Season 4, episode 1
Khayai
خيّاي
Khyal (خيال) is an Egyptian equestrian app founded by Mohamed Zahran and Nadine Samy.
Watch the pitchThe founders asked
5M EGP
for 22.5% · valuation 22.2M EGP
The deal
7M EGP
for 50% · Investor not named in sources
In short: Khayai pitched in Season 4, episode 1. The founders asked for 5M EGP for 22.5%, valuing the company at 22.2M EGP. They walked away with a deal: 7M EGP for 50%.
Overview
Khyal (خيال) is an Egyptian equestrian app founded by Mohamed Zahran and Nadine Samy. The idea began in Saqqara, near the pyramids. Billed as the first app of its kind in the Arab world, it puts riding lessons and free horse riding on one platform. Riders, trainers and stables can connect, users can book sessions, and horses can be bought and sold. The team says it has trained more than 7,000 people and served over 80,000 customers in four years.
The pitch
Mohamed Zahran and Nadine Samy pitched Khyal as an app that combines riding lessons and free horse riding. They asked for EGP 5M for 22.5% and presented their training numbers and customer base. All five sharks showed interest and competed for the deal. The pitch reportedly ended with an EGP 7M investment for 50%.
Services & products
- Riding lessonsStructured horse riding lessons with trainers, booked through the app.
- Free riding sessionsBook open horse rides, such as rides around Saqqara and the pyramids area.
- Stable and trainer networkConnects riders with stables and equestrian trainers in one place.
- Horse marketplaceLets users list, buy and sell horses through the platform.
Team
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Frequently asked questions
What is Khayai?
Khyal (خيال) is an Egyptian equestrian app founded by Mohamed Zahran and Nadine Samy. The idea began in Saqqara, near the pyramids. Billed as the first app of its kind in the Arab world, it puts riding lessons and free horse riding on one platform. Riders, trainers and stables can connect, users can book sessions, and horses can be bought and sold. The team says it has trained more than 7,000 people and served over 80,000 customers in four years.
Who founded Khayai?
Khayai was founded by Mohamed Zahran and Nadine Samy, who pitched it on Shark Tank Egypt.
When did Khayai appear on Shark Tank Egypt?
In Season 4, episode 1 (2025-2026).
How much did Khayai ask for on Shark Tank Egypt?
5M EGP for 22.5%, valuing the company at 22.2M EGP.
Did Khayai get a deal on Shark Tank Egypt?
Yes: 7M EGP for 50%.
More questions (9)
What is Khayai's valuation on Shark Tank Egypt?
The final deal valued Khayai at 14M EGP, against 22.2M EGP in the founders' ask.
What does Khayai offer?
Riding lessons, Free riding sessions, Stable and trainer network and Horse marketplace.
Where is Khayai based and when was it founded?
Khayai is based in Giza (Saqqara), Egypt.
Where can I watch Khayai's pitch?
The pitch from Season 4, episode 1 is on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=FegzHYHmb1Q
How much equity did Khayai give up on Shark Tank Egypt?
50%, against the 22.5% offered in the pitch.
Did Khayai get what it asked for on Shark Tank Egypt?
It asked for 5M EGP for 22.5% and closed at 7M EGP for 50%, so the valuation went from 22.2M EGP to 14M EGP.
Which episode of Shark Tank Egypt was Khayai in?
Season 4, episode 1. Also in that episode: Waymoure. Details →
Which sharks did Khayai pitch to?
The Season 4 panel: Ahmed El Sewedy, Mohamed Farouk, Mohamed Ismail Mansour, Abdallah Sallam, Ayman Abbas, Dina Ghabbour, Ahmed Tarek Khalil, Hilda Louca, Bishoy Azmy, Hala El-Kasem, Noor Sweid, Hend Sabry, Aya Abdel Raouf and Mounaz Abdel Raouf.
What sector is Khayai in?
Sports. 6 other Sports startups pitched on the show. Details →
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