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The current state of Mena's startup ecosystem

The coronavirus pandemic served as a catalyst for the digital sector with many startups benefiting from the rapid rise in tech adoption. But the Middle East and North Africa's startup ecosystem has witnessed plenty of uncertainties along the way with several startups failing to survive. Two years on, what are the main concerns facing founders and where are the biggest opportunities?

Wamda, in partnership with Flat6Labs, is conducting research for a report on the 'The state of Mena's tech startup ecosystem in a post-Covid-world'. The end result will provide valuable insight into the state of Mena's startup ecosystem and the reality that founders are facing.

Regardless of your sector, or startup, If you are an entrepreneur or a founder in the region, we would love to hear your opinion and feedback.

Please take some time to fill in this 3-minute survey.

*All data released will be aggregate data. Your answers are confidential. 
 
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3. Where is your company based? *This question is required.
5. To what extent did the pandemic influence your decision to launch a startup? *This question is required.
6. Which sector does your startup operate in? *This question is required.
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What do you feel is the most difficult aspect for startups today?

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11. What is your runway currently? *This question is required.
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How would you describe the direct impact of the coronavirus pandemic on your startup in 2020?
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In comparison, how would you describe the direct impact of the coronavirus pandemic on your startup in 2021?
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Has your company seen an increase / decrease in revenues since 2020?

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Which areas of your business continue to be negatively impacted as a result of the coronavirus pandemic?

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In 2020, and in the early days of the pandemic  - your business witnessed the most impact on?

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Two years into the pandemic - your business has witnessed the most impact on?

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Has it become easier or more difficult to raise investment since the pandemic?

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If you answered "more difficult"  to question number 20, please clarify how:
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Has your investors' involvement with your day to day / helping you out with business know-how changed post COVID-19?

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What sort of support would help your startup?

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23. Are there any pertinent issues that you think we haven't addressed in this survey?
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