Morocco’s transport challenges are well known. Growing cities, long daily commutes, traffic congestion and limited public transport options have created pressure on workers, companies and public authorities. ENAKL, a Moroccan mobility startup, believes these problems can be solved with shared transport that is built for real daily use. Its recent $2.3 million Seed funding round shows that investors agree. The raise marks an important step not only for the company, but also for the future of urban mobility in Morocco and similar emerging markets.
Founded in 2022, ENAKL focuses on demand-driven shared transport for home-to-work travel. Instead of competing with ride-hailing platforms, the company works in the space between private cars and rigid public transport systems. Its model is designed to reduce congestion, improve access to work and offer commuters a safer, more reliable and affordable way to travel. With fresh capital and growing public and private sector interest, ENAKL is now preparing to scale its impact.
Building mobility that works in real life
ENAKL was founded by Samir Bennani and Charles Pommarède, later joined by Ahmed Omrane. From the start, the team chose a grounded approach. Rather than rushing to scale, they spent the past 18 months building technology while operating real mobility networks on the ground. This period allowed them to test their ideas with actual users, drivers companies, and public partners.
Reflecting on this early phase, ENAKL’s Co-founder and CEO Charles Pommarède said, “Over the past 18 months, our first investments helped us do three things right.” He explained that the company focused on execution before expansion, starting with technology. “build a solid technological platform” was the first priority, followed closely by operations. “run real mobility networks at scale.” Finally, the team aimed to validate its model in real conditions. “prove that demand-driven shared transport works, for companies and for public actors.”
Pommarède emphasized that these results came from direct engagement with users. “We spent time on the ground, with clients and drivers, to find the right product and service offering.” This hands-on approach shaped ENAKL’s service design and its understanding of how shared transport must function to be trusted and used daily.
The results of this work led to the company’s latest funding milestone. Announcing the Seed round, Pommarède stated, “2.3M$ raised. And a new chapter for ENAKL.” The round was finalized in December 2025 and brings the company’s total funding to $3.7 million, following a $1.4 million pre-Seed round completed at the end of 2024.
The Seed round welcomed new local backers alongside existing partners. Pommarède noted, “A big welcome to the new Moroccan 🇲🇦 investors joining this round: Azur Innovation Management, Witamax, MFOUNDERS.” He also acknowledged the continued support from earlier investors, adding, “And thank you to Catalyst Fund and Digital Africa for doubling down and trust since the beginning.” The combination of Moroccan and international investors reflects confidence in ENAKL’s relevance to local mobility challenges and its ability to execute at scale.
At the product level, ENAKL offers collective transport enabled by technology. The service allows users to plan their commute by entering their departure location, work destination and desired arrival time. Within minutes, they receive pickup details within walking distance of their home and information about their assigned minibus. The experience is designed to be direct, comfortable, safe and affordable. One click, one seat, one direct journey.
Behind this simple interface is a Transport as a Service model adapted to local realities. ENAKL applies TaaS technologies to traditional transport solutions such as shared taxis and minibuses. This creates a reliable alternative to public transport that aligns with the real commuting patterns of workers in emerging cities.
Scaling impact through technology and partnerships
The new funding will allow ENAKL to enter its next growth phase with a clear operational focus. According to Pommarède, “This new round will allow us to industrialize our technology into a SaaS platform.” The Software-as-a-Service model will enable companies, fleet operators and public institutions to use ENAKL’s optimization tools to manage their own transport networks.
Scaling deployments is another priority. Pommarède explained that the company plans to “scale deployments with companies and public partners” while also expanding its technical capabilities. ENAKL is already gaining traction with public institutions. In 2025, it secured its first public pilot contract with the Casablanca–Settat Region, marking a key step in its engagement with regional authorities.
The funding will also support experimentation with new transport formats. Pommarède confirmed plans to “test new ride-pooling and fleet models, starting in Morocco.” These tests aim to improve vehicle occupancy, reduce congestion, and lower emissions while keeping services affordable for users.
Despite expansion plans, the company’s mission remains unchanged. Pommarède concluded, “Same focus. Same ambition: build shared mobility solutions that actually works in real life.” He also acknowledged the collective effort behind the company’s progress, stating he is “Grateful to the team, our partners and the clients who trusted us early.”
ENAKL is operating at a time when urban congestion, access to employment and decarbonization are no longer optional concerns. They are economic priorities. By offering shared, optimized transport that fits daily realities, the company aligns with both corporate efficiency goals and public policy needs.
With $2.3 million in new capital, strong investor backing and early public-sector validation, ENAKL is positioning itself as a practical and scalable solution for Morocco’s urban mobility future.
