Vodacom Group Appoints Mohamed Abdallah as CEO of Vodacom International Markets and Vodafone Egypt

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.

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GBS and Huawei Cloud Partner to Accelerate Saudi Arabia’s Digital Transformation

Gulf Business Solutions (GBS) has partnered with Huawei Cloud to offer secure, scalable cloud services in Saudi Arabia, supporting Vision 2030’s digital transformation. The collaboration will expand GBS’s cloud portfolio, helping public and private sector clients modernize IT infrastructure and drive digital change across various industries.

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Middle East Tech Startups Urged to Adapt as Competition Intensifies

Tech startups in the UAE and Saudi Arabia face rising competition as international founders reshape the region’s landscape. Entrepreneurs are urged to demonstrate strong business models, adaptability, and market understanding to succeed. Key principles for success include motivation, intuition, courage, foresight, and inspiration to stay competitive and attract investment.

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Saudi Arabia’s Transport Sector Achieves Record-Breaking Performance During Ramadan

Saudi Arabia’s transportation sector experienced record demand during Ramadan, with the Haramain High-Speed Railway carrying over 1.2 million passengers. Public transport buses, ride-hailing, car rentals, and logistics also saw significant growth. These achievements reflect the success of regulatory efforts and the country’s ongoing commitment to Vision 2030’s goals.

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Saudi Arabia Enhances Global Diplomatic Efforts and Strengthens Women’s Empowerment

Saudi Arabia’s Cabinet has approved key international initiatives, including hosting talks for peace in Ukraine and strengthening women’s empowerment under Vision 2030. The Kingdom’s leadership also emphasized support for Palestine, Syria, and regional cooperation. Additionally, positive economic growth and national projects were reviewed, along with celebrations of Saudi Flag Day.

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