The origin of great founding stories

Our Story

Magnus Ventures is a founder-centric venture studio and investment firm focused on supporting early-stage startups across the MENAP region. We exist to bridge the equity gap faced by promising entrepreneurs who often struggle to secure early-stage funding despite building strong, scalable ideas.

More than just capital providers, we work alongside founders from day one, helping shape strategy, refine business models, strengthen operations, and unlock access to the right networks. Our approach is hands-on and long-term, rooted in partnership rather than transactions.

To date, Magnus Ventures has invested in and supported 35 + early-stage ventures across multiple industries and markets, backing founders who are solving meaningful problems and building with ambition.

Founded by Ashraf Kalim and Zain Moosa, Magnus Ventures draws on over two decades of global experience in angel and venture capital investing. Their vision is centered on democratizing access to funding and empowering overlooked entrepreneurial talent, fostering sustainable innovation and economic growth across the region.

We offer direction, execution, and create brand identities for early stage startups

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Funded Founders

A group of founders dedicated to accelerating scale-ups by fostering rapid growth, funding, and expansion.

Scale-Up Experts

Our expansive network fuels startup growth by facilitating introductions and placements that encompass everything from perfecting pitch decks to enhancing marketing strategies.

Leadership Learning

Through a variety of in-person workshops, webinars, and virtual Zoom meetings, we offer growth programs and networking opportunities for our entrepreneurs.

Investor Network

Our committed investor network not only supports you, but also connects you to a broader pool of investors.

Strategic partners

Our community offers additional support to their members, including in-house production house, website development, digital marketing and strategic connections with Zoom for extended reach.

Community development

We're committed to community involvement and offer collaboration opportunities for fundraisers, as seen in our partnerships with TechTree, The Crafters Guild, and numerous others.

Leadership Learning

Through a variety of in-person workshops, webinars, and virtual Zoom meetings, we offer growth programs and networking opportunities for our entrepreneurs.

Community development

We're committed to community involvement and offer collaboration opportunities for fundraisers, as seen in our partnerships with TechTree, The Crafters Guild, and numerous others.

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Our Portfolio

— Invested In

Weeklik
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Frgmnt
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Magniverse
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Preloved Toy
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Nextride
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Paper Moons
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Creative Digital
Agency
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Pakistan’s 1st Sports Agency

Visit — Pakistan’s 1st
Sports Agency
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Non-Profit Info Portal For Karachi

Visit — Non-Profit Info Portal
For Karachi
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Music industry database

Visit — Music industry
database
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Pakistan’s first social hub For cricket

Visit — Pakistan’s first social hub For cricket
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Sustainable Housing Solution

Visit — Sustainable Housing
Solution
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Mobile game development studio

Visit — Mobile game
development studio
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Game development studio

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studio
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Connects you with skilled handymen

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skilled handymen
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Connect schools and homes

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and homes
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Entertainment Company

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Company
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Ethical slow fashion label

Visit — Ethical slow
fashion label
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Media Consultancy & Services Provider

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Augmented Reality Games For Physiotherapy

Visit — Augmented Reality Games For Physiotherapy
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Home Furnishings Made In Pakistan

Visit — Home Furnishings Made In Pakistan
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E-Learning Network

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Network
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Social Media Management Tool

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Management Tool
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Design studio

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studio
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Initiatives to promote STEM education in Pakistan

Visit — Initiatives to promote STEM education in Pakistan
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Eases Urdu-language
learning

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learning
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Efficient planning in
infrastructure development

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Light weight, eco-friendly and fuel-efficient vehicles

Visit — Light weight, eco-friendly and fuel-efficient vehicles
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Health data exchange network

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exchange network
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Social entrepreneurial start-up

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start-up
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Promotes mental health advocacy

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health advocacy
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Services for cleaning, maintenance
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Backing Founders, Building The Future

Founders, Vision, and the AI Economy: GITEX GLOBAL 2025

Step Conference DXB 2025: The Innovators To Watch

The Ultimate Tech and Innovation Extravaganza Returns to Dubai!

