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Ahya joins “Unicorn Builder Program” launched by Endeavor UAE, in partnership with DET

Published on
October 29, 2025

Dubai, UAE — October 16, 2025 — Ahya Technologies (Ahya), a leader in sustainable innovation and climate software in the greater Middle East, is proud to announce its selection to join Endeavor UAE’s Unicorn Builder Program, launched in collaboration with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) and Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy. This program recognizes high-potential and fast-scaling, global companies.

Ahya is one of ten startups in the inaugural cohort shortlisted through a rigorous selection process, executed in collaboration with leading regional investment funds. Combined, companies in the cohort have a median age of 4 years, and have raised over USD 100 Mn funding.

Designed for high-impact founders, Endeavor’s tailored program will include curated masterclasses, discussions and networking, access to world-class mentors, and dedicated, strategic support for international expansion, and tackling barriers to growth.

Salaal Hasan, Ahya’s Chief Executive expressed: “Joining Endeavor’s Unicorn Builder Program, in partnership with DET and Dubai Chambers is deeply meaningful in advancing global climate action. We’re proud to show that innovation can accelerate the sustainability transition, from Dubai to the world.”

About Endeavor

Operating across Africa, Asia, Europe, Middle East, Latin America, and U.S and Canada, Endeavor is a global network of high-impact entrepreneurs. Under its core mission to create a multiplier effect within entrepreneurial ecosystems, Endeavor selects, invests, and supports high-impact founders through training and mentorship. Endeavor Catalyst is a rules-based, co-investment fund that invests in the High-Impact Entrepreneurs supported by Endeavor. Today, it ranks among the top early-stage investors in USD 1Bn+ startups (“Unicorns”) outside the U.S. and China. Currently Endeavor consists of 2900+ high-impact entrepreneurs that generate revenue of USD 88.5 Bn annually, and has created 4 Mn+ jobs.