• Operating Companies Awarded for Excellence Across Several Areas
• Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison scooped a People’s Choice Stevie Award
• Fatima Sultan Al-Kuwari, Group Chief Human Resources Officer, as a finalist in the Stevie Awards for Women in Business
• Sheikh Mohammed Bin Abdulla Al Thani, Deputy Group CEO: “Awards Testament to our Commitment to Customer Service, Upgrading Customers’ Worlds”

Ooredoo Group has announced the wins of 13 awards at the 2022 Stevie International Business Awards (IBAs), with Group and its operating companies receiving three Gold, three Silver and six Bronze awards.

The Stevie IBAs honour the outstanding performance and positive contributions of organisations worldwide. Ooredoo was lauded for its outstanding performance across a range of award categories, for areas including innovation, human resources and customer satisfaction.

Commenting on the awards, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Abdulla Al Thani, Deputy Group Chief Executive Officer, Ooredoo, said: “We are delighted and proud that our operating companies are the recipients of yet another host of awards for another year. Our teams across our global footprint work tirelessly to offer our customers the best products and services, and the best customer service, and these awards are strong testament to this commendable dedication. We have a strategic commitment to upgrading our customers’ worlds through innovation and digitalisation, and we are excited to see so many of the awards recognise our efforts in this regard. We are also pleased to see an award for our excellence in human resources this year; evidence that our corporate strategy to invest in our people is paying off.”

Ooredoo Group was named the Gold winner in the Most Innovative Tech Company of The Year – More Than 2,500 Employees category, and also scooped a Silver award in the Company of The Year – Telecommunications – Large category.

Ooredoo Palestine also took home a Gold award, being named the Fastest-Growing Company of The Year in the Middle East and Africa region.

Ooredoo Maldives received a Gold award in the Telecommunications – Product category, recognising its mobile payments and e-commerce innovations – m-Faisaa and Moolee.

Ooredoo Qatar’s pioneering 5G network earned the company the recognition of being a Silver Stevie award winner in the Technical Innovation of The Year – At Organisations with 1,000 or More Employees category. The company also won a Silver award in the Company of The Year – Telecommunications – Large category.

Indosat Ooredoo joined the operating companies being recognised as the best in their size categories, winning a Bronze Company of The Year – Telecommunications – Large award.

Following the merger announced earlier this year, Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison IM3 was recognised in the Most Innovative Tech Company of The Year – More Than 2,500 Employees category, winning a Bronze award.

Ooredoo Myanmar received three Bronze Stevies for their performance across a range of categories: Achievement in Customer Satisfaction; Achievement in Human Resources; and Most Valuable Corporate Response.

Ooredoo Maldives received a Bronze Stevie in the Company of The Year – Telecommunications – Large category.

Ooredoo Group is no stranger to recognition in 2022. The company was again named a Top 50 Global Telecommunications Brand in the Brand Finance Telecoms 150 2022 report by industry valuation and strategy consultancy, Brand Finance.

Ooredoo Group’s Managing Director and CEO, Aziz Aluthman Fakhroo, was also recognised for his leadership by global media company Forbes, appearing among the top 40 in the Forbes Middle East Top 50 CEOs list for 2022.

The Stevie IBA wins follow a host of other awards this year, including 15 awards at the 2022 MENA Stevie and 2022 APAC Stevie Awards. Ooredoo was also awarded Best Telco Qatar and Most Innovative Digital Communication Service Provider Qatar at the 2022 International business Magazine Awards.

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison scooped an award at the Stevie People’s Choice Awards – recognising Favourite Companies and chosen by voting – winning the award in the Telecommunications category.

Ooredoo Group’s recognition at the Stevies continues with the nomination of Fatima Sultan Al-Kuwari, Group Chief Human Resources Officer, as a finalist in the Stevie Awards for Women in Business. Mrs Al-Kuwari is in the running for an award in the Female Executive of The Year – Business Products – More than 2,500 Employees category, with results set to be announced mid-November.

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About Ooredoo

Ooredoo is an international communications company operating across the Middle East, North Africa and Southeast Asia. Serving consumers and businesses in 10 countries, Ooredoo delivers the leading data experience through a broad range of content and services via its advanced, data-centric mobile and fixed networks.

