UAE: MENA InsureLab launches in Dubai

Source: Middle East Insurance Review | Jun 2025

MENA InsureLab, the first dedicated InsurTech venture builder and accelerator in the Middle East and North Africa, has officially launched its operations with headquarters in Dubai.

With Dubai as its operational base, the lab is rolling out regional chapters in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar and Tunisia — reflecting a pan-MENA ambition rooted in local insight.

The platform is led by seasoned innovation expert Ms Aicha Ghaffari, who takes on the role of managing director, bringing over a decade of experience in government and private-sector innovation programmes across the GCC.

In a statement, she said, “We are not just launching another programme — we are building the operating system for innovation in insurance.” She added, “From co-creating ventures to scaling proven models, MENA InsureLab will drive real adoption, not just exposure.” M

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