EdVentures, the corporate venture capital arm of Nahdet Misr Group and the region’s leading
EdTech-focused investor, has announced a strategic investment in LRNOVA, an innovative startup
leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to redefine the way educational and training content is created
This investment is part of the EdTech Venture Studio (EDVS) program—an initiative launched by EdVentures
in partnership with the Challenge Fund for Youth Employment (CFYE) The program is focused on accelerating
digital innovation in education, empowering youth, and supporting sustainable job creation across Egypt’s
expanding EdTech ecosystem
AI-Powered Platform Transforming Educational Content Creation
LRNOVA offers a robust, AI-driven platform that enables individuals and institutions to digitize
traditional curricula and training materials into high-quality, interactive digital content. By automating
time-intensive processes, the platform significantly reduces both the cost and time needed to produce
educational content
The platform’s capabilities include
Full course creation and digitization
A diverse library of culturally adapted AI avatars
Support for multiple languages, including Arabic
An AI-powered virtual tutor that delivers personalized learning experiences
These features make LRNOVA a powerful tool for schools, universities, and corporate training departments
aiming to modernize their learning environments
Strategic Alignment with EdVentures’ Vision for the Future of EdTech
This latest investment reflects EdVentures’ strategic pivot toward AI-enabled solutions that improve
the quality, scalability, and accessibility of digital education It also aligns with the firm’s longstanding
mission to empower early-stage EdTech startups that are leading the digital transformation of education
in the MENA regionDalia Ibrahim, Founder and CEO of EdVentures, commented
“We strongly believe in the transformative power of AI in education Our investment in LRNOVA goes beyond
financial backing—it’s a strategic move that supports the evolution of learning experiences across the region
LRNOVA enables faster, more cost-efficient content creation, making interactive education more accessible than ever
LRNOVA Eyes Expansion into Saudi Arabia and the Gulf Region
Following this investment, LRNOVA is set to scale its presence in the Saudi Arabian market, with plans to expand
further across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. The company’s subscription-based business model
includes tailored enterprise packages for schools, universities, and corporate training teams, ensuring broad
accessibility across various sectors Mohamed Amer, Founder and CEO of LRNOVA, stated
This strategic investment from EdVentures is a turning point for LRNOVA. In addition to funding, we gain
valuable access to strategic guidance and regional partnerships that will fast-track our expansion and mission
to simplify and enrich content creation across the Arab world
About EdVentures
Launched in 2017 by Nahdet Misr Group, EdVentures is the MENA region’s first and leading corporate
venture capital firm focused on EdTech It supports startups and entrepreneurs through a combination
of incubation, acceleration, and investment programs Since inception, EdVentures has supported over 95
startups and invested in 28 companies driving innovation in education
About LRNOVA
LRNOVA is a cutting-edge AI-powered EdTech platform that enables the rapid creation of interactive
multilingual educational and training content. The platform includes tools for video-based learning using
animated avatars and virtual tutors, designed to enhance learner engagement and accessibility
About the Challenge Fund for Youth Employment (CFYE)
CFYE, funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is dedicated to supporting inclusive and sustainable
youth employment across the MENA region and beyond, with a special focus on women’s economic
empowerment and adapting to evolving job market demands
About EdTech Venture Studio (EDVS)
A collaborative initiative by EdVentures and CFYE, the EdTech Venture Studio aims to transform the
education sector through digital innovation, youth empowerment, and job creation EDVS focuses on
identifying and scaling innovative solutions that can deliver long-term impact in the region’s education systems