Ooredoo generated revenues of QAR 30 billion as of 31 December 2021. Its shares are listed on the Qatar Stock Exchange and the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange.

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Agreement signed in Doha during the recent visit of Google Cloud’s CEO

Region-wide deal creates a centralised application programming interface (API) gateway, allowing Ooredoo Operating Companies to easily integrate digital partner services with their internal systems, for the benefit of customers

Ooredoo Group today announced it has signed an agreement with Google Cloud to leverage Apigee’s centralised API gateway. This deal is the latest in a series of partnerships between Ooredoo and major global technology players, aimed at future-proofing its business by evolving its core operations to smart telco, upgrading its customer experiences across both business-to-consumer and business-to-business sectors.

The Google Cloud Apigee platform will enable operating companies in all Ooredoo markets to easily integrate digital partners and global applications, with its internal systems through a set of APIs, thus offering a streamlined service to customers. Business customers will benefit from accessing the API gateway capabilities for their own operations.

Present at the signing of the agreement were Aziz Aluthman Fakhroo, Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Ooredoo, and Thomas Kurian, Chief Executive Officer, Google Cloud. Also present were Deputy Group CEO and CEO of Ooredoo Qatar Sheikh Mohammed Bin Abdulla Al Thani and Group Regional CEO Ahmad Abdulaziz Al Neama.

Aziz Aluthman Fakhroo said: “This strategic partnership between Ooredoo and Google Cloud will propel us on our journey to deliver transformational digital experiences for our customers, in an environment of accelerating change.  Ooredoo is committed to upgrading our customers’ world, through the strong and sustainable development of our operations, and leveraging Google Cloud’s state-of-the-art Apigee platform will be a critical success factor in the achievement of this end goal.”

Thomas Kurian, Chief Executive Officer of Google Cloud, said: “We are pleased to support Ooredoo, one of the world’s leading telecommunications providers, in delivering innovative products to its customers. With Apigee, Ooredoo Group can build applications with great flexibility, and analyze traffic to drive better performance, gain actionable insights, and generate new revenue streams. Google Cloud continues to collaborate closely with Ooredoo in its digital transformation journey.”

Ooredoo Qatar has already deployed the hybrid API gateway from Apigee, which was completed in record time due to excellent cross-party collaboration with Google Cloud. The solution combines on-premise systems with Google Cloud for better latency and data protection, and has significantly upgraded the digital journeys provided by Ooredoo Qatar to its customers.

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About Ooredoo

Ooredoo is an international communications company operating across the Middle East, North Africa, and Southeast Asia. Serving consumers and businesses in 10 countries, Ooredoo delivers leading data experience through a broad range of content and services via its advanced, data-centric mobile and fixed networks.

Ooredoo generated revenues of QAR 30 billion as of 31 December 2021. Its shares are listed on the Qatar Stock Exchange and the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange.

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Ooredoo Group announced Revenue of QAR 17 billion for 9M 2022

Revenue up 4% and Free Cash Flow up 3%

Doha, Qatar, 26 October 2022: Ooredoo Q.P.S.C. (“Ooredoo”) – Ticker: ORDS today announced its financial results for the nine months ended 30 September 2022.

Financial Highlights:

Due to the merger of Indosat Ooredoo (IO) and Hutchison in Indonesia as of January 4, 2022, the accounting treatment of Ooredoo’s previous largest international operation has been changed. Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (“IOH”) Revenue, EBITDA, customers, and Capex are no longer consolidated, as the operation is now classified as a “joint venture company.” For “a like for like” comparison, we have added a proforma table excluding the Indonesian consolidated results in 2021 and normalizing for major non-recurring items.

Normalised Proforma numbers excluding IO and major non-recurring items:

• Revenue for the nine-month period ended 30 September 2022 stood at QAR 16.9 billion, an increase of 4% compared to the same period last year.
• Group EBITDA for the period was QAR 6.9 billion, a decrease of 1%. EBITDA has been normalized for two Indonesian non-recurring items, i.e., the data centre deal in 2022 and the tower sale & lease back in 2021.

