Dabchy, a leading online marketplace for second-hand fashion in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has raised a seven-figure pre-Series A funding round.
The Tunisian startup aims to use this investment to expand its reach across the region and introduce new product categories.
The funding round was led by Janngo Capital, a venture capital firm focused on promoting gender equality in Africa.
Other investors included U.S.-based firms Renew and Village Capital, as well as prominent business angels such as the founders of InstaDeep, a Tunisian artificial intelligence company.
Dabchy’s success highlights the growing interest in circular economy solutions for fashion, especially in emerging markets.
In Tunisia, the clothing industry accounts for about 20% of GDP, with women holding 80% of jobs in the sector.
Fatoumata Bâ, Founder and Executive Chairwoman of Janngo Capital, emphasized the startup’s role in reshaping the industry:
“Dabchy is driving sustainable change in the clothing sector while delivering economic, social, and environmental benefits,” she said. “We are excited to support its expansion into Egypt and other markets.”
The demand for second-hand fashion is increasing across Africa, where 80% of apparel and footwear purchases come from the resale market.
However, quality and reliability remain challenges. Dabchy addresses this by offering a user-friendly digital platform where customers can buy and sell pre-owned clothing with ease.
Since its launch in 2016, the platform has attracted 1.3 million users in Tunisia, proving the demand for affordable and sustainable fashion.
With the new funding, Dabchy plans to extend its operations across North Africa and the Middle East by 2026.
The company is also expanding beyond fashion into home goods, sports equipment, books, and games.
A new section, “Dabchy Men,” was recently introduced to meet the rising demand for second-hand men’s fashion.
Dabchy’s CEO and Co-Founder, Ameni Mansouri, expressed excitement about the company’s future:
“This investment will help us scale our business, improve user experience, and strengthen our position in the region,” she said. “Our goal is to make circular e-commerce both sustainable and profitable.”
Investor Ashley Maddox praised the platform’s potential, saying, “Dabchy makes shopping for second-hand fashion simple and digital. Consumers are embracing it, and under Ameni’s leadership, the company is set to dominate the market in North Africa and the Middle East.”
Dabchy is also working on improving logistics and transaction security to enhance customer satisfaction.
The company plans to optimize supply chains and partner with regional delivery services as it enters new markets.
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