Bahrain’s startup stage readies for Tenmou’s 10th MENA angel summit

Oct 12, 2025

Bahrain will host the 10th edition of the MENA Angel Investors Summit on November 19, organised by Tenmou. The announcement puts clear numbers on the table, with over 300 investors, 50 startups, and more than 600 visitors expected to gather in Manama. That scale signals a concentrated deal window for Bahraini founders and regional angels alike.

Coverage in TradeArabia confirms the November 19 date and describes the summit’s role as a platform that unites entrepreneurs, angel investors, venture funds, corporate leaders, and government representatives. The agenda focuses on early-stage investment and practical collaboration across the region. For teams building now, this is where pitch meetings become pipeline.

The backdrop is strong. The Bahrain Economic Development Board wrap on FF25, published on October 12, documented 38 partnerships signed at Exhibition World Bahrain. That cadence matters for angels and founders planning November conversations, because it shows a system moving from talk to execution.

Tenmou’s message ties scale to substance. “The Summit stands as a distinguished platform for the exchange of knowledge and the creation of meaningful connections between investors and entrepreneurs. Over the past decade, it has delivered a measurable and lasting impact in advancing investment and fostering innovation across the region. This year, we take pride in continuing that legacy by welcoming a new generation of visionary innovators who will shape the future of the digital economy and redefine the region’s entrepreneurial landscape,” said Suhail Algosaibi, Chairman of Tenmou.

Program elements are designed for outcomes rather than spectacle. Expect impactful pitch sessions, focused panel discussions, and specialised workshops led by regional and global experts. Networking is structured to encourage cross-border collaboration, so a Bahraini fintech can meet a Saudi distributor, a UAE family office, and a regional operator in a single afternoon.

The Bahrain Economic Development Board has positioned financial services as a growth engine, and recent event outcomes show partners are ready to act. An angel summit landing with that momentum can speed diligence, sharpen pricing, and compress time from first meeting to signed term sheets. For founders, the job is to convert attention into traction with clear metrics and realistic use of funds. For investors, it is to bring conviction and post-investment support.

Secure your seat via Tenmou’s summit page and shortlist targets ahead of time. Cross-reference attendees with the EDB FF25 outcomes to line up warm intros and partner meetings during the week.

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