5 major investment announcements at 021Disrupt

Magnus Ventures launches second fund at Dubai’s Gitex global startup event

in5 startups step up to beat Coronavirus pandemic

021Disrupt hosts 1000+ innovators, 600+ startups, and 20+ investors for its third edition in Karachi

Pakistani startups rake in millions of dollars

KheloKricket

Khelo Kricket: The night tournament changing girls’ cricket in Pakistan

2 Pakistani startups in first batch of Google’s game developer programme

ModulusTech Closes Seed Investment Round Led By Magnus Communications

Magnus Ventures Launches Its Second Fund At GITEX Global To Back MENAP Founders

Pakistani Startups Shine At The 39th GITEX

Magnus Ventures Launches Fund to Back Overlooked Founders in MENAP

Testimonials

I've had the privilege of knowing Ashraf Kalim and Zain Moosa for several years, and I can confidently say they are like brothers to me. Our association with their company, Magnus Ventures, since 2017 has been nothing short of remarkable. In this time, not only have they provided invaluable guidance, but they have consistently been there to support me through various challenges.

One particularly challenging period was when I lost everything in the devastating Karachi floods of 2020. AK and ZM helped me to rebuild my production house and artist management company, Laal Series and they stepped in without hesitation, offering their unwavering assistance to help me rebuild my company. Their generosity, commitment, and genuine concern for others truly stand out.
Furthermore, we have embarked on different ventures together, with the most prominent being 'Sounds of Pakistan.' Through this initiative, we are officially building a hub for all the musicians and artists of Pakistan, showcasing their incredible talent to the world.
I'm immensely grateful for their friendship, their unwavering support in both good times and bad, and their dedication to promoting Pakistani talent through 'Sounds of Pakistan.' AK and ZM are not just business associates; they are true friends and mentors. I couldn't have asked for better individuals to have by my side.

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Hasan Effendi

Founder - Sounds of Pakistan | Laal Studios

Magnus Ventures has played a fundamental role in the success of 'Our Human Capital,' our HR and management consultancy. Their exceptional proficiency in web design, development, and marketing has been transformative for our online presence, elevating our business to unprecedented levels of success. Right from the initiation of our collaboration, Magnus Ventures demonstrated a deep comprehension of our industry

and the specific hurdles we encountered. Their team put in exhaustive efforts to craft a website that not only radiates professionalism and sophistication but also seamlessly integrates our services, rendering it a user-friendly hub for our clients and associates.
We wholeheartedly endorse their services to any organization in pursuit of top-notch web design, development, and marketing solutions. Their unwavering commitment to our project has been pivotal in realizing our business goals. We eagerly anticipate the ongoing progress and development of our partnership.

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Farid Zafar

Founder - Our Human Capital

Magnus Ventures significantly influenced our TwoDots journey within the MENA region. Their invaluable support and introduction to the GITEX Conference were instrumental in our accomplishments. The firm's commitment to facilitating connections between the MENA and the US for Pakistani founders is commendable.I wholeheartedly support their mission and eagerly anticipatethe opportunities they continue to

generate for aspiring entrepreneurs. Wishing you the best of luck.

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Umair Ali Khatri

Founder - TwoDots

When commencing a startup, it frequently feels like a solitary journey, reliant on one's unwavering belief. Encountering Magnus Ventures, led by visionaries who passionately invest in entrepreneurial dreams, is a rare and valuable opportunity.
Expressing deep gratitude to Magnus Ventures, I sincerely hope that every endeavor they pursue encounters abundant success.

Their support has been instrumental and deeply appreciated in the entrepreneurial journey.

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The origin of great founding stories

Our Story

We offer direction, execution, and create brand identities for early stage startups

Discover Our Expertise

Funded Founders

Scale-Up Experts

Leadership Learning

Investor Network

Strategic partners

Community development

Leadership Learning

Community development

Thought Leadership Forums

Our Portfolio

— Invested In

— Supported

— Partners

Gallery

Blogs

News & Blogs

Testimonials

Hasan Effendi

Founder - Sounds of Pakistan | Laal Studios

Farid Zafar

Founder - Our Human Capital

Umair Ali Khatri

Founder - TwoDots

Faisal Jasnak

Founder - Shake The AI

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