• CAPEX for the period stood at QAR 1.6 billion.

• Free Cash Flow increased 3% to reach QAR 5.3 billion mainly driven by lower CAPEX.
• Net Profit increased by 33% to reach QAR 2.1 billion for the nine months ended 30 September 2022. NP has been normalised in the same manner as EBITDA plus impairments and FX impact.
• Consolidated customer base stood at 55 million, driven by growth in most markets offset by a decline in Myanmar.

Operational highlights:

• On August 11, Ooredoo Group unveiled the Company’s brand-new logo and tagline “Upgrade Your World”. The new tagline is about enabling human progress, reflecting the Company’s commitment to keep improving, never standing still.
• On September 7, Ooredoo Group announced the planned sale of its telecom business in Myanmar to Nine Communications Pte. Ltd at an enterprise value of USD 576 million. The transaction is pending the usual regulatory approvals.
• On September 26, Ooredoo Group announced that it is potentially carving out its tower portfolio, comprising of approximately 20,000 towers, to extract optimal value from its infrastructure and create more value for customers and shareholders.
• On September 26, Ooredoo Group hosted its ‘Upgrade your world – Upgrade your portfolio’ Capital Markets Day, which was led by its executive leadership team. The virtual event was attended by fund managers, financial analysts, retail investors and other key stakeholders.
• Post period, Htar Thant Zin was appointed as Acting CEO for Ooredoo Myanmar, she will assume her new role effective 1 November 2022.
• On October 24, Ooredoo won the “Best Investor Relations officer in Qatar” award at the annual conference at the Middle East Investor Relations Association (MEIRA) Awards 2022 in Riyad.

Commenting on the results, HE Sheikh Faisal Bin Thani Al Thani, Chairman of Ooredoo, said:

“Ooredoo Group further delivered strong results for the nine-month period ended 30 September 2022 with Revenue of QAR 17 billion and a return to Net Profit testament to our vision to provide robust connectivity, superior customer experiences, and increased shareholder value.

Led by our digital transformation strategy, we continue to leverage opportunities in the market, and I can confidently say that we are well positioned to see strong returns as we remain agile and adapt to the fast-changing nature of the markets in which we operate.”

Also commenting on the results, Aziz Aluthman Fakhroo, Managing Director and CEO of Ooredoo said:

“Ooredoo Group’s growth trajectory continues with the business delivering strong set of results, normalised Proforma Revenue grew by 4% to reach QAR 17 billion year to date.

The GCC markets have led that top line growth with increases in Kuwait by 12%, Oman 8% and Qatar by 6%.

Ooredoo Group’s strong focus on operational efficiencies and optimized Capex resulted in an EBITDA margin of 40% and a 3% improvement in Free Cash Flow over 9M 2021, despite inflationary headwinds in most of our markets, in the form of higher energy cost and currency depreciation.

Our joint venture, Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (“IOH”), remains on track to hit its targets outlined at the start of 2022. IOH will report Q3 results on 28 October 2022.

We remain focused on our growth and look forward to continuing to deliver long term value for our shareholders, customers, and the markets in which we operate.”

Operational Review

Middle East

Ooredoo Qatar

Ooredoo Qatar saw good growth during the period. Reported revenue was up 6% year-on-year to QAR 5.7 billion (9M 2021: QAR 5.4 billion), driven by growth in post-paid services, sales of Ooredoo tv, Ooredoo financial and B2B services. EBITDA reached QAR 2.8 billion (9M 2021: QAR 2.9 billion), with EBITDA margin at 50%. Service revenue was up by 6% year-on-year, while the mobile customer base grew by 2%. Of note, interest in FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 had a marked impact on sales of the Ooredoo ONE home service, with the customer base growing 18% year-on-year. Total customer number reached 3.2 million.

The company continued to diversify its B2B services portfolio during the period, launching the Microsoft Intune solution for business customers and supporting Microsoft’s Qatar data centre regional launch. In addition, the company launched new packages for enterprise vehicle tracking and a range of special short-term cyber-security packages to help businesses protect themselves against DDoS attacks and web-related attacks during FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. In addition, Ooredoo Qatar launched Apple Pay on Ooredoo App, extending the range of financial services. More than 50% of customers used the Ooredoo App as their main channel for transactions during the period.

