverse group of individuals from all walks of life. But let’s face it, just like any other workplace, you’ll encounter a variety of employees with different personalities and work ethics. To help you navigate the office jungle, here are 10 types […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
Amer Salih, founder of car marketplace iQ Cars, has launched a new commercial vehicle and machinery marketplace called iQ Fleet which includes fleet services for companies. Founded in November 2020, iQ Cars has grown to become a serious player among Iraqi online marketplaces. Already the platform has signed up over 700 car showrooms, has over […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
It has been an exciting few years for startups in Iraq. Despite the challenges of Covid and now, a gloomy outlook on the worldwide economy, Iraq’s economy is set to grow over 5% over the next few years. For startups, investors have been paying more attention recently. An estimated $26 million+ has been invested into […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
Lezzoo has announced that it has acquired Saydo; the leading B2B marketplace in Iraq. This acquisition represents a strategic move for Lezzoo toward its B2B expansion plans as it works to digitise Iraq’s food supply chain. Food is Iraq’s third-largest economic sector. This acquisition marks the start of multiple expansion activities for the company toward […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
You’ve probably heard of entrepreneurs, but have you heard of solopreneurs? While the concept might seem odd at first, it’s actually pretty simple: a solopreneur is someone who starts a business on their own—without a co-founder or employees. It’s a popular option in Iraq for people who want to get involved with entrepreneurship but don’t […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
In an effort to build an international community of supporters and allies for Iraq’s startup sector, Iraqi Innovators held its first in-person event in London on 25th November 2022. The day began with a presentation by co-founders Amara Bandukada and Zahra Shah explaining the work of Iraqi Innovators and providing an overview of the Iraqi […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
