Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Zain KSA has officially appointed Eng. Saad bin Abdulrahman AlSadhan as CEO, recognizing his extensive experience and leadership in advancing the company’s digital transformation initiatives and strategic partnerships aligned with Saudi Vision 2030. His appointment reinforces Zain’s commitment to empowering government and enterprise sectors with innovative telecom and cloud solutions.
Zain KSA has named Eng. Saad bin Abdulrahman AlSadhan as its CEO, following his tenure as Acting CEO. With over two decades in telecom and IT, AlSadhan has been instrumental in expanding Zain’s B2B sector, launching cloud solutions, and supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 digital goals. His appointment underscores Zain’s commitment to innovation and growth.
Hesham Mahran will take over as CEO of Orange Egypt on August 1, succeeding Yasser Shaker, who moves to lead Orange’s Middle East and Africa division. This change aligns with the group’s broader strategy on digital transformation and leadership development.
Taghreed Abdulfattah Al Lawati resigns from Omantel with her last day set for August 25, 2025. The Board thanked her for her service and will soon disclose her successor or interim caretaker.
Orange Egypt has appointed Hesham Mahran as CEO, succeeding Yasser Shaker, who becomes Chairman. Mahran’s leadership and digital transformation experience reflect Orange Group’s confidence in Egyptian talent and its commitment to Egypt’s telecom future.
Robi Axiata appointed telecom veteran Ziad Shatara as its new CEO starting September 1, with acting CEO M Riyaaz Rasheed transitioning back to CFO. Ziad’s extensive global experience in telecom leadership and transformation equips him to drive Robi’s next chapter of innovation and growth.
Sabina Maskey steps in as the acting head of Nepal Telecom amid a corruption investigation targeting the former leadership and associated foreign entities. The move aims to restore governance and accountability within the state-owned telecom company.
Vodacom Group has appointed Mohamed Abdallah as CEO of its International Markets and Vodafone Egypt, uniting operations in Egypt, DRC, Lesotho, Mozambique, and Tanzania under his leadership. This move supports Vodacom’s Vision 2030 by driving growth and operational excellence across key African markets.
Vodacom Group has appointed Mohamed Abdallah as CEO of Vodacom International Markets and Vodafone Egypt. Expanding his current role, Mohamed will oversee operations in Egypt, DRC, Lesotho, Mozambique, and Tanzania under a unified leadership structure. This move supports Vodacom’s Vision 2030 growth strategy and operational simplification. Mohamed succeeds Diego Gutierrez, who stepped down after seven years leading international business.
UiPath has appointed Sara Al-Alsheikh as Regional Vice President and Managing Director for Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Bahrain. Based in Riyadh, she will lead growth and customer success initiatives amid increasing AI automation adoption across the Gulf. With extensive experience and a strong regional track record, Al-Alsheikh’s leadership supports the Gulf’s Vision 2030 goals of innovation, sustainable growth, and gender inclusion.