Ooredoo Oman

Ooredoo Oman reported revenues of QAR 1.9 billion, up 8%, primarily driven by higher wholesale revenue and device sales. EBITDA for the period increased 9% to QAR 983 million, supported by a healthy EBITDA margin of 53%.

Ooredoo Oman remains dedicated to providing innovative products to its customers and in testament to its contributions, the company won the award for Technology Solutions in the Telecommunications Sector at the Middle East Technology Excellence Awards 2022.

Ooredoo Kuwait

Kuwait’s economy continued to improve primarily driven by the lifting of all COVID-19 restrictions as well as the stability in oil prices. Ooredoo Kuwait reported a 12% increase in revenue to QAR 2.1 billion and an increase in EBITDA of 13%, supported by a stable EBITDA margin of 30%.

In line with Ooredoo’s strategy to provide uninterrupted digital solutions to its customers, Ooredoo Kuwait launched its new FIBER+ (FTTR) solution and rolled out 42 new sites during the quarter to provide greenfield coverage in residential areas, which led to an improved user experience for B2B and VIP customers.

Asiacell – Iraq

Asiacell reported revenue of QAR 2.7 billion, a decrease of 2%, due to the ongoing intense competition in Iraq.

Asiacell’s EBITDA dropped by 7% due to lower revenue and higher energy costs.

Q3 2022 has been the strongest quarter of the year in terms of Revenue and EBITDA.

During the quarter, Asiacell launched its new E-Shop “Asiamall”, as well as its “YallaShoot” campaign, to enhance customer satisfaction.

The Company’s customer base stands at 17.1 million, an increase of 13%.

North Africa

Ooredoo Algeria

Ooredoo Algeria reported revenue of QAR 1.7 billion during the period and EBITDA increased by 3% to QAR 625 million. In local currency terms revenue and EBITDA increased by 4% and 10%, respectively.

The Company remains focused on efficiency and cost optimisation which supported its healthy EBITDA margin of 38%.

Ooredoo Algeria’s customer base increased by 2% to 13.0 million.

Ooredoo Tunisia

Ooredoo Tunisia reported revenue of QAR 1.1 billion, a decrease of 8% for the period. In local currency terms revenue increased 2%, despite a decline in the Tunisian economy and currency depreciation of 10%.

The Company reported an EBITDA of QAR 497 million for the period.

Ooredoo Tunisia’s customer number increased to 7.2 million at the end of September, with the Company maintaining its leadership in the mobile market.

Asia

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison

The merger between Indosat Ooredoo and 3 Indonesia closed on January 4, resulting in the formation of Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (IOH) – now considered a joint venture, as opposed to a subsidiary. With this, Ooredoo Group only recognizes 33% of IOH’s profits as a contribution towards the Group’s net income, and no longer consolidates the Company’s revenue or EBITDA contribution.

IOH reports their Q3 results on 28 October 2022.

Ooredoo Myanmar

Despite the ongoing shutdown of internet services in parts of Sagaing region and the tax increase on data services Ooredoo Myanmar reported flat revenues of QAR 798 million and a 30% increase in EBITDA due to strict cost control. In local currency terms revenue was up by 19%.

In September, Ooredoo Group announced the sale of its telecom business in Myanmar to Nine Communications Pte. Ltd at an enterprise value of USD 576 million and total equity consideration of USD 162 million. This transaction is an important milestone in line with the Group’s strategic decisions to focus on markets where Ooredoo is leading. The sale is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals in Myanmar.

Ooredoo’s Q3 2022 financial statements will be available on its website, accessible at: http://www.ooredoo.com.

Ooredoo Q.P.S.C. has announced the amendment of its Q3 20200 Financial Results’ conference call to be held on 31 October 2022 14:00, instead of the previously announced Date of 1st November 2022. Pre-registration is required at this link: http://ore.do/ir-call. Conference Call details are provided to investors upon registration.

