Careem was a leading ride-hailing company in the Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan region. Founded in 2012, Careem expanded beyond ride-hailing to become a super app offering food delivery, digital payments, and other services. The company operated in over 100 cities across 14 countries and was considered the region's first unicorn startup. Careem was known for adapting its services to local markets and culture. In 2019, Uber acquired Careem for $3.1 billion in one of the largest tech acquisitions in the Middle East, though Careem continues to operate as a separate brand.
Careem has received investment from 6 venture capital firms.
Careem is a Middle Eastern ride-hailing and delivery super app that provides transportation, food delivery, and digital payment services across the region.
Careem has received investment from ADQ Ventures, BECO Capital, Endeavor Catalyst, Google Launchpad Accelerator, Mubadala Ventures and 1 other investors. These venture capital firms and investors provide both capital and strategic support.
Careem has raised $771M in total funding, with their most recent round being a Series D+. The company operates in the Consumer sector.
Careem was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Dubai, UAE.
Careem operates in the Consumer sector. Careem is a Middle Eastern ride-hailing and delivery super app that provides transportation, food delivery, and digital payment services across the region.