Saudi Edtech GAGA Raises $2.5M Pre-Series A to Scale AI-Powered Learning

Eyad Alshabaan and Abdullah Alkharsani, GAGA Co-Founders

Saudi-based edtech startup GAGA raised USD 2.5 million in a Pre-Series A funding round led by Phoenix Venture Partners. The round also included participation from family offices and individual investors.

With this raise, GAGA’s total funding reaches USD 4.2 million since inception. This follows an earlier USD 1.7 million round.

Founded by Abdullah Alkharsani and Eyad Alshabaan, GAGA is an edtech startup that focuses on live online education. The platform targets students between 4 and 18 years old.

It is an online platform that provides highly interactive live classes. Its aim is to create a rewarding, gamified, and interactive environment.

It offers more than 1,000 live programs across over 200 academic and skill-based subjects. The platform connects students with teachers in real time.

The model centers on interactive learning rather than recorded content. It aims to improve engagement and learning outcomes through direct teacher-student interaction.

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GAGA is also building AI-powered tools to personalize the learning experience. These tools assess student performance and identify learning gaps.

This allows the platform to tailor educational paths based on individual needs. It combines teacher input with data-driven insights.

The company positions itself as an alternative to traditional private tutoring. It also competes with non-interactive digital learning platforms.

Its focus remains on Arabic-language content tailored to local education systems. This aligns with rising demand for localized edtech solutions in Saudi Arabia.

With the new funding, GAGA plans to expand its teacher network. It also aims to enhance its educational programs and technology stack.

The company will continue investing in AI capabilities to scale personalized learning. It is also working to reach more students across Saudi Arabia.

Source: Waya Media