For further information:

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Telco Leader to Ensure Seamless, Reliable Internet with Connectivity Aboard Hundreds of Transport Buses During FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Ooredoo – Official Middle East & Africa Telecommunications Operator of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 – has announced it is to supply connectivity for more than 350 official FIFA event buses during the tournament.

Ooredoo will make available its managed Wi-Fi along with mobile broadband to ensure seamless, reliable internet access, so players, FIFA officials and media representatives can stay connected even while travelling to and from tournament venues.

News of the connectivity provision was shared at a press conference held at Ooredoo Tower on 19 October 2022, attended by Colin Smith, FIFA Chief Operating Officer World Cup and FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Managing Director and Sheikh Nasser Bin Hamad Bin Nasser Al Thani, Chief Commercial Officer at Ooredoo.

The telco leader will provide connectivity for more than 350 buses via mobile broadband, while 300 of these buses will also offer transportation-grade managed Wi-Fi services. These Wi-Fi services will be monitored and managed in real-time utilising systems hosted in the Ooredoo Qatar Data Centre.

Sheikh Nasser Bin Hamad Bin Nasser Al Thani, Chief Commercial Officer at Ooredoo, said: “Our strategic commitment to investment in innovation, and to partnering with world-leading technology providers, stands us in excellent stead as we step up to provide our state-of-the-art products and services to this phenomenal event. Players and FIFA officials need to stay connected to ensure smooth running of the tournament and associated events, and our media partners need to be able to share the event with the world, no matter where they are. We’re proud that our investment in innovation and technology, and our vast experience and expertise, will make sure they can.”

Colin Smith, FIFA Chief Operating Officer World Cup and FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Managing Director, said: “Ooredoo has been a trusted commercial partner of FIFA for the past three years, sponsoring the FIFA Club World Cup in 2019 and 2020, the FIFA Arab Cup 2021 and, of course, the FIFA World Cup, as the Official Telecommunications Operator for the Middle East & Africa region. Today we are happy to announce that Ooredoo will supply their award-winning Wi-Fi services to 356 buses of the FIFA World Cup, to service and accommodate the connectivity needs of important stakeholders, such as the participating member associations, referees, VIP guests and global media for a two-month period until the end of the tournament. This key operation that has been in the works for the past six months will serve to showcase the meaningful and innovative collaborations FIFA has built with strong players in the Host Country, as well as contributing significantly to making the event the best and most connected World Cup ever.’’

Ooredoo will use technology such as Quick Response codes to ensure fast, easy and efficient access to Wi-Fi on boarding each bus.

Powering the buses with mobile broadband and managed Wi-Fi will ensure connectivity for players and FIFA officials, while media representatives will be able to upload files and video content and share broadcasts even when travelling between venues.

Ooredoo’s efforts enabled Qatar to become the first country in the world to operate a commercial 5G network in 2018, with the company testing 5G broadband in moving vehicles shortly after. Its ongoing transformation journey is testament to its commitment to supporting the country as it works to achieve the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030, including digital transformation and development into a truly smart nation.

About Ooredoo

Ooredoo is Qatar’s leading communications company, delivering mobile, fixed, broadband internet and corporate managed services tailored to the needs of consumers and businesses. As a community-focused company, Ooredoo is guided by its vision of enriching people’s lives and its belief that it can stimulate human growth by leveraging communications to help people achieve their full potential.

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Website: www.ooredoo.qa

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Leveraging the high-speed, 15,000-km PEACE subsea cable system provides high-capacity, low-latency data connectivity for Tunisia’s market, in response to fast-growing demand

During the ‘Capacity Europe’ event in London on 19 October 2022, Ooredoo Tunisia officially signed an agreement with global telecommunications service provider PCCW Global, to deploy a new network solution, leveraging the PEACE subsea cable system connecting Tunisia with Marseille, thus opening a new gateway to Europe.

Through the investment in the PEACE Subsea Cable System, which is set to be operational in early 2024, Ooredoo will improve the diversity and choice within its international infrastructure, while making a new entry point to Tunisia available to global carriers and enterprises to meet their connectivity requirements in Tunisia and beyond.

This comes as part of Ooredoo’s strategy to find, establish and develop partnerships that enable the company to leverage technology and innovation to upgrade its customers’ world of opportunities.

The agreement – which gives Ooredoo total ownership of the latest global platform within Tunisia – promises to offer customers significantly enhanced data speed and quality at a vastly reduced cost, when connecting with Marseille.

Present at the signing were Mansoor Rashid Al-Khater, Chief Executive Officer, Ooredoo Tunisia; Marc Halbfinger, Chief Executive Officer PCCW Global and Najib Khan, Group Chief Business Services Officer, Ooredoo Group.

Mansoor Rashid Al-Khater, Chief Executive Officer, Ooredoo Tunisia, says: “There is an ever-growing demand for increased network capacity and speed among our customers and we are delighted to be in a unique position to upgrade their experience through this deal with PCCW Global.  The PEACE Subsea Cable represents an exciting development in the global telecommunications industry, and Ooredoo is confident that this investment will help us in our mission to upgrade our customers’ world.”

Marc Halbfinger, Chief Executive Officer, PCCW Global, said: “The collaboration with Ooredoo Tunisia is an important step in connecting  growing traffic requirements in this important market to Europe through the PEACE Cable system.  We look forward to a long term and fruitful relationship, and to a successful roll-out of the project while leveraging Ooredoo’s long-standing expertise and vast network.”

Najib Khan, Group Chief Business Services Officer, Ooredoo Group, added: “This landmark deal aligns perfectly with the Ooredoo Group strategy of securing international capacity diversity, proactively responding to fast-growing data traffic demands and reducing costs for all stakeholders.  We are confident of successfully delivering on these goals through our alliance with PCCW Global.”

This agreement is the latest in a series of partnerships between Ooredoo and major technology players, aimed at creating superior customer experiences and evolving today’s core to smart telco.

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About Ooredoo

Ooredoo is an international communications company operating across the Middle East, North Africa, and Southeast Asia. Serving consumers and businesses in 10 countries, Ooredoo delivers leading data experience through a broad range of content and services via its advanced, data-centric mobile and fixed networks.

Ooredoo generated revenues of QAR 30 billion as of 31 December 2021. Its shares are listed on the Qatar Stock Exchange and the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange.

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Furthermore, Ooredoo will host a conference call and webcast to discuss its financial results, details can be found below.

The earnings material and investor presentation will be filed with the Qatar Exchange and will be accessible from Ooredoo Group’s Investor Relations website.

Date: 31st October 2022

Time: 14:00 Doha / 11:00 UK / 07:00 NYC

Pre-registration is required at this link: http://ore.do/ir-call

Conference Call details are provided upon registration.

Host: Andreas Goldau, Senior Director – Investor Relations

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About Ooredoo

Ooredoo is Qatar’s leading communications company, delivering mobile, fixed, broadband internet and corporate managed services tailored to the needs of consumers and businesses. As a community-focused company, Ooredoo is guided by its vision of enriching people’s lives and its belief that it can stimulate human growth by leveraging communications to help people achieve their full potential.

Twitter: @OoredooQatar

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ooredooqatar/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ooredooQatar

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Website: www.ooredoo.qa

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Htar will be replacing present CEO Rajeev Sethi, who is resigning for personal reasons

She is currently Chief of Sales and Distribution and will be assuming her new role as Acting CEO, effective 1 November 2022.

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About Ooredoo Group

Ooredoo is an international communications company operating across the Middle East, North Africa and Southeast Asia. Serving consumers and businesses in 10 countries, Ooredoo delivers the leading data experience through a broad range of content and services via its advanced, data-centric mobile and fixed networks.

Ooredoo generated revenues of ca. QAR 30 billion as of 31 December 2021. Its shares are listed on the Qatar Stock Exchange and the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange.

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Minutes, SMS and Data FREE with Hayya SIM; 2022 Gift Equivalent for Qatar’s Residents that are Ooredoo customers

Ooredoo, Official Middle East & Africa Telecommunications Operator of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, announced the planned launch of Hayya SIM and a 2022 Gift for fans attending the world’s biggest sporting event.

Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad bin Nasser Al Thani, Chief Commercial Officer at Ooredoo, said: “We have promised an unrivalled fan experience during the FIFA World Cup and we are delivering on this promise with the biggest offer in history from any telco ever at a major event. Whether you are residing in or visiting Qatar, as an Ooredoo customer you will encounter first-hand how we prioritise customer experience.”

Available from 1 November, Hayya SIM cards will offer visitors to Qatar 2022 local minutes, 2022 local SMS and 2022MB data, with the line valid for three days.

Visiting fans with a Hayya Card will be able to obtain a Hayya SIM at one of several dispensing machines that will be conveniently available at airports, ports and land borders; in taxis; at metro stations; in hotels and at official FIFA fan accommodations; at Fan Zones; at Ooredoo shops, franchises and dealers; and many more. Visitors will also be able to get a Hayya SIM online at the Ooredoo eShop.

The Hayya SIM will be available in two formats; a physical SIM card and an eSIM. Visitors subscribing to their Hayya SIM at the Ooredoo eShop will be able to have the SIM delivered to any location of their choice in Qatar, while those opting to use an eSIM will receive it via email.

Activation of the Hayya SIM will be quick and efficient; eSIMs will be activated as soon as the customer connects to the Ooredoo network, while physical SIM cards can be activated via the Ooredoo App or at the Ooredoo eShop.

Sarah Al-Dorani, Executive Director of Marketing at Ooredoo, added: “We are proud as Ooredoo to demonstrate our capabilities as a smart operator and innovative player. As we connect the world to the biggest sporting event, we will also be connecting fans in Qatar to a seamless digital experience with our eSIM and AI technology. In line with our brand, we continue to ‘Upgrade your World’ by delivering excellence in the user journey and offering incredible 2022 rewards to our existing customer base in Qatar.”

Ooredoo is utilising sophisticated artificial intelligence technology as part of its digital onboarding process, both to speed up authentication and ensure security. The AI technology enables quick validation of identification details, while Face Capture with Liveness and 3D Face Map enables comparison of selfies with ID photos for quick and easy identification.

All of Ooredoo’s customers residing in Qatar will enjoy 2022 benefits with both prepaid and postpaid customers able to unveil a deal called the 2022 Gift. Ooredoo customers need simply activate the 2022 Gift offer via the Ooredoo App.

The planned launch of Hayya SIM and 2022 Gift was announced at a press conference at Ooredoo Tower in West Bay, Doha, on Monday 10 October 2022.

Qatar Tourism’s COO, Berthold Trenkel praised Ooredoo’s efforts during his remarks, highlighting his appreciation that Qatar’s leading telco is warmly welcoming visitors to Qatar with a seamless connectivity journey from the moment they land.

In attendance were senior representatives of a number of organisations involved in FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, including Ooredoo’s CEO Sheikh Mohammed Bin Abdulla Al Thani and high-level representatives and ambassadors from the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy.

Also in attendance were Ooredoo’s Brand Ambassador Mutaz Barsham and popular regional influencers.

About Ooredoo

Ooredoo is Qatar’s leading communications company, delivering mobile, fixed, broadband internet and corporate managed services tailored to the needs of consumers and businesses. As a community-focused company, Ooredoo is guided by its vision of enriching people’s lives and its belief that it can stimulate human growth by leveraging communications to help people achieve their full potential.

Twitter: @OoredooQatar

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ooredooqatar/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ooredooQatar

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/OoredooQatar

Website: www.ooredoo.qa

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Announcement Comes in Wake of Brand Refresh and Repositioning, Underlines Telco Leader’s Support for Football in Run-up to FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

9 October 2022

Doha, Qatar

Ooredoo, the official Middle East and Africa Telecommunications Operator of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, signed a partnership with NR Sports to announce footballing superstar Neymar Jr. as the company’s new face for promoting the amazing potential of 5G.

Known for his love of technology and gaming, Neymar Jr. will help build awareness of 5G’s phenomenal capability to upgrade people’s worlds in every way. He will work with the telecommunications leader and pioneer of commercial 5G to promote the benefits of the fifth-generation technology and of Ooredoo’s superfast networks to customers across its global footprint.

Neymar Jr. is widely considered to be one of the most talented footballers of the current generation. He has twice been named South American Footballer of The Year. His transfer to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017 helped his team win the Ligue 1 four times and the French Cup three times.

The partnership with Neymar Jr. is perfectly timed with the Group’s new brand promise to ‘Upgrade Your World’. Ooredoo Group’s new tagline stems from its ambition to enable human progress, reflecting the company’s commitment to keep improving and never standing still.

Aziz Aluthman Fakhroo, Ooredoo Group’s Managing Director and CEO said: “We are super excited to partner with sporting legend Neymar Jr. who is among the most admired and charismatic sports personalities on the planet. As someone who is constantly reinventing himself, dynamic, confident, and committed to excellence, he fittingly embodies our brand promise to keep upgrading the world of our customers.”

In recent years, Ooredoo has invested heavily in its award-winning networks across its global footprint and has spared no effort in its preparations for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 to ensure an enhanced fan experience never seen at such an event.

For his part, Neymar Jr. said: “Everyone knows how much I like technology, games, as well as being connected to my friends and family. I tested Ooredoo’s 5G and it’s really super because of the low latency that is fundamental for those who play online. More than that, being the face of such an innovative company in such an important time in my career, makes me even happier”.

Sheikh Mohammed Bin Abdulla Al-Thani, Deputy Group CEO and CEO of Ooredoo Qatar said: “We believe sport unites and has a positive influence on our communities, helping to share important messages of collaboration, inclusion and resilience. Neymar Jr. is an inspiration to millions around the world, which makes him an ideal face for Ooredoo. With the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 fast-approaching, there is not a better time to communicate the power of our 5G network that will see us provide superfast connectivity services to the global tournament. We are very excited to be working together.”

Neymar Jr. is featuring in a communications campaign across multiple media platforms to promote the many ways in which Ooredoo is upgrading the world of its customers.

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• A value focused portfolio
• Strengthening the core business
• Evolving the core business towards Smart Telco
• Leading in Customer Experience and
• People strategy

Attendees were also briefed on strategy and heard recommendations on generating shareholder value and driving asset efficiency from the company’s executive management team.

Core growth opportunities were highlighted across Ooredoo’s markets such as data centers, towers or fintech. Key insights into the operations in Qatar, Indonesia and Iraq were presented by Sheikh Mohammed Bin Abdulla Al Thani, Deputy Group CEO and CEO of Ooredoo Qatar; Vikram Sinha, President Director and CEO, Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison and Amer Al Sunna, CEO, Asiacell, respectively.

Aziz Aluthman Fakhroo, Managing Director and Group CEO, Ooredoo, said: “We sincerely appreciate the keen interest from our shareholders, as we take this opportunity to share our strategic goals and obtain stakeholder feedback in our annual Capital Markets Day.  We have received an overwhelmingly positive response to our increased public disclosures here today, as well as in our recent quarterly calls. We will continue to provide such necessary information to the financial community, enabling them to make the right decision to “upgrade their portfolios” with more Ooredoo shares.”

Group Chief Finance Officer, Abdulla Al Zaman, added: “I am pleased to report that revenue for 2022 is expected to close at the upper end of our annual guidance, namely an increase of up to 2%, while Capex is projected to remain in the lower half of the initial forecast of less than QAR 3 billion.

A replay of the event with all presentations are now available to view on the Ooredoo investor relations website.

‘Upgrade Your World’ is the new brand positioning announced in August 2022, which forms part of the Company’s ongoing strategic business transformation, reflecting an agile, future-proof, employee- and customer-centric focus.

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About Ooredoo Group

Ooredoo is an international communications company operating across the Middle East, North Africa and Southeast Asia. Serving consumers and businesses in 10 countries, Ooredoo delivers the leading data experience through a broad range of content and services via its advanced, data-centric mobile and fixed networks.

Ooredoo generated revenues of ca. QAR 30 billion as of 31 December 2021. Its shares are listed on the Qatar Stock Exchange and the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange.

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