The WISE EdTech Accelerator is a catalyst for innovation in education—designed to equip startups with world-class mentorship, strategic support, and access to Qatar’s thriving education ecosystem.
This year’s cohort introduces two distinct tracks: a global track supporting impactful edtech ventures worldwide, and a local track focused on nurturing startups ready to scale within the Qatari market.
About the WISE EdTech Accelerator
For over six years, we have supported edtech founders from around the world scale innovative solutions to key challenges within the world of education. Each year, we deliver a bespoke innovation aimed at supporting startup growth through one-to-one coaching, masterclasses with industry experts, as well as access to a global network of investors and education specialists.
The WISE EdTech Accelerator is a key part of our edtech innovation that aims to support innovation and build an edtech community focused on revolutionizing the way we teach and learn.
What do we offer?
(Qatar-Focused)
Potential in Qatar's Thriving
Education Ecosystem
If you’re ready to transform education and establish a foothold in the Middle East, apply to the Local Track and become a
part of Qatar's visionary future in education.
International Track
Globally with the Support of
a World-Class Accelerator
Whether you’re aiming to disrupt the global edtech landscape or expand into new markets, the International Track will provide you with the tools and connections to scale faster and smarter.
What can you expect from our innovation?
Global Network
Some of benefit joined wise global network including
Access to an extensive network of investors and education specialists
International visibility through partner events and the WISE Summit
Become part of a community of edtech founders from 22 countries
Coaching & Mentorship
A hand-picked team of experts specializing in
Marketing, sales & fundraising
Product strategy, development and roadmapping
Market insights and positioning
International Visibility
Selected ventures will have the opportunity to attend our international events and promotion on our global platforms including
Global events such as IFC Global Education Conference, Web Summit Qatar, London EdTech Week, and more.
WISE social media platforms
WISE Summit in Doha, convening over 4,000 attendees from 100 countries
Selection Criteria
Team
Credentials
Innovation
Scalability
Financial
Sustainability
Impact
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The Accelerator prioritizes ventures with co-founders rather than single founders. Co-founders bring diverse expertise across different areas such as product development, marketing, and sales.
The team must demonstrate strong leadership and an ability to execute their vision, with relevant backgrounds in education, technology, or entrepreneurship
Target Startup Profiles
Stage
Startups beyond the MVP stage, with evidence of traction and sales. Typically, ventures are pre-Series A or pre-Seed, having raised less than $500,000
Geography
The Accelerator is agnostic to geography, with past cohorts including ventures from both developed and developing countries.
Impact
Startups must show proven traction and measurable impact within their operating markets. Impact is a key consideration in the selection process.
Business Model
The Accelerator targets for-profit ventures (NGOs and nonprofits are not eligible).
Sub-sectors
Ventures from a variety of educational subsectors, including K12, higher education, and professional development, are eligible.
Team
Preference for ventures with co-founders, as this promotes broader engagement across different areas of support.
Application Process
All applicants must provide the following
STEP 1
A complete pitch deck,
which must explain
- What the edtech solution is
- Problem being tackled
- Who their beneficiaries are
- why they are applying for the WISE EdTech Accelerator.
STEP 2
Submission of the official online application form, in English
STEP 3
A product demo log-in for the WISE team
2025–2026 COHORT
Meet the eight selected edtech ventures who have recently joined the WISE EdTech Accelerator
AlGooru (Saudi Arabia)
Saudi Arabia’s leading tutoring hub, founded by Khalid W. Abou Kassem, Omer Awad, and Muhanad AlJaser. With 150,000+ sessions delivered, AlGooru connects learners to trusted tutors, making personalized learning simple and accessible.
Wonderly (Global)
Reaching classrooms across Latin America, the US, Europe, and the Middle East, Wonderly gives any teacher the tools to teach coding, data science, and AI—bringing digital education to millions.
Nyansapo AI (Africa)
Through its Hekima Learning App, Nyansapo AI helps teachers assess literacy and numeracy in real time, improving outcomes for over 23,000 learners. Built on local realities, its goal is to double learning outcomes across Africa.
iSchool (MENA)
As the MENA region’s largest AI and coding platform for K12 learners, iSchool has trained 131,000+ students in coding, game development, data science, and cybersecurity, building the next generation of tech leaders.
SkillUp MENA (MENA)
SkillUp MENA designs hands-on, practical learning experiences that go beyond theory, helping individuals and organizations build future-ready skills that stick.
Xertify (Global)
With 700,000+ users in 15 countries, Xertify offers AI-powered, blockchain-secured digital credentials, turning qualifications into trusted passports to global opportunity.
Musa (LatAm & Africa)
By transforming WhatsApp into a microlearning hub, Musa has reached nearly 500,000 learners with AI- and behavior science-based courses, making education accessible anytime, anywhere.
InvestEd (Philippines)
InvestEd provides smart student loans to ambitious Gen Z learners without credit history. With 10,000+ loans disbursed and repayment rates above 90%, they are unlocking education access at scale.
Our Committee Members
Yalda Aoukar
Mohammed Al-Emadi
Prof. Rose Luckin
Chibeza Agley
Nada Al-Olaqi
Michael Fung
Tokunboh Ishmael
Rwodah Al Naimi
EdTech @ WISE
Explore reports, briefs, and key documents from the WISE EdTech
Accelerator to learn more about our approach, findings, and impact.
July 09, 2025
Eliminating Tech Barriers for an Equitable Education
Explore the digital divide and discover how edtech is bridging the gap for learners in underserved communities.
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July 12, 2025
Six Procurement and Retention Lessons for edtech Companies
Analyze the complete user journey, from initial interest to brand loyalty, uncovering successful strategies.
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Aug 14, 2025
The Journey of Building Partnerships with K-12 Schools in MENA
Detail the entire customer acquisition process, from lead generation to final transaction, emphasizing key tactics.
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All WISE EdTech
Accelerator Ventures
The WISE EdTech Accelerator has supported 46 ventures
from 20+ countries, collectively serving over 15 million
beneficiaries in 130 countries.
Knowledge Partners
Strategic Partner
