Mataa
OperatingMataa is a Libyan-born e-commerce startup reshaping how North Africa shops online.
- E-Commerce
- Tripoli, Libya
- Angel
- Founded 2022
- mataaa.com ↗
- Last round
- Angel
- Rounds
- 1
- since 2022
- Employees
- 11-50
About Mataa
Mataa is a Libyan-born e-commerce startup reshaping how North Africa shops online. Founded in 2022 by entrepreneur Ibrahim Shuwehdi, Mataa combines intuitive technology with localized logistics to deliver a fast, seamless shopping experience across Libya—and soon, the wider region.
Built to serve over 6 million internet users in Libya, Mataa operates a mobile-first marketplace that empowers merchants, social sellers, and everyday consumers. The platform enables Facebook-based businesses to sync products effortlessly, reduce advertising costs, and scale operations with real-time insights. With its express delivery model, centralized warehousing, and regional expansion playbook, Mataa is unlocking e-commerce for a 275 million-person North African market.
Mataa funding1 round
The latest is an Angel announced 31 Jul 2025.
| Announced | Round | Lead · investors | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul 2025 | Mataa Angel | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
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Frequently asked about Mataa
- Where is Mataa based and when was it founded?
- Mataa is headquartered in Tripoli, Libya and was founded in 2022.
- Who is the CEO of Mataa?
- Ibrahim Shuwehdi is Mataa's CEO.
- How much funding has Mataa raised?
- Mataa has raised 1 funding round; the amounts were not disclosed. Its latest, a Angel, was announced on Jul 31, 2025.
- What sector is Mataa in?
- Mataa operates in E-Commerce, Mobile App and RetailTech.
