Kouncel, the fast-growing legal edtech platform, has successfully raised a strategic investment from Alexandre Boules through his investment firm, IBF & Company. the fund will be directed toward expanding Kouncel’s footprint into the GCC region and enriching its content offering to support legal professionals across the Middle East and Africa (MEA).

What is Kouncel?

Kouncel is the first dedicated legal e-learning platform in the region, offering on-demand, practical courses taught by top-tier legal professionals. Designed for lawyers, law students, in-house counsel, and legal teams, the platform combines flexibility with quality, allowing users to learn anywhere, anytime. Kouncel already boasts hundreds of hours of bilingual content and aims to become the go-to resource for legal upskilling in Arabic- and English-speaking markets.

Strategic Expansion, Regional Focus

This new capital from Alexandre Boules and IBF will enable Kouncel to:

• Expanding in (GCC) countries, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman.

• Develop localized courses tailored to GCC regulations and legal practice.

• Partner with regional law firms and institutions to enhance content relevance and certification value.

• Invest in platform features such as AI-powered course recommendations, mobile-first UX, and interactive case simulations.

The transaction was advised by Mazghouny & Co., a Cairo-based law firm known for its sharp focus on transactions and regulatory advisory. The deal team was led by Donia Mazghouny, Managing Partner, with key contributions from Khadiga Abou-Zeid (Senior Associate), Yehia Zakaria (Associate), and Ahmed Heiba (Associate). The firm supported Kouncel throughout the investment process, ensuring regulatory compliance and deal execution.

What They Said

Alexandre Boules, Founder of IBF & Company, expressed his optimism about the partnership:

“I see immense potential in Kouncel to provide convenient legal education to all practitioners across the MEA. This investment is about empowering legal professionals to level up their skills, enhance legal systems, and ultimately strengthen justice through knowledge.”

Ibrahim Saleh, Founder & CEO of Kouncel, shared:

“Having Alex on board is a very important step toward Kouncel’s vision to empower more professionals around the world. I have always believed in education as the main gateway to a better future. With his backing, we’re confident we can make high-quality legal education more accessible and impactful across the GCC.”

What’s Next for Kouncel

• Q4 2025: Full rollout in the GCC with country-specific tracks

• Bilingual Expansion: English and Arabic content to cater to diverse learners

• Legal Tech Innovation: CPD-accredited certifications, peer learning communities, and AI-driven tools

• Strategic Alliances: Partnerships with bar associations and top-tier law firms in the region

With this milestone, Kouncel is not just scaling—it’s transforming legal education in the MEA. Backed by strategic capital, legal expertise, and visionary leadership, the platform is set to empower the next generation of lawyers with the tools they need to thrive in an ever-evolving legal landscape.