Aayan Leasing and Investment Company has acquired a strategic stake in Fresh Minds, the owner of Dawi, one of Kuwait’s leading digital healthcare platforms. The deal was executed through one of Aayan’s subsidiaries, signaling the group’s growing interest in health technology as part of its broader diversification strategy.
The investment underscores Aayan’s intention to expand beyond financial services into high-growth digital sectors. The move comes amid rising investor appetite for healthtech solutions in the Gulf, driven by national digital transformation agendas and growing consumer demand for accessible healthcare.
Abdullah Mohammed Al-Shatti, Chief Executive Officer of Aayan Leasing and Investment, described the acquisition as “an investment in the future,” emphasizing that digital healthcare is among the most transformative industries of the coming decade. He added that Aayan’s backing will strengthen Dawi’s ability to scale and enhance its technology infrastructure.
Bader Nasser Shishtari, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Fresh Minds, said the partnership represents “a milestone” for Dawi, highlighting the confidence a publicly listed company like Aayan places in the platform’s long-term potential. “This is not merely a financial investment, but a strategic partnership built on trust and a shared vision,” he said, noting that Dawi plans to expand further across Kuwait and the wider Gulf region.
Dr Abdulwahab Sadeq, Professor of Law and Partner at Meysan Partners, who served as Dawi’s legal advisor for the transaction, said the deal serves as “a model for collaboration between major institutions and promising startups.” He added that such partnerships contribute to building investor confidence in Kuwait’s digital economy.
Dawi currently connects patients with hospitals, clinics, and physicians across multiple specialties, offering digital appointment booking, online consultations, and a second-opinion service. The platform plans to introduce new services and partnerships with major healthcare providers in the coming period, reinforcing its role in Kuwait’s growing digital healthcare ecosystem.
Aayan’s investment reflects a broader regional trend of financial and investment institutions entering the healthtech space, in line with national visions emphasizing healthcare innovation and technology-driven services. Kuwait, like its Gulf neighbors, has been actively promoting digital health as part of its post-pandemic transformation strategy.
Aayan backs Kuwait’s Dawi in move toward digital healthcare growth