Sandbox – Dubai's VC-Backed Startup Accelerator

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Dubai's only VC-backed startup investment
program

$150,000 investment

FROM ORASEYA CAPITAL

5 epic
months

OF HARD WORK

Q3
2026

PROGRAM COMMENCES

APPLICATIONS CLOSE
SEPTEMBER 2026

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SANDBOX is the landmark startup accelerator program from Oraseya Capital, designed for ambitious pre-Seed to Seed stage technology entrepreneurs.

If you’re looking to take your startup to the next level, read on...

SANDBOX lays emphasis on exposure, investor-readiness, and growth. Spanning 5 intense months, founders can expect unparalleled access to VCs, guidance from seasoned entrepreneurs, and hundreds of hours of hands-on support from some of the region’s best mentors.

OUTDO COMPETITION

GAIN A WINNING EDGE

Modular, scalable floorplates and dedicated spaces supporting HQ teams, engineering units, and RDI activities.

Tens of hours of workshops covering 9 pillars

1:1 mentoring with expert practitioners

Coworking space for you and your team

$1m+ of in-kind credits from our partners

Financial diagnostics to best position you for funding

Tailored legal diagnostics and support

A like-minded community of highly ambitious founders and guests

Regular pitch deck reviews and workshops

Opportunity to avail business license, if required

Exposure to VCs and Angels across MENA

Local exposure at startup events

Attracting 2500+ applications to date, SANDBOX has "fast become one of the most sought-after startup programs in the region."

SANDBOX is about you: our founders. Everything is designed to help you scale and ultimately raise funds. The program is structured around 9 pillars to cover all bases: Product Development, Investor Relations, Traction, Scaling, Financial Diagnostics, Legal Support, Commercial Viability, Growth Marketing, and uniquely, Wellness.

We're the first startup program in the region to lay emphasis on wellbeing and performance.

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WHAT
DIFFERENTIATES
SANDBOX?

A STARTUP PROGRAM
LIKE NO OTHER

Throughout SANDBOX, founders can expect a flexible curriculum of content and a series of sprints focusing on growth and fundraising. The program sees founders develop a habit of feedback and accountability; rewarding those that make significant progress. SANDBOX is uniquely structured into 2 phases.

Application process: 3-stage application process including submitting an application form, presenting on a screening call, then pitching to the SANDBOX Selection Committee.

Phase 1 - "Diagnostics": Deep-dive 2-months focusing on diagnostics, product-market-fit, and positioning.

Internal "Pitch": All startups pitch to the SANDBOX Investment Committee. Those shortlisted are invited to Phase 2 and receive an investment of $150,000 from Oraseya Capital via SAFE Note Agreement ($110,000 cash + $40,000 program fee).

Phase 2 - "Sprints": Intensive 3-months focusing on investor-readiness, commercialisation, and growth.

At the end of Phase 2, the program wraps up with the SANDBOX Demo Day whereby founders pitch to investors from around the region and around the world.

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TESTIMONIALS

Faster daily movement, easier access, and a more connected environment than conventional multi-building office developments.
- Ibrahim Youssef, CEO & co-founder, iSchool
SANDBOX is a very practical, lively and founder-need-centric startup program offering mentors of the highest caliber. The program team are big enthusiasts, they really love what they do and very attentive to every startup and founder.
- Alex Fedunov, CEO & co-founder, Villa Cotton
Absolutely fantastic structure supporting startups getting ready for growth. Would recommend to anyone wanting to have their startup setup done correctly from get go!
- Joonas Jantunen, CEO, CollectiveSpend
Our experience at SANDBOX has been nothing short of exceptional. The environment is one that fosters creativity, collaboration, and hard work, and we are excited to see where this journey takes us.
- Luigi Senese, CEO & co-founder, AI Gen Lab
SANDBOX is a really high-quality program that equips startups with all the tools and mentorship one can ask for. From launching a product to scaling in the UAE market, it's a one-stop shop for all your startup needs.
- Huzaifa Hameed, CEO & Founder, Hulexo
As a startup founder, you are exposed to risks and problems on daily basis and you have to be relentless in solving such problems and taking decisions on your own. Having SANDBOX by your side allows you to solve 10x more problems and make better decisions - day in and day out.
- Hasan Wehbi, CEO & co-founder, DUDI
SANDBOX has really invested huge time, effort, and money to support its startups....unlike any other program for sure!
- Haisam Jamal, CEO & co-founder, Distichain
If you know your WHY, SANDBOX is a good place to learn HOW! A place to make 0 to 1.
- Enver Sorkun, former CEO & Founder, Bitocast
A perfect environment to work in, SANDBOX is the right place to be if you want to push your startup and learn fast how to navigate out of your comfort zone.
- Emmanuel Isenbrandt, CEO & Founder, Oslo Pet Insurance
I think SANDBOX is a great place to be at, the team is supportive and doing their best to push the startups to unlock their full potential. I also think that the content and the knowledge provided are both amazing. I was really impressed.
- Mo Fouda, CEO & co-founder, Sketshare
We know how hard it would have been if we were not part of SANDBOX program to run our startup. Execution is lot easier now. The support and help are highly appreciated.
- Anshuman Maini, CEO and Founder, Konspot
In short, SANDBOX is a great program, really impactful and fruitful.
- Muneeb Anjum, CEO & co-founder, AHAD