Klaim Secures $26M to Expand Healthcare Solutions in MENA

Deal News | Mar 09, 2025 | Zawya

Klaim Secures $26M to Expand Healthcare Solutions in MENA

Klaim, a pioneering fintech company specializing in healthcare payment acceleration, has secured a total of $26 million in funding to advance its regional growth and technological capabilities. The funding consists of $10 million in Series A equity led by Mada, with notable participation from CDG Invest, and an additional $16 million from a healthcare private closed-ended financing fund launched in collaboration with Tharawat Tuwaiq Financial Company. This fund, aimed at the unique financial needs of the healthcare sector, will enhance Klaim's ability to provide streamlined payment solutions to medical providers in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), particularly focusing on Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman, and potentially Morocco. The initiative will strive to address the prevalent issue of prolonged payment cycles in healthcare, thereby bolstering operational efficiency across the industry. Klaim's innovative use of AI and advanced data analytics positions it as a transformative force in accelerating healthcare claims processing, promoting better cash flow management for providers, and supporting larger healthcare entities. The first transaction under this financial initiative is scheduled for March 2025, indicating Klaim's continued dedication to revolutionizing healthcare finance through digital transformation and strategic partnerships.

Sectors

  • Fintech
  • Healthcare

Geography

  • United Arab Emirates – Klaim is headquartered in Abu Dhabi Global Market and actively expands its operations within the UAE as part of its core regional focus.
  • Saudi Arabia – A major focus of Klaim's expansion initiatives, including partnerships and the establishment of a specialized healthcare fund.
  • MENA Region – Klaim targets its services across the broader MENA region, with plans to extend technological solutions to various regional markets, including Oman and potentially Morocco.

Industry

  • Fintech – Klaim operates within the Fintech sector by developing innovative payment solutions aimed at improving the financial operations within the healthcare industry.
  • Healthcare – Klaim provides solutions to the healthcare sector aiming to improve cash flow and operational efficiency by addressing unique financial challenges such as insurance claim delays.

Financials

  • $10 million – Series A equity funding for Klaim led by Mada Investment and CDG Invest.
  • SAR60 million (approximately USD16 million) – Financing fund launched in collaboration with Tharawat Tuwaiq Financial Company to enhance regional expansion and healthcare payment solutions.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
KlaimTarget CompanyCompanyA fintech company specializing in healthcare payment acceleration solutions, aimed at improving cash flow in the healthcare sector.
MadaLead InvestorCompanyA private equity and venture capital firm investing in high-potential businesses across Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.
CDG InvestInvestorCompanyThe investment arm of Caisse de Dépôt et de Gestion, supporting businesses with ties to Morocco through the 212 Founders program.
Tharawat Tuwaiq Financial CompanyCollaborative PartnerCompanyA financial advisor and asset manager in Saudi Arabia, partnering with Klaim to establish a healthcare financing fund.
212 Founders (by CDG Invest)ProgramCompanySupports the growth of Moroccan startups, highlighting Klaim for its innovative approach to financial solutions in healthcare.
Karim DakkiCo-Founder & CEOPersonCo-Founder and CEO of Klaim, leading the company’s strategic direction and regional expansion.
Ghafoor AhmadCo-Founder & Global Chief Revenue OfficerPersonCo-Founder and Global Chief Revenue Officer at Klaim, focusing on scaling the company’s payment